A DRS train is when cars become locked in a row behind a lead driver. This is because the group of drivers within the one-second DRS range of the driver ahead of them are unable to make any progression on the cars ahead of them due to the car in front also having DRS...
Studies of the Red Bull RB19’s floor and suspension have provided many clues about the source of its performance superiority over the field, but one aspect of that performance – how it derives a bigger speed gain from DRS than rival cars – has not bee
When Formula 1 drivers are out on track and in the heat of battle, the visual aid of a flag is vital, its design making a situation clear, whether it be making an order to a driver, giving a warning of a hazard, letting them know the condition of the track or informing of the sta...
What does DNQ mean in F1? DNQ means 'DidNotQualify'. This means that the Formula 1 driver did not set a time during qualifying or set too slow a time. The terms DNF and DNS are not to be confused with the term DRS. To know what exactly DRS is, check outthis page. ...
“We struggled a little bit with the pace today and it was super hard to pass anyone on that first stint, especially in the dirty air, I was managing my tyres and in a DRS train. I think that ultimately compromised our race and we had some balance issues on the soft tyre,...
One downside of using spec parts isthe lack of innovation, unlike in Formula 1, where individual teams push the sport forward with new designs.However, this also means that no team can dominate IndyCar by outspending or out-engineering the competition. ...
From the outside Leclerc always looked in control, luring Verstappen into a move at Turn 1 knowing he would repass him on the following straight with the help of his Drag Reduction System (DRS). "On the first two overtakes, I knew he was going to try something so I wasn't surpri...
Oliver Bearman, PREMA Racing Bearman will be aiming to add consistency to his speed in 2024 “Mainly the differences between last year’s car and this one starts with the rear wing. It creates a bit more drag which hopefully means the DRS is more effective. So, the ra...
How many laps is the Australian GP? The Australian Grand Prix will consist of 58 laps of the 5.278km (3.280mi) circuit, which amounts to 306.124km (190.240) of racing. Last year’s race was won by Charles Leclerc in a time of 1:27.548, although that included a couple ...
"For me this was the move that was going to win Lando the race as he had forced his opponent off line, properly off line. He was on the proper racing line, he was behind on the DRS detection to then slingshot to be back on the inside of...