Giorgio Piola's F1 technical analysis
Mexican GP: Latest F1 tech updates, straight from the pitlane
Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images bring you the Formula 1 technical updates on show in the Mexican GP pitlane, giving insight into the relentless development undertaken by the teams in pursuit of more performance.
A look at Ferrari’s turning vanes which were introduced as part of a larger update package for the Russian Grand Prix.
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It's a not a new concept, but it is worth noting Ferrari’s arched T-Wing, hung from their engine cover.
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There is an extremely large engine cover cooling outlet at the rear of the Sauber C37 to help with heat extraction, which is more of an issue at high altitudes.
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The row of fins placed on the outer edge of Ferrari’s floor was seen briefly in the USA but wasn’t raced and will be tested further in Mexico.
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An overview of a Racing Point Force India steering wheel with the various buttons, switches and rotaries that adjust the settings on the powerunit on display.
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A look at the rear of the Force India steering wheel reveals details on the clutch and gear shift paddles.
Photo by: Jerry Andre / Motorsport Images
A look at the outer section of the diffuser and rear brake duct fins on the Force India VJM11.
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Mercedes will once again utilise the open spine, or chimney-style engine cover, to help evacuate heat generated by the powerunit.
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A look at the entire rear end of the Mercedes W09 shows the level of cooling it requires for the challenges of the Mexican Grand Prix circuit.
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A huge cooling outlet is being utilised at the rear of the engine cover by Williams.
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Williams are also utilising its large, double element T-wing.
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Red Bull has immediately duplicated the floor fins that Ferrari trialled at the last round in the United States.
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The high-downforce rear wing set to be used by Ferrari in Mexico, but note it does not have the offset strakes utilised in previous rounds.
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The new front wing briefly tested by Toro Rosso in the US was not raced, but it now features an additional flap at the back of the endplate.
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For comparison, the older specification front wing endplate on the STR13 that extends further back.
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| Series | Formula 1 |
| Event | Mexican GP |
| Author | Giorgio Piola |
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