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Aston Martin’s drivers are at risk of permanent nerve damage to their hands if they run for too many laps with the intense vibrations that the new AMR26 produces
Aston Martin’s drivers are facing the risk of permanent nerve damage to their hands due to intense vibrations from the new AMR26, as team boss Adrian Newey disclosed. The problems encountered during testing have led to consequences affecting drivers Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll. Newey emphasized that the vibrations present significant health risks, limiting the drivers’ ability to complete long stints on the track. Despite addressing battery reliability issues caused by the vibrations, challenges persist in reducing vibrations transferred to the chassis and affecting driver safety. While improvements are being made for the Australian Grand Prix, performance may still be compromised until the root cause of the issue is resolved. Newey expressed confidence in the team’s chassis potential, believing that continued development can elevate their competitiveness in the championship.
