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McLaren's "three-pillared" F1 technical structure inspired Alpine changes

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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Alpine announced on Monday that it will henceforth have three technical directors, with responsibilities shared by Joe Burnell (engineering), David Wheater (aerodynamics) and... read more »

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Senior Alpine staff resign after poor start to new F1 season

about 1 year ago

from: EspnF1.com

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Renault-owned Alpine announced another managerial shake-up on Monday with three new bosses replacing technical director Matt Harman and aerodynamics head Dirk de Beer, who have... read more »

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Alpine announces F1 technical restructuring after key exits

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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It emerged over the Bahrain GP weekend that technical director Matt Harman and head of aerodynamics Dirk de Beer had tendered their resignations, although the former was still... read more »

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Alpine facing fresh headache as F1 technical director and head of aero resign

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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The outfit has endured a challenging start to the campaign, with Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly qualifying on the back row at the F1 season opener before finishing 17th and... read more »

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Alpine nightmare worsens as technical director and head of aero quit jobs

about 1 year ago

from: Crash.Net

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Alpine rocked as technical director Matt Harman and head of aerodynamics Dirk de Beer quit read more »

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Bahrain drains to be filled in with concrete for F1 2024's first race

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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The three-day test at the Sakhir International Circuit has been stopped twice due to the drain cover on the approach to the track's Turn 11 coming loose.This is due to the... read more »

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Alpine braced for tough start to F1 2024 after car concept change

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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On Wednesday, Alpine launched a 2024 challenger that is a complete overhaul of its predecessor, with technical director Matt Harman explaining "only the steering... read more »

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Allison: Still room for innovation within current F1 ruleset

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 650 views )

Mercedes Technical Director James Allison has said that whilst he thinks most Formula 1 teams will develop down “a similar sort of avenue, that doesn't mean that there... read more »

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Todt uses 2005 example to warn Red Bull of F1 complacency

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 845 views )

Former Ferrari Team Principal Jean Todt has used the example of the 2005 season to warn Red Bull to not get complacent amid the team's recent dominance in Formula 1. Red... read more »

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McLaren reveal how 2022 French GP failure inspired F1 recovery

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

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McLaren CEO Zak Brown reveals dissatisfaction with upgrades from the 2022 French Grand Prix was the moment that initially inspired the team’s recovery during last season. After... read more »

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Mercedes has addressed ‘spiteful’ rear end for W15 F1 car

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

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Mercedes Technical Director James Allison is optimistic the team’s new 2024 Formula 1 car has addressed the “spiteful” rear-end traits that existed within its W14 predecessor.... read more »

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Red Bull confirm launch plans for 2024 F1 challenger

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 655 views )

Red Bull has confirmed that it will unveil its 2024 Formula 1 challenger, the RB20, with a launch event on 15 February. The Milton-Keynes-based squad have dominated F1 since... read more »

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F1 rivals must ‘find about a second’ per lap to catch Red Bull in 2024 – Dennis

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 624 views )

Red Bull Development Driver Jake Dennis has warned the team's Formula 1 rivals they must "find about a second" per lap to match the reigning champions in 2024.... read more »

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AlphaTauri: New Milton Keynes F1 facilities ‘extremely important’

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

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AlphaTauri Formula 1 CEO Peter Bayer has said the Faenza-based outfit’s UK expansion to new facilities in Milton Keynes will be “extremely important for the team’s progress.... read more »

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AlphaTauri's Milton Keynes shift critical to its F1 success, says Bayer

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 785 views )

The soon-to-be-renamed team has long had an aerodynamics department in Bicester, but as part of its ongoing expansion, its British base will be moved to Milton Keynes, close to... read more »

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What Mercedes' W14 errors tell us about its 2024 F1 car changes

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 853 views )

A new chassis, new front and rear suspension, new gearbox and honed aerodynamics and sidepods will be the most visual changes to its heavily revised challenger. In Formula 1,... read more »

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Newey disagrees with Verstappen about huge change to F1 cars

over 2 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 683 views )

In the upcoming 2026 reset of Formula 1, a significant emphasis will be placed on active aerodynamics, a shift that has triggered apprehension from drivers like Max Verstappen... read more »

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Tost reveals AlphaTauri F1 overhaul that prompted turnaround

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 782 views )

Retiring AlphaTauri Formula 1 boss Franz Tost has explained how an overhaul of the team's aerodynamics department triggered its turnaround in the 2023 season. After... read more »

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F1 needs more flat-out races like Qatar - Wolff

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 833 views )

Drivers have increasingly complained about needing to manage overheating from the Pirelli tyres, with the rubber prone to thermal degradation, which forces them to back off in... read more »

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How F1's impending engine revamp puts new emphasis on electrical power

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 1008 views )

With a freeze on power units until new rules arrive in 2026 and its emphasis on aerodynamics, Formula 1 is almost the exact inverse of the electric series I've raced in... read more »

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Video: The Quest For A Flawless Floor | Albert Fabrega F1 TV Tech Talk Demo | crypto.com

over 2 years ago

from: YouTube.com

( 1110 views )

Floors play a crucial role in the aerodynamics and speed of all modern F1 cars as Albert Fabrega explains with the aid of his trusty and imaginative props. For more F1® videos,... read more »

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F1 champion's Mercedes 'anxiety': "Is the aero department missing a trick?"

over 2 years ago

from: Crash.Net

( 755 views )

Damon Hill has questioned whether Mercedes' aerodynamics department is "missing a trick" as the team looks to close the gap to runaway F1 champions Red Bull. read more »

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Video: Aerodynamics Testing

over 2 years ago

from: Redbull Videos

( 505 views )

F1 car being transported by a helicopter read more »

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Wolff: Elliot departure has "no correlation" with Mercedes F1 performance

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 948 views )

Earlier this week Mercedes announced Elliot would be stepping down from his CTO role, seven months after swapping positions with technical director James Allison.Elliott, who... read more »

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How F1's top teams adapted their cars to Mexico's unique demands

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 798 views )

At 2285m above sea-level, the rarified air creates a significant challenge in respect of the car's aerodynamics, cooling requirements and the performance envelope of the... read more »