Month: March 2024

The Mercedes 2022 challenger experienced porpoising and bouncing issues, while drivers Lewis Hamilton and George Russell complained about rear-end handling instability on the W14 successor. This led Mercedes to change its concept for 2024, abandoning the size-zero sidepod architecture in search of a more predictable and consistent platform. Despite the new W15 being developed, it also showed temperamental behavior, suggesting a disconnect between wind tunnel data and on-track performance according to Mercedes motorsport boss, Toto Wolff. Wolff highlighted the team’s effort in addressing weaknesses in their recent ground-effect creations, emphasizing…

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There is a hard cap on the amount of private testing allowed in the DTM this year. Teams are not permitted to freely run their GT3 cars outside of race weekends starting this month. Each team will be allowed five days of testing per driver, with sanctions for violations yet to be determined. The restriction aims to keep the cost of running a DTM program in check as the series enters its fourth season of GT3 regulations. Marco Wittmann is moving to Schubert Motorsport in 2024 to join fellow champions…

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Alonso received a drive-through penalty after the race at Melbourne’s Albert Park, which was turned into a 20-second time penalty due to his erratic driving behavior while battling George Russell. The penalty dropped Alonso from sixth to eighth place, a decision he expressed disappointment in, emphasizing safety at high speeds. Aston Martin’s team principal, Krack, supported Alonso’s actions, citing his vast experience and skill as a driver. The team opted not to appeal the penalty within the 96-hour window, as no significant new evidence was available to support their case.…

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Former Haas F1 chief Steiner to be Miami GP ambassador

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