Lotus T128

Formula 1 Pit Stops

Take in some pit stop practice with Team Lotus as the team tries to get closer to the front of the Formula 1 field
F1 rim heating Mercedes W10

What is F1 rim heating?

Rim heating is common practice in F1, but how does it actually work? We spoke to the Technical Directors up and down the pitlane to...
Mercedes W02

Wind Cheaters – 11 ways F1 teams increase top speed (UPDATED)

With the long straights and ultra low drag circuit of Monza next on the Formula 1 menu we take a look at how F1 teams make their cars go as fast as possible - Now updated!
Rows of Formula 1 tyres in tyre blankets stacked in a trolley

How do tyre blankets work?

The subject of preheating tyres is, ironically, a hot topic in the run up to the Centenary Le Mans 24 hours, the cornerstone of...
Renault RS27

Technology Explained: F1 throttles

Butterflies, Barrels, sliders, the world controlled by an F1 drivers right foot is complex and fascinating
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Tech Explained | 2018 F1 CFD regulations

Did you know that 2018 marked one of the most significant changes in F1 CFD regulations in recent years? Discover the full details in...

How Data Works in Formula 1

Mercedes Formula 1 explains how electronics, systems engineering, and data work in F1 and the relevance of each part in the car's operation.
F1 Exhaust tailpipe comparison

How F1 Exhausts work

F1 exhausts don't just extract the exhaust gases from the engine, but can also be used to optimise engine, aerodynamic and turbocharger performance.  How do...

Tech Explained: 2017 Formula 1 Brake by Wire Systems

The wider tyres and higher downforce of 2017 has increased wheel torque by approximately 20% - so how has this effected the brake by wire...

F1 2014 explained: Brake systems

Formula 1 braking systems are highly complex and effective pieces of engineering, find out more here