What can we wish for when the Formula 1 season is over, but winter is at its peak and Christmas is approaching? It would be fascinating to see an F1 race in the snow because F1 cars are built with cutting-edge technology. They are designed for ‘anything can happen’ racing, whether wind, heat, barometric pressure, […]
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In Formula 1, where speed is everything, even thousandths of a second can make the difference. The Drag Reduction System (DRS) helps drivers find this advantage, even when doubtful. But what exactly does DRS do in F1 racing? In Simple Terms: Often referred to as ‘letterbox’ or ‘flap,’ the DRS allows cars to overtake in
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Even if you’re a new F1 fan, you already know that the weight in Formula 1 is a crucial factor. The weightier the car – the slower it is, while even a difference of 1.5kg can cost a win; therefore, Mercedes driver George Russell lost his Belgian Grand Prix victory when the FIA (Fédération Internationale
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In the world of racing, two series are worthy of taking their places at the top. Formula 1 and IndyCar are both premier open-wheel, single-seater racing championships. Both strive to be the best motorsport challenge. So, I’m not an old Indy fan, but as a Formula 1 devotee with years of experience, I was interested in how far
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Is Formula 1 a sport or a show? The debate rages on, with some claiming it’s just entertainment, while others disagree because of the physical demands this type of racing places on the drivers. On the one hand, the FIA Formula One World Championship is considered a motor racing sport. On the other hand, it
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First time in Formula 1? Watching the race with excitement as it starts: ‘DRS activated’, ‘safety car’ and ‘box, box!’ and losing the logical chain? Googling the terms, but the actions come to an end? Don’t worry. The same thing happened to me and all new F1 fans. I have collected only the necessary slang of
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Imagine, the Chinese Grand Prix debuted almost twenty years ago, and its venue, Shanghai track, became a worthy skills test for the drivers. Since 2004, it has kept the original configuration, while the complex layout and demanding corners are hard-fought enough that racers ideally need extra time to prepare for the event. As Formula 1
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Watching the fastest cars whizzing, epic wheel-to-wheel battles, and smooth stops, it becomes clear that motorsport is the harmonic mix of speed, track, and strategy. However, this is how you can describe any world racing championship, but how about cars? Formula 1, Rallying, Endurance, and even electric; each discipline includes rapid race cars. We compared
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So, WRC rally racing vs. F1, which is more demanding? Which drivers are better, and why discipline switching is a popular option but often fails to deliver for even the best racers? Let’s delve into the details. The youngest FIA World Rally Championship winner and two-time World Champion, Kalle Rovanperä, wants to test his skills
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Formula 1 is the most demanding sport, but what makes it so? Is it the high speeds, the challenging cars, or the mental pressure? In general, yes, but it all comes down to one thing: the gravitational force. And here’s the thing: F1 g-forces are the highest of any sport. However, what are these forces,
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