How Mexico is forcing teams to innovate
Altitude, thin air, long straights, varied corners and very low grip are making the revamped Mexico City a huge technical challenge for Formula 1 teams. CRAIG SCARBOROUGH explains how they are adapting
The Hermann Tilke-reworked Mexico City circuit's high altitude, long straight and low-grip surface have forced Formula 1 teams to focus not on bringing upgrades this weekend, but on adapting their cars to a circuit with unusual and challenging requirements.
At 2240 metres above sea level, the air is thinner than at any other race, which affects engine power, cooling and downforce.
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