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F1 Explains
Why tyres matter so much in F1 - with Pirelli + Jolyon Palmer
Aug 24, 2023
Former F1 racer Jolyon Palmer and Mario Isola, Head of Motorsport for Pirelli, discuss the importance of F1 tires, including compounds, wear, and selection process. They explore the differences between F1 and road tires, sustainability efforts, and the surprising performance of intermediate tires in the 2020 Turkish Grand Prix.
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- The allocation of tires for each race weekend is random and mixing up tires or using wrong combinations can lead to penalties for drivers.
- Teams use tire models and simulations to choose the most suitable tires for maximum performance, considering factors like consistency and speed.
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Tire Allocation and Usage
Each driver receives 20 sets of tires for a race weekend, randomly allocated by Pirelli. Mixing up tires for different drivers or using wrong combinations leads to penalties.
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