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The key tech changes that could disrupt F1 2022

After a year’s delay enforced by the global pandemic, F1’s major rules reset is finally here, with the second 2022 pre-season test getting underway in Bahrain today. A cursory glance the new cars tells of some significant differences, but as STUART CODLING explains, they are more than just superficial tweaks

Formula 1 teams have so far had three days of testing in Barcelona to learn about their all-new 2022 machines, with a further three days in Bahrain set to bring a clearer view of the competitive order.

But what exactly is different about the new generation of F1 car? Well, ‘ground-effect’ returns as wings become less important – in theory - while new 18-inch wheels mean a leap into the (almost) unknown for F1’s tyre supplier, Pirelli. Engine development remains frozen – but can cunning companies test the limits as new fuel comes into play? Meanwhile, cost cuts will mean more standardised components - even if F1 isn’t about to become a one-make championship yet.

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