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Todt uses 2005 example to warn Red Bull of F1 complacency

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

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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

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 749 views )

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

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 681 views )

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

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 621 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

( 608 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

( 645 views )

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

( 764 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

( 839 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

( 671 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

( 774 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

( 811 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

( 975 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

( 1084 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

( 737 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

( 495 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

( 915 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

( 782 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 »

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Mercedes’ Chief Technical Officer Elliott quits team

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 827 views )

Mercedes' Chief Technical Officer Mike Elliott has left the team after more than a decade in senior positions. Mercedes announced on Tuesday that Elliott, who joined from... read more »

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Mercedes chief technical officer Mike Elliott departs F1 team

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 771 views )

Elliott, who originally joined the squad in 2012 as head of aerodynamics after spells with McLaren and Renault/Lotus, has played an instrumental part in the success that... read more »

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Video: My Job in F1: Ola | Aerodynamics

over 2 years ago

from: YouTube.com

( 601 views )

One of the most important roles in F1, Aerodynamics. ? Ola works closely on the front wing element of the car pushing the limits of physics to find that perfect balance between... read more »

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Mercedes: Strong F1 start even more important in 2024 before new rules focus

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 624 views )

For 2024, Mercedes has confirmed that it will move away from its 'size-zero' sidepods architecture to bring a new car concept after struggling to keep the... read more »

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Video: Going With The Flow: Understanding F1 Aerodynamics | Tech Talk | Crypto.com

over 2 years ago

from: YouTube.com

( 907 views )

Laura Winter is joined by our resident technical expert Albert Fabrega who demonstrates how the teams use different techniques and devices in the quest for aerodynamic... read more »

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F1 could ditch 18-inch wheels for 2026 in bid to drop car weight

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 757 views )

F1 chiefs have been clear for a while now that one must-do element of new rules for 2026 is dropping car weight. While work continues on the all-new active aerodynamics that... read more »

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Mercedes explain why it will bring further upgrades to W14 F1 car

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 534 views )

Mercedes has explained why it will continue to bring further upgrades to its 2023 Formula 1 car despite admitting it plans to press ahead with a concept change for next year.... read more »

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F1 drivers divided over ‘stiff’ current generation cars

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 806 views )

Drivers have been left divided over the stiff nature of the current generation of Formula 1 cars, with some raising concerns over the long-term health implications since the... read more »