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🗣️ "I've been saying for 10 years, I don't like co-ownership, I don't like A/B teams"
McLaren CEO Zak Brown speaks out after Mercedes confirmed they are looking to buy a stake in Alpine.
BREAKING: GianPiero Lambiase will join McLaren once his existing contract at Red Bull Racing ends, no later than 2028
He will take on the role of Chief Racing Officer, reporting into Team Principal Andrea Stella
#F1
🚨| JUST IN: Talks are already underway for F1’s next engine rules
Manufacturers want a 2.4L turbo V8 running on sustainable fuel.
It would keep turbos (unlike the 2006–2013 naturally aspirated V8s) due to manufacturer demand.
[#AMuS]
🚨 Audi dealing with a limitation on its 2026 power unit.
The larger turbo compressor is behind the weak race starts, with no short-term fix available, as confirmed by Mattia Binotto.
Focus shifts to optimising the package, with a multi-year plan now targeting full competitiveness by 2030.
As expected, Cadillac has started its F1 stint towards the back, but there has been early progress:
✅ 5/6 GP finishes between its drivers
✅ Qualifying gap reduced
✅ Valuable data gathered
For an all-new team, the boxes have mainly been ticked so far.
Checo’s team radio after the Japanese Gp:
Checo: There was an improvement with the engine this time!
Pasetti: Your stint on the mediums was very good, and also on the hards; you did a great job.
Checo: We need to reduce the gap; we're not too far off, eh?
Pasetti: Yeah, I can see it; we're a bit closer to the Williams now.
An ajustement to the energy management parameters for Qualifying at the #JapaneseGP has been agreed with the unanimous support of all Power Unit Manufacturers.
#FIA#F1
🚨| F1 | Ferrari takes extreme energy recharge: strategies change at Suzuka:
— Ferrari has focused on enhancing the SF-26's energy distribution for the Japanese GP, with significant aerodynamic adjustments. The Macarena wing's modifications aim to improve the car's balance, crucial for the challenging Suzuka track.
— The team has been working on optimizing energy accumulation in slower sections, potentially using lower gears to maintain high rotation speeds. This strategy is part of Ferrari's effort to maximize the SF-26's capabilities without directly competing with Mercedes' strengths.
— Ferrari's aerodynamic tests with the Macarena wing continue, seeking a balance that enhances speed without compromising stability. The team is exploring different setups to ensure the car performs well on Suzuka's demanding track.
— The SF-26's development includes addressing its weight issues, with efforts to reduce the car's 6-7 kg excess. The Macarena wing is in its early development stages, with plans for more sophisticated versions that adapt to different track conditions.
— Ferrari is also considering revising the windscreen flap on the Halo, initially removed due to visibility concerns. A new version may be introduced to address these issues, ensuring compliance with FIA regulations and avoiding protests from competitors.
— Despite Mercedes' dominance, Ferrari remains determined to challenge their rivals. The Japanese GP will be a critical test of their development path, with a month-long break following the race to further refine their strategies.
#scuderiaferrari 🇮🇹 #f12026
VIA: [motorsport IT]
🚨 FIA, Mercedes’in aktif aerodinamiğini inceliyor.
➡️ Kanatlar, frenleme sırasında aracın dengesini artırmak için viraja bağlı olarak farklı hızlarda açılıp kapanıyor.
➡️ Bu ise kural olarak aslında izin verilen bir şey değil.
@Formula_Tecnica