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Lewis Hamilton has completed a vital Formula 1 test for Pirelli, in which its new wet weather rubber was given some further and extensive usage at Ferrari’s private test track.
Lewis Hamilton recently completed a crucial Formula 1 test for Pirelli, focusing on their new wet weather tires at Ferrari’s private test track in Fiorano.
Ferrari utilized Hamilton for the two-day test to evaluate new treads, particularly aiming to address criticisms of their wet weather tires from drivers in recent years.
With the introduction of narrower tires due to F1’s new regulations, Pirelli is using this opportunity to improve the compound and address driver concerns.
The test at Fiorano followed a previous test at Suzuka with Red Bull and Racing Bulls, providing Pirelli with valuable feedback from top F1 teams.
Hamilton’s impressive performance included nearly 300 laps at Fiorano, totaling 884 kilometers of testing.
Pirelli’s statement revealed that they tested a range of rain tires, including extreme wet prototypes and variants of the Cinturato Intermediate, to assess performance in different wet conditions.
