P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Haas expects to remain towards the back of the Formula 1 grid “out of the gates”, but Team Principal Ayao
In 2023, Haas experienced a decline in performance, due to tire management issues and a development ceiling with their initial car concept. The new team principal, Komatsu, acknowledges that they may start the upcoming season as the slowest team. However, he sees this as an opportunity for improvement and believes that starting from the back of the grid in Bahrain is positive. Haas aims to have a strong testing program to gather data and understand the direction for car development. Komatsu has made structural changes in the team and believes that the impact of these changes will be seen in the upgrade plan for the VF-24. By improving organizational structure and communication, Haas aims to upgrade the car properly and improve their performance.
