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Pirelli is looking to expand the number of compounds in its selection in 2025 to address the number of street circuits Formula 1 now races on. The tire supplier currently has six slick compounds it…
Pirelli plans to expand the number of tire compounds in its selection by 2025 to accommodate the increase in street circuits that Formula 1 now races on. Currently, Pirelli offers six slick compounds for each race weekend, with three designated as soft, medium, and hard choices at each track. With the rise in street circuits like the latest addition, Las Vegas, Pirelli is testing even softer compounds, such as the potential new C6 compound, to adapt to the evolving track types. The focus is on reducing overheating while maintaining degradation, striking a delicate balance between the two interconnected elements. The introduction of new, softer compounds aims to encourage varying pit strategies and offer more flexibility in tire selection for different race events. Pirelli’s proposal includes potentially homologating six compounds in the future to cater to the diverse demands of the extensive Formula 1 calendar.
