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Pirelli’s new F1 tyre plan for 2025 set to address overheating problems
As F1 teams adapt to the new ground-effect regulations, they are focusing on increasing downforce and enhancing outwash to boost performance. However, this has made it challenging for drivers to follow each other closely, leading to quicker tyre overheating if cars slide in the dirty air of a rival. Overtaking has become more difficult, causing the field to spread out rapidly during races. Pirelli has acknowledged this issue and is conducting thorough analysis to address overheating problems. The company is testing new tyre designs and compounds to mitigate overheating, with the upcoming test scheduled at Suzuka after the Japanese Grand Prix. Mario Isola, Pirelli’s head of F1 and car racing, emphasized the need for a new construction with higher integrity and new materials to improve tyre performance.
