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Sep142015 by Klara LjubiNo Comments

Pirelli: We will establish clearer procedures

Tire fitter Pirelli says they are working with the FIA to establish clearer procedures on the use of tires to ensure that teams fully adhere to the rules. This activity followed the uncertainties surrounding Lewis Hamilton’s victory at Monza, where commissioners found the Briton to race at a lower pressure than recommended in one of the tires. Mercedes was later acquitted of any further action. "Together with the FIA, we will define clearer procedures that will allow teams to easily follow the rules related to the use of tires. We think it is important to avoid misunderstandings because teams will have precise directions. We would like to avoid what happened to Mercedes at the Italian Grand Prix, ”said Paul Hembery.

Sep52015 by Klara LjubiNo Comments

Formula 1 racers should stop criticizing Pirelli

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Formula 1 racers were called upon to stop public criticism of Pirelli, which was discussed at a rally with tire fitters and Bernie Eccleston as part of the Italian Grand Prix. The conversation was necessitated by a number of insulting words uttered after the unfortunate events in Belgium, where Sebastian Vettel and Nico Rosberg had tire problems. Pirelli’s men met Vettl as early as the time between the Belgian and Italian races. On Friday, however, several racers and team bosses met. They speculated on greater freedom of testing and more private criticism in the future. "We need to find a way if we intend to stay in Formula 1. We need to have a better working relationship and cooperation with people who are part of this sport," says the motorsport director of the Italian

Avg252015 by Klara LjubiNo Comments

The dispute over Pirelli tires continues

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The dispute over Pirelli tires in Formula 1 continues. More and more responsible team leaders and drivers are taking the side of Ferrari and Sebastian Vettl. Pirelli is defending himself, and drivers are demanding additional explanations. As is known, Sebastian Vettel stated on Sunday after the end of the race in Belgium that the quality of the tires is impossible. One is the result, the other is the problem of landing in a concrete fence if it happened a little earlier. Two days before that, similar to Vettl in the race, it happened to Nico Rosbberg in free practice. It is precisely this fact that similar cases have not occurred before that further encourages criticism from team members and drivers against Pirelli. In his video message after the match, Nico Rosberg said: "It is not possible for tires to burst just like that, on their own without any prior

Tue192015 by Klara LjubiNo Comments

Pirelli announces new records

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At Pirelli, they predict that we can expect lap records this year given how fast the race cars were in Australia compared to last year. The new tire structure combined with improved race cars meant two seconds better lap times. The fastest lap of Sunday’s race, set by Lewis Hamilton, was 1s faster with 30,945: 1,5s. Paul Hembery, Pirelli's motorsport director, says: "These comparisons show us what is expected after pre-season testing - improved lap times and race cars that will get faster throughout the season. We can even expect lap records at some racetracks." The racetracks where, according to the results in the 2014 season, the most chances to really reach a new record brand are: Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium), Marina

Nov82014 by Blaž ŠtremfeljNo Comments

Pirelli takes care of the wet track

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The track in Brazil is newly covered with an asphalt surface, which is why Pirelli warns that in the event of rain, it could be very slippery. Pirelli motorsport director Paul Hembery said: “In the event of rain, you would pull oil from bitumen, and oil and water you know what it does. So in short, if it rains we have to be especially careful. The racing line will change drastically, and racers will drive on parts of the track that, for example, they did not follow on Friday. So that's what we knew, oil was coming from the top of the track. ”Finally, many teams complained about tire wear at high temperatures, but Paul believes they will be much better at lower temperatures:“ When we went from harder to softer and from softer to softer, we knew k

October192014 by Jasmina VizlarNo Comments

Pirelli is changing tires for Brazil

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Pirelli originally wanted to use a medium and harder version of the tires for this year’s Interlagos F1, which Ferrari driver Fernando Alonso declared surprising. Felipe Massa has a similar opinion, but he described the choice with the word dangerous. Following a meeting of the F1 Working Group on Tires, Pirelli obtained the consent of the teams to change the tires to a medium and soft version. From Pirelli, they reported that the recent resurfacing of the racetrack in Interlagos raised a specific issue raised by Massa, which led them to make that decision for a change. Pirelli director Paul Hembery said: "We have always been of the opinion that we will be open to any changes if necessary. After further technical analysis of the effect of this supplement on the changed surface of the racetracks

October32014 by Blaž ŠtremfeljNo Comments

Pirelli in Abu Dhabi with tires for 2015

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If all goes according to plan, the Italian manufacturer of black gold for Formula One is expected to test new tires for the upcoming season in Abu Dhabi. The test is said to be opposed by McLarn and Force India, where they do not agree on a date - a week after the final race. Nevertheless, Pirelli motorsport director Paul Hembery assures that the tattooing will be: “It seems that now all teams agree with the test. So obviously we’ll be able to prepare a few extra seasons so we can pass the test. Otherwise, the tires will not be completely different, as we have not made any radical consequences, only a few structural changes, but not major ones. The mixture is similar to this year and it looks like it will be in use for at least the next two years. ”Finally, Hembery added that multi-stop races are becoming more interesting. If p

Avg232013 by Blaž ŠtremfeljNo Comments

Racers require a warranty on the tires

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Formula One racers are again concerned about the safety of Pirelli tires, as both Vettel and Alonso had problems with them in free practice before the Belgian Grand Prix. At the racetrack with an average very high speed, we are therefore promised a new rubber drama, which is why the racers at the FIA addressed the issue of the safety of Pirelli products. At Pirelli, the sharp edges of the Spa were blamed for the flat tires in the rear right, but the team did not have such an opinion. Tonight, in a meeting with Charlie Whiting, the racers demanded that he ask the Italians for a guarantee - a guarantee on the tires, so that Silverstone would not happen again. Let us recall that Pirelli has already used last year's construction of tires once this year for safety reasons. Now it’s Paul Hembery, motorsport

Jul162013 by Blaž ŠtremfeljNo Comments

Mercedes will get tire data from Silverstone

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The Brackley team was found guilty of illegally testing Pirelli tires with this year’s race car, making them barred from testing at Silverstone, where others will test young racers and dedicate one day to testing new tires. Of course, the Germans will still get information on the new tires, as Pirelli will easily give them to them after testing. Pirelli motorsport director Paul Hembery says: “Our policy is to share all data with all teams. So we will provide Mercedes with the data that the other keeps will get, which will test exactly what we want. "Mercedes sports chief Ross Brawn said at the end that he did not expect major or dramatic changes in the tires:" The tires will be similar to

Jun32013 by Blaž ŠtremfeljNo Comments

Pirelli trusts the teams

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Already at the British Grand Prix, new or slightly updated tires are expected to be seen in Formula One. Of course, all teams must agree to a change of tires during the season, but Pirelli believes there will be no problem with that. Already this weekend, the teams will receive two sets of tires, which they will be able to test at Friday's trainings, and then give their opinion. Pirelli boss Paul Hembery says he expects a positive response from all teams: “We want to use a new type of tire in Silverstone, but first the teams will get two sets of tires each at Friday's practice in Canada. The teams themselves have confirmed that changes need to be made and I hope they will accept our proposal well. Some would otherwise want bigger changes, others none at all. I believe we have found a solution