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Why do F1 teams need simulators? - with Aston Martin's Stoffel Vandoorne

F1 Explains

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The Importance of Simulation in Formula One

Formula One teams used to be able to test their cars away from race weekends at especially arranged tests. But in modern Formula One, mid-season testing is banned. It's part of the sport's efforts to cut costs and travel less for the sake of the environment. Teams can use these simulators as much as they like but it means that sims have become more important than ever before.

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