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RacingNews365’s technical analyst Paolo Filisetti explains how the FIA’s new technical directive could impact McLaren.
The FIA issued two technical directives to F1 teams just before the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.
One directive addressed the materials of the skid-block fixing points under the car, while the more intriguing one discussed brake cooling regulations following Red Bull’s inquiry.
McLaren has developed an innovative cooling system in the brake drums using Phase Changing Materials (PCM) to regulate temperature and prevent heat transfer to the tires.
The recent TD specified that materials altering the internal volume of the cooling channels within brakes are prohibited due to temperature fluctuations in the passing air.
McLaren’s response, as conveyed by boss Andrea Stella, suggests that the MCL39’s performance remains unaffected by the new directive.
The FIA’s clarification on acceptable practices for managing tyre and brake temperatures underscores the importance of adhering to regulations in Formula 1.
