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Williams is the only team yet to show even a render of its 2024 Formula 1 car, despite it being worked on for a very long time. It’s involved a “huge amount of risk” in its conception, which Williams feels is vital if it’s to become more fit for purpose in modern F1
Williams’s 2024 Formula 1 car is the last to be revealed ahead of pre-season testing due to a “huge amount of risk” taken with its conception, causing a delay. Normally, the new car would have been tested at Silverstone by now, but the FW46 will only hit the track for the first time in Bahrain. Despite knowing the livery, there have been no renders of the car, leading to a late debut. Williams acknowledges the lateness, attributing it to significant changes in chassis technology and development cycles. Team boss James Vowles emphasizes the importance of evolving equipment and work processes to stay competitive in F1’s modern era, seen in the FW46, the first car designed under his leadership. Additionally, Vowles suggests prioritizing virtual testing over unnecessary on-track runs to maximize preparation for the upcoming season.
