P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Formula 2 is having one of its least predictable seasons ever following the introduction of a new car. Will F3’s car switch have the same effect – and why is it happening, anyway?
In 2025, Formula 3 will introduce a new car with significant changes, including 16-inch Pirelli wheels and a stronger emphasis on ground effect with Venturi tunnels. The move aims to consolidate the FIA single-seater ladder, aligning F3 and Formula 2 with sustainability by switching to Aramco’s 100% sustainable fuel. With this transition, teams face logistical and cost implications, such as adapting to the new size wheels and enhanced aerodynamics. The new F3 car presents a challenge for Pirelli and teams, requiring them to start from a blank slate in terms of car handling and development. Not having received detailed information prior to the reveal, teams must now quickly assess compatibility with existing tools and infrastructure before the 2025 season starts, raising uncertainties and creating a rush for preparations.
