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Pirelli: Scrapping F1 tyre blanket ban will help for better racing tyres in 2025
The Italian company, Pirelli, is evaluating changes to its tires to address the increased thermal degradation, which has become a significant issue this year in Formula 1. This overheating problem has been described as the “enemy of racing” as it prevents drivers from pushing hard and challenging rivals. During the recent F1 Commission meeting, there were calls to focus on improving tire raceability and addressing overheating. The planned ban on tire blankets for 2025 has been scrapped, allowing Pirelli to concentrate on solving the overheating issue. Pirelli’s chief engineer, Simone Berra, stated that the focus for their 2024 development plan will be on producing new compounds and addressing overheating concerns. They will analyze the data from 2023 to understand the reasons behind the increased overheating effect and determine where improvements can be made. Berra believes that compound choices, rather than the tire’s construction, play a more significant role in overheating. The goal is to allow drivers to push without worrying about managing tire temperatures.
