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Williams reveals impact of the stricter front wing load test

about 1 year ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 530 views )

On the back of the introduction of more severe front wing load tests, Williams team boss James Vowles stated that the fact that teams are able to manipulate the aerodynamic... read more »

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Alpine reveals cause of Jack Doohan's scary Japanese GP practice crash

about 1 year ago

from: Crash.Net

( 888 views )

Alpine rules out mechanical problems after analysing Jack Doohan's Suzuka crash. read more »

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Verstappen poised for Brazilian GP grid penalty

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 572 views )

Max Verstappen could be set for an engine change grid penalty at this weekend's Brazilian Grand Prix, with Red Bull worried about his lack of straightline speed.The... read more »

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Why F1's 2026 rules will shake off ride-height nightmare of current cars

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 936 views )

Since ground-effect cars returned from the start of 2022, Formula 1 engineers have faced big headaches in working out ways to get the most performance from them.In particular,... read more »

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Aston Martin bidding to strike a balance with F1 development

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 507 views )

Aston Martin has acknowledged it must strike a balance between mechanical and aerodynamic performance amid its F1 development. The post Aston Martin bidding to strike a balance... read more »

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Flat Chat podcast: McLaren, Antonelli and more after the Italian GP

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 637 views )

 In this edition of the show, the trio discuss McLaren, which has arguably become the best team in Formula 1, and with a genuine chance to capture both drivers' and... read more »

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Exclusive: F1 teams discussing plan to thwart risks of 2025 testing war

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 623 views )

Formula 1 teams are discussing plans to prevent an all-out testing war in 2025 by limiting running of recent ground effect cars, Autosport has learned.With the F1 grid getting... read more »

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Wolff reveals mechanical issue that compromised Mercedes' performance on Friday

over 2 years ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 584 views )

Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff insists that his team figured out what compromised the W15's performance on the opening day of the Belgian Grand Prix which was crucial for... read more »

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Verstappen: Red Bull solutions to kerb-riding F1 issues not a quick fix

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 1197 views )

The Dutchman is coming off the back of a challenging few races where rivals McLaren and Ferrari beat him to victories in Miami and Monaco because of difficulties his RB20 has... read more »

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Andretti Cadillac to hire 60 UK staff as F1 push continues

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 824 views )

Andretti recently opened a new headquarters in Silverstone and has now started a recruiting spree to populate its European base with F1 staff, despite having been told by the... read more »

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10 things we learned at the 2024 F1 Australian Grand Prix

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 866 views )

Formula 1 got something of a pressure release moment with Ferrari's Carlos Sainz brilliantly winning the 2024 Australian Grand Prix and ending Max Verstappen's latest... read more »

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DNF hurts everybody, says Horner

over 2 years ago

from: Pitpass.com

( 898 views )

Red Bull boss, Christian Horner reflects on his team's first mechanical retirement since Melbourne 2022. read more »

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2024 F1 Australian GP results: Carlos Sainz wins

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 932 views )

Sainz beat Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris at the Albert Park Circuit on Sunday after polesitter Max Verstappen retired early on with mechanical troubles.2024 F1 Australian... read more »

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Video: Drainage Covers Round 2 - F1 2024 Pre Season Testing Day 2 Reaction

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport Videos

( 1159 views )

Day two of 2024's F1 Pre-Season Testing is over, bringing up a whole new list of things to discuss. Are drainage covers becoming a problem in the Venturi Tunnel era of... read more »

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Video: Bernie Collins: Strategy Risks, Racing Rewards + Pitwall Pressure | F1 Beyond The Grid Podcast

over 2 years ago

from: YouTube.com

( 1352 views )

She didn’t set out to be a Grand Prix-winning Formula 1 strategist, but Bernie Collins raced to the very top. She pulled the strategy strings at Force India, Racing Point and... read more »

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Horner takes aim at Kravitz with savage jibe at Sky Sports pundit

over 3 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 982 views )

Red Bull boss Christian Horner took a swing at Sky Sports F1's Ted Kravitz during Saturday's sprint shootout in Austin after the pundit incorrectly assumed that Max... read more »

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Stroll misery worsens after United States Grand Prix practice disaster

over 3 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 798 views )

Lance Stroll's recent frustrations continue as the Canadian driver suffered mechanical issues during the opening practice session of the United States sprint weekend. read more »

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Legandary Adrian Newey car crashes at Goodwood Festival of Speed

over 3 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 1180 views )

The iconic Leyton House Judd CG901, designed by Adrian Newey, has crashed heavily at the Goodwood Festival of Speed after suffering a suspected mechanical failure. read more »

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FIA revises Montreal 's Turn 1 barrier after F1 driver complaints

over 3 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 1301 views )

In previous years, drivers overshooting Turn 1 could return to the track beyond Turn 2 and blend into traffic relatively safely.However, for this year's GP weekend, the... read more »

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Ferrari's Charles Leclerc convinced car issue led to P19 in qualifying at Spanish Grand Prix

over 3 years ago

from: EspnF1.com

( 914 views )

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc suspects a mechanical issue was to blame for his lack of pace in qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix. read more »

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Russell: Mercedes will treat Monaco F1 update outcome "with a pinch of salt"

over 3 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 914 views )

Mercedes has made wholesale changes to both its aerodynamic and mechanical packages that were supposed to run at last weekend's cancelled Imola event.Despite the... read more »

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Steiner: Ferrari F1 parts make Haas concept change difficult

over 3 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 810 views )

Like all teams, Haas is obliged to undertake its own chassis and bodywork development.However, within the scope allowed by the rules, the US-owned outfit purchases many... read more »

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Mercedes deploy unusual trick in bid to solve issue in Miami

over 3 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 544 views )

Mercedes were forced to turn to an unusual trick in their bid to solve a mechanical issue ahead of the Miami Grand Prix. read more »

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Miami GP: Practice team notes - Pirelli

over 3 years ago

from: Pitpass.com

( 675 views )

The new asphalt is very smooth and slippery, offering little mechanical grip but at the same time good adhesion, which increasingly improved as conditions got better. read more »

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Ocon to start from pitlane for Azerbaijan GP sprint and grand prix

over 3 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 918 views )

Adding to what has already been a troubled weekend for the French manufacturer, with Pierre Gasly starting 19th for both the sprint and main race following mechanical problems... read more »