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^Interesting....I like the idea of choosing two of the four dry compounds to use for the weekend in 2016. I'm very surprised about bringing back refueling in 2017.
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http://www.express.co.uk/news/showbi...cruise-jet-ski
not really a high resolution picture, but I think she doesn't touch Nicole on looks alone.
but if that's who he is ********, then it explains the pace. probably feels like a man.
not really a high resolution picture, but I think she doesn't touch Nicole on looks alone.
but if that's who he is ********, then it explains the pace. probably feels like a man.
Need better pictures of her.
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Double Diffuser, F-Duct, Blown Diffuser etc. It's all good in my book if the rules don't prohibit it.
What sucks is instead of marveling at how awesome and smart a team is, we bash them. FIA bashes them. FIA then amends the rules to close the loophole, and back to the same bull**** we go.
The Formula One Strategy Group met yesterday in Biggin Hill to exchange views on the current challenges that F1 faces. Besides the statuary members of the Group, representatives of the engine manufacturers were also invited.
The Strategy Group members have debated a number of levers aimed at improving the show. An initial series of measures has been voted:
The Strategy Group members have debated a number of levers aimed at improving the show. An initial series of measures has been voted:
For 2016:
- Free choice of the two dry tyre compounds (out of four) that each team can use during the race weekend
- Free choice of the two dry tyre compounds (out of four) that each team can use during the race weekend
For 2017:
- Faster cars: 5 to 6 seconds drop in laptimes through aerodynamic rules evolution, wider tyres and reduction of car weight
- Faster cars: 5 to 6 seconds drop in laptimes through aerodynamic rules evolution, wider tyres and reduction of car weight
- Reintroduction of refuelling (maintaining a maximum race fuel allowance)
- Higher revving engines and increased noise
- More aggressive looks
A few other measures have also been discussed but require further investigation before they can be implemented:
- A global reflection on race weekend format
- Measures to make starts only activated by the driver without any outside assistance
- A global reflection on race weekend format
- Measures to make starts only activated by the driver without any outside assistance
Sounds like push button starters! Now if you don't beach it, and kill it, no big deal. I like this.
Furthermore, in light of the various scenarios presented by the independent consulting company mandated by the F1 Strategy Group, at the initiative of the FIA, to work on the reduction of costs and following a constructive exchange, a comprehensive proposal to ensure the sustainability of the sport has emerged. The Strategy Group member Teams have committed to refine it in the next few weeks, in consultation with the other teams involved in the championship. On the engine side, it has been decided that stability of the rules should prevail in consideration of the investments of the manufacturers involved in the sport and to give visibility to potential new entrants. The allowance for a 5th engine to be used during the 2015 season has been rejected.
This constructive meeting between the FIA, FOM and the Teams has allowed paving the way for the future of the championship. All parties agreed to work together with an intention to firm up these proposals and submit them to the approval of the F1 Commission and the World Motor Sport Council of the FIA as soon as possible for implementation.
This constructive meeting between the FIA, FOM and the Teams has allowed paving the way for the future of the championship. All parties agreed to work together with an intention to firm up these proposals and submit them to the approval of the F1 Commission and the World Motor Sport Council of the FIA as soon as possible for implementation.
Hmmmmmmm... I think the cost of the motor goes against the budget rules in the first place. It's such a costly design, and that cost directly puts the customer teams into shackles.
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I know right?
They were obsessed with slowing the cars down. introducing new engines only makes costs higher, especially the V6T engines. This hasn't been a evolution of a platform, its been several steps back.
if the cars aren't getting faster and more planted then they are moving in the wrong direction.
most track records, lap records, pole lap records are from 2004 or other v10 era years.
They were obsessed with slowing the cars down. introducing new engines only makes costs higher, especially the V6T engines. This hasn't been a evolution of a platform, its been several steps back.
if the cars aren't getting faster and more planted then they are moving in the wrong direction.
most track records, lap records, pole lap records are from 2004 or other v10 era years.
It's QQ thankyouverymuch
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I don't think overall speed is a sole indicator of evolution.
I think the aero department has be thoroughly explored. Great things can be done with it but it is hugely expensive.
I also think that the V10 and V8 engines have had their run as well.
The V6T is new. I think that the way they have incorporated hybrid technology into is extremely interesting.
I don't think it's a step back just because it's slower.
I think the aero department has be thoroughly explored. Great things can be done with it but it is hugely expensive.
I also think that the V10 and V8 engines have had their run as well.
The V6T is new. I think that the way they have incorporated hybrid technology into is extremely interesting.
I don't think it's a step back just because it's slower.
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I don't think overall speed is a sole indicator of evolution.
I think the aero department has be thoroughly explored. Great things can be done with it but it is hugely expensive.
I also think that the V10 and V8 engines have had their run as well.
The V6T is new. I think that the way they have incorporated hybrid technology into is extremely interesting.
I don't think it's a step back just because it's slower.
I think the aero department has be thoroughly explored. Great things can be done with it but it is hugely expensive.
I also think that the V10 and V8 engines have had their run as well.
The V6T is new. I think that the way they have incorporated hybrid technology into is extremely interesting.
I don't think it's a step back just because it's slower.
I'm good with the V6T, even though they are so damn expensive, if they uncork the fuel regulations and RPM limits. Back to 1000hp V6T power, and you won't hear anything from me. Oh, and no more limits on # of engines and things like that.
If you can't afford to be F1, you can't be in F1. This small team head patting needs to stop.
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The verdict on latest plans from Formula 1 Strategy Group - F1 news - AUTOSPORT.com
Wow... when did F1 fans become such *****es?!
Wow... when did F1 fans become such *****es?!
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Details of Formula 1 teams' 2014 payouts revealed - F1 news - AUTOSPORT.com
That doesn't make any sense to me. How is Mercedes not paid out the most?!
That doesn't make any sense to me. How is Mercedes not paid out the most?!