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Williams boss James Vowles has addressed how the team targeted building a versatile Formula 1 car to be “strong everywhere”
Williams significantly improved its performance in the 2023 Formula 1 season, finishing seventh in the Constructors’ Championship with 28 points despite only introducing one upgrade package. The team capitalized on the strengths of its FW45 car on low-downforce circuits, with Alex Albon securing seventh-place finishes in Canada and Monza. However, Technical Director James Vowles emphasized the need for a car that performs well on all tracks, not just a few. Williams focused on developing an aerodynamic package and platform to improve vehicle dynamics and performance. Though progress has been made, Albon acknowledged that the car still has limitations that hinder its potential, but the team saw what it could do in Zandvoort when some of those issues were resolved. Vowles stressed the importance of a collective team effort, bringing together the right people and fostering discussions about the direction of the team’s development.
