P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ahead of the private shakedown test in Barcelona next week to test their new cars, Pirelli has confirmed the tyre choices selected by the F1 teams.
“Pirelli has confirmed the tyre choices for the upcoming private shakedown test in Barcelona, as Formula 1 teams gear up for pre-season testing of their new cars. The test will be intensive, with teams focusing on various aspects from active aerodynamics to testing modes. Cadillac will make its F1 debut, while one team is skipping the test due to car-readiness issues. Teams have received wets and intermediates, with each team following a different tyre strategy based on their testing programs. McLaren, Mercedes, Red Bull, Ferrari, Williams, Aston Martin, Haas, Audi, Alpine, and Cadillac each have unique tyre selections to cater to their specific objectives for the upcoming test.”
