P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Haas F1 car no longer plagued by "nasty" characteristics
The American-owned Haas F1 team finished at the bottom of the constructors’ championship in 2023 due to struggles of their drivers, Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hulkenberg, with pace in races because of tyre issues. Haas focused on race-distance runs during the pre-season test to address the problem. Haas boss Ayao Komatsu expressed optimism about the new car’s consistency compared to the previous one. Despite still lacking downforce, Komatsu believes the team has achieved an “acceptable” baseline. The team’s focus remains on setting up the car for race pace rather than qualifying, aiming for consistent improvement throughout the season. Komatsu emphasized the importance of addressing tyre management and long-run pace for the team’s success.
