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F1 to trial tweaked qualifying format in 2023

over 3 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 666 views )

With the FIA wanting to cut back on the number of tyres used on a GP weekend, F1 teams last week backed plans to reduce the number of sets available to drivers from 13 to 11 at... read more »

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F1 Commission statement

over 3 years ago

from: Pitpass.com

( 684 views )

The F1 Commission has met in London, and among the subjects discussed were Sprint events in 2023, the 2026 power unit and a reduction of tyre usage. read more »

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F1 removes DRS zone in Melbourne for 'safety reasons'

over 3 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 786 views )

Formula 1 has removed one Drag Reduction System (DRS) zone at the Albert Park Circuit for the remainder of the Australian Grand Prix weekend, reducing the total number to... read more »

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Why the drivers are adamant F1 still needs DRS after Jeddah

over 3 years ago

from: Crash.Net

( 836 views )

Reigning Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen believes the sport still needs the drag reduction system as he wouldn't have been able to overtake Charles Leclerc for the lead... read more »

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Aston Martin exit sparked by reduced influence - Szafnauer

over 3 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 790 views )

New Alpine team boss Otmar Szafnauer has cited a reduction in his influence and responsibilities as the key factor in his departure from Aston Martin. read more »

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Red Bull reportedly expect big 8kg weight reduction at Imola

over 3 years ago

from: PlanetF1.com

( 691 views )

Red Bull are putting their car on a diet, and it could pay dividends. read more »

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Horner: F1 should look to stop 'cat and mouse' DRS games

over 3 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 908 views )

Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner has suggested that Formula 1 should implement changes to stop "cat and mouse" games over the Drag Reduction System (DRS) at... read more »

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Leclerc: Formula 1 currently ‘better off’ with DRS

over 3 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 850 views )

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc believes Formula 1 should continue to run the Drag Reduction System (DRS), stating overtaking would be reduced if it was scrapped. In recent... read more »

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Alonso: Overtaking in F1 still difficult despite 2022 rules

over 3 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 699 views )

The new technical regulations, which placed an emphasis on downforce generated through the floor, were put in place to make it easier for cars to stay in the wake of the car in... read more »

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Leclerc allowed Verstappen through to obtain DRS during battle

over 3 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 632 views )

Charles Leclerc has revealed that he purposely allowed Red Bull's Max Verstappen to overtake him in order to make use of the Drag Reduction System (DRS) on the second... read more »

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The truth about F1 rule changes

over 3 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 700 views )

The wait is finally over. There are some laudable targets behind the changes to the Formula 1 aero regulations, described by many as the most significant since the banning of... read more »

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Bahrain to feature three DRS zones for F1 season opener

over 3 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 837 views )

The Bahrain International Circuit will have three Drag Reduction System (DRS) zones for drivers to utilise during their laps this weekend. DRS can be used freely inside the... read more »

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Verstappen: New F1 cars no longer have "uncontrollable" moments following

over 3 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 969 views )

F1 overhauled its technical regulations for the 2022 season, focusing on the reduction in dirty air coming off cars to allow for closer wheel-to-wheel racing and more on-track... read more »

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FIA ready to be flexible on bendy F1 bodywork checks

over 3 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 709 views )

Ahead of the new F1 season, motor racing's governing body is mindful teams could try to make the most of bendy wings or floors to give themselves a performance... read more »

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Mercedes: F1 2022 pace will be ‘relatively similar’ to 2021

over 3 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 672 views )

Formula 1 cars will have a level of performance "relatively similar" to its previous-specification machinery, according to Mercedes Technical Director Mike Elliott.... read more »

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McLaren expects 'extremely high' rate of F1 development in 2022

over 3 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 881 views )

After a one-year delay F1 is finally introducing its much-anticipated new technical regulations in 2022, drastically overhauling the aerodynamics in a bid to improve... read more »

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Williams expect ‘short-term pain’ from wind tunnel changes

over 3 years ago

from: PlanetF1.com

( 479 views )

A reduction in their amount of time in the wind tunnel is expected to inconvenience Williams initially in 2022. read more »

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Verstappen suspected Hamilton’s wing was flexing in parc ferme incident

over 4 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 764 views )

Max Verstappen says he suspected Lewis Hamilton's rear wing was flexing prior to checking the element post-qualifying on Friday. After the session, Verstappen was spotted... read more »

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Hamilton was 'devastated' by DSQ but asserts he 'can't give up'

over 4 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 1032 views )

Lewis Hamilton says he was "devastated" to learn he had been disqualified from Friday's Formula 1 qualifying session in Sao Paulo. The seven-time world champion... read more »

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Hamilton excluded from qualifying session

over 4 years ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 641 views )

Reigning world champion Lewis Hamilton has been excluded from the qualifying session after the FIA detected a technical infringement with the drag reduction system of his car... read more »

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Verstappen fined for touching Hamilton’s car after qualifying

over 4 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 626 views )

Max Verstappen has been handed a €50,000 fine following an incident that occurred in parc ferme following Saturday's qualifying session in Brazil. Verstappen was spotted... read more »

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Hamilton Fastest in Sao Paulo Qualifying But Under Investigation for Possible DRS Infringement

over 4 years ago

from: TheCheckeredFlag.co.uk

( 599 views )

Lewis Hamilton was fastest in Qualifying for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix but is under investigation for a technical infringement surrounding his Drag Reduction System. read more »

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Teams' reactions after Sao Paulo qualifying

over 4 years ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 978 views )

Powered by a fresh internal combustion engine, reigning world champion Lewis Hamilton secured the pole position for today's Sprint race, beating his title rival Max... read more »

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F1 stewards adjourn Hamilton DRS rule break hearing at Brazilian GP

over 4 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 711 views )

Hamilton topped qualifying at Interlagos on Friday afternoon, beating title rival Max Verstappen by four-tenths of a second at the end of Q3.But FIA technical delegate Jo Bauer... read more »

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Alonso believes Formula 1 will 'always need' DRS

over 4 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 1109 views )

F1 cars have been fitted with DRS (drag reduction system) since 2011, allowing drivers within one second of the car ahead to open a flap on the rear wing that gives them... read more »