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Most Formula 1 teams have brought a range of circuit specific updates to the Mexico City Grand Prix in an
Mexico City, being one of the highest major cities globally at an elevation of over 2,200 meters, poses a unique challenge to teams at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez due to the thinner air, making it difficult to cool cars effectively. Most teams, except for Mercedes and Aston Martin, have introduced circuit-specific updates to address this issue caused by the decreased atmospheric pressure. Red Bull has enlarged the exits of the RB19’s right side forward cooling louvres to improve airflow. Ferrari has added additional cooling louvres along the cockpit and exit gurney to extend the engine cooling capacity. Alpine has deepened the midsection of its cooling louvres for higher maximum cooling levels and has also enlarged the coke panel exit at the rear of the car. McLaren has revised its engine cover geometry to allow for increased mass flow through the radiators and added a larger front brake disc scoop for improved braking capacity. Alfa Romeo has redesigned its rear brake ducts to work with the new floor introduced in Austin, aiming for improved aerodynamic efficiency and generating downforce. Haas has updated the front brake duct, scoop, and cooling louvres for cooling purposes. AlphaTauri has increased the size of the coke/engine cover for greater mass flow through the central radiator cores and made modifications to the front brake duct for disc and calliper cooling concerns. Williams will have a larger engine cover to enhance cooling of the power unit and gearbox fluids, while also having additional cooling louvres and a larger rear centerline exit available if needed.
Source: Motorsport Week
