Hiding pace? Too slow? What pre-season testing told us
Summary
Pre-season Formula 1 testing in Bahrain focused on changes to car engines and rules. Drivers like Max Verstappen and Lando Norris expressed different feelings about the new driving experience. The new regulations include the use of sustainable fuel and changes to energy management in cars.Key Facts
- Red Bull built their own F1 engine this year, partnering with Ford.
- Max Verstappen expressed that the new F1 cars focus more on managing energy than speed.
- Lando Norris found the new cars enjoyable and had different views from Verstappen.
- George Russell mentioned that while the new rules change racing, they might make races more unpredictable.
- The new cars, engines, and tires follow significant regulation changes, including sustainable fuel usage.
- Around half of the engine’s power now comes from electrical components, leading to different driving techniques.
- Drivers need to balance energy recovery and output during races, affecting traditional racing dynamics.
- Veteran driver Fernando Alonso highlighted changes in corner driving due to energy conservation tactics.
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