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Verstappen reveals new Red Bull F1 processes to avoid brake fire repeat
Ahead of today’s Japanese Grand Prix, Verstappen hinted at Red Bull changing its car repair assessment systems during an F1 event. This was prompted by the post-Melbourne analysis of a failure on his car that led to a brake fire during the race. Red Bull’s chief engineer, Paul Monaghan, explained that a sequence of events during repairs triggered the brake fire incident. Verstappen mentioned a supervising role to double-check changes on the car due to time constraints during quick adjustments between practice sessions. He also wished his former mechanic well after he left Red Bull for a new role at Sauber, emphasizing that opportunities for growth are important in life. Overall, the team is implementing new procedures to ensure safety and efficiency in future races.
