P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Mercedes has dropped its suspension upgrade for the second time this season – that can only be a worrying sign according to ex-F1 technical director Gary Anderson
Mercedes is facing challenges and has decided to remove the Imola-specification rear suspension for Hungary. The team had initially taken it off, then put it back on after the Spanish Grand Prix, but now it’s off again as it’s considered slower.
As shown in a performance graph, McLaren seems to be the most stable team, while others fluctuate in performance.
Consistency in performance is crucial in Formula 1, and making excuses for underperformance is detrimental.
The indecision over the rear suspension at Mercedes shows a lack of a positive development plan.
Analyzing data post-race can help teams identify trends in performance across the grid.
McLaren currently has the stability in performance that other teams aspire to achieve. Each circuit requires a different car setup, with optimization using simulation tools being essential.
