category Breaking Down the Car
Warning: The information in this blog post deals with sensitive topics and may be uncomfortable to some readers. Safety in Formula 1 is no joke. These drivers go in excess of 300km/h around a narrow track with tens of corners…. Continue Reading →
Formula 1 brakes are incredibly powerful pieces of machinery. They experience tremendous amounts of pressure from multiple braking points at every circuit. The car can come to a stop at 100kph in roughly 15 meters, so they need to be… Continue Reading →
Tyre strategy is a big part of every race weekend. It could make a break a race for some teams, so tyre compound is really important. Each driver is given 13 sets of tyres from the three dry compounds available… Continue Reading →
Formula one power units are the most complicated parts in the cars. In 2014 there was a major switch from a 2.4L normally aspirated V8 engine to the current 1.6L direct injection turbo charged V6 engines. There are 6 components… Continue Reading →
Fuel for this sport has changed many times over the years. Current F1 cars burn more fuel than they used to due to their extra weight and downforce. Drivers are allowed 110kg of fuel per race. There are currently five… Continue Reading →