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Addressing low downforce F1 phenomenon now a priority for McLaren

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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The Woking-based squad has made huge gains with its MCL60 this season to emerge as one of the most consistent challengers to Red Bull over the second half of the... read more »

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Las Vegas GP: F1 tech images from the pitlane explained

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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Photo by: Erik JuniusAlpine A523 detailA new front wing configuration is available to Alpine in Las Vegas, with a trim made across the span of the upper flaps' trailing... read more »

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Perez proposes reverse grids to combat Sprint criticism

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

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Sergio Perez has proposed the implementation of reverse grid Sprint races in Formula 1 to combat the continued criticism towards the revised weekend format. Since being... read more »

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F1 discussing potential Sprint format changes for 2024

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 377 views )

Formula 1 is currently discussing with the teams potential changes to the Sprint format for next year that could include switching the places of the two qualifying sessions.... read more »

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Verstappen doubles down on F1 Sprint format criticism

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

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Max Verstappen has doubled down on wanting Formula 1's Sprint format removed ahead of the configuration returning for the final time in 2023 this weekend in Brazil. The... read more »

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The key questions surrounding F1's Qatar GP tyre drama

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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Small separations in its construction, caused by damage sustained from running across the Losail circuit's high kerbs, had triggered concerns about potential failures in... read more »

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Ferrari brings new F1 ca floor to Japan in bid to boost efficiency

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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With the team hunting further success after its triumph in Singapore last weekend, it is evaluating a revamped floor configuration at Suzuka. The team says that revisions to... read more »

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Leclerc hopeful Ferrari can replicate Singapore pace in Japan

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

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Charles Leclerc is hopeful that Ferrari can replicate its race-winning pace from Singapore at this weekend's Japanese Grand Prix. After securing pole position and... read more »

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F1 aero expert explains crucial rear wing choices for Italian Grand Prix

about 1 year ago

from: GPfans.com

( 316 views )

Monza - the temple of speed - is one of the most power-sensitive track on the F1 calendar. This means a team needs to optimise its setup to a low drag configuration rather than... read more »

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Haas drivers unsure on ATA qualifying format ahead of Monza trial

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 359 views )

Haas drivers Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen admit they remain unsure about the Alternative Tyre Allocation (ATA) qualifying format that will be trialled again at this... read more »

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Mercedes to debut significant upgrades in Spa

about 1 year ago

from: F1Technical.net

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Mercedes's latest upgrade has broken cover in Spa as teams are preparing their cars for this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix. The eight-time world champion team is set... read more »

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FIA wanted Red Bull Ring to install gravel traps to avoid F1 track limits problem

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 588 views )

However, that recommendation made immediately after the 2022 Austrian Grand Prix, was rejected by circuit bosses who elected instead to keep the same configuration of kerbs and... read more »

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Wolff: 'Frightened' Horner's 2026 fears prompted by Red Bull F1 engine concerns

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 663 views )

Horner has voiced worries in both F1 Commission and team principal meetings that grand prix racing's chiefs need to be careful about how the 2026 rules package comes... read more »

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"I think this configuration is strong" - Stella on new Leadership Structure at McLaren

about 1 year ago

from: TheCheckeredFlag.co.uk

( 532 views )

Andrea Stella has overseen a major overhaul of McLaren's leadership structure in recent months and believes the new line-up will generate 'competitive ideas'... read more »

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10 things we learned at the 2023 Spanish Grand Prix

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 401 views )

After what seemed like an endless string of street circuits and semi-permanent venues monopolising the opening part of the 2023 calendar, Formula 1 went back to basics at... read more »

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Hamilton wants F1 to keep "classic" Barcelona over possible Madrid switch

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 648 views )

The current Barcelona venue has been on the calendar since 1991 and for this year, the final chicane has been ditched in favour of a return to high-speed Turns 13-14. This... read more »

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Spanish GP chiefs plan to homologate F1 grade non-chicane layout

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 578 views )

The Spanish venue's current Grade 1 configuration, which features a tricky chicane before the final corner, has long come under criticism for not being very conducive to... read more »

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F1's active aero plans for 2026 could include 'reverse DRS'

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 1149 views )

Grand prix racing's chiefs have openly been looking at introducing active aero from the start of the next rules era from 2026.This was originally spoken about as a way of... read more »

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How latest changes are helping charge Aston Martin's F1 fight back

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 826 views )

As part of this continued push, a revised beam wing layout was on the menu for the Japanese Grand Prix, with the team looking to customise its configuration for the demands of... read more »

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Ferrari's latest F1 floor tweaks revealed in Japan

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 1066 views )

Given the floor was intended to be run slightly differently, from a set-up perspective, prior to the introduction of the technical directive at the Belgian Grand Prix, Ferrari... read more »

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“The cars are run in maximum downforce configuration” – Ferrari’s Diego Ioverno

over 2 years ago

from: TheCheckeredFlag.co.uk

( 698 views )

Ferrari are hoping for both cars to safely finish this weekend at the Hungarian Grand Prix, where the Italian team are wanting to enter the summer break without another... read more »

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Aston Martin discovers engine issue related to Stroll's qualifying woes

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 613 views )

The Canadian driver failed to make it out of Q1 after a slow first run in the session and then hit the wall twice on his second attempt as he tried to make up for the deficit... read more »

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The key tech points that put Aston Martin's F1 car updates in the spotlight

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 1007 views )

But there are some other changes - both big and small - that differentiate it from the Aston Martin car that was last rolled out in Miami.First up, the team has introduced a... read more »

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Ferrari chasing answers over Miami low-speed anomaly

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 530 views )

The characteristics and set-up of the Ferrari and Red Bull cars have been markedly different through the opening phase of the campaign.Red Bull has opted for a lower... read more »

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Mercedes brain drain not behind F1 slump, says Wolff

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 864 views )

The German car manufacturer is enduring its most difficult season in F1's turbo hybrid era, with porpoising problems leaving it unable to run the W13 in the configuration... read more »