In Endurance Racing, pit stops have gone from minutes in the 1950s to under 6 seconds today.Formula 1, with eighteen mechanics, has even set the world record at 1.8 seconds by my favorite, McLaren ...
Follow live coverage of qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix today BARCELONA, Spain — Formula One officials will review the mandatory two pit stop rule enforced at last weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix ...
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Why do F1 cars need pit stops?

F1 cars need pit stops primarily to change worn-out tires to maintain high speeds, as tires cannot last a full race. While ...
Over the weekend, several outlets confirmed that FIA officials will discuss the idea of mandating two pit stops during every F1 race at this week’s Sporting Advisory Committee and the Formula 1 ...
If you've ever watched a Formula 1 race, seen an episode of Netflix's "Drive to Survive," or happened to be listening to the radio dialogue during the recent "F1" movie, you've almost certainly heard ...
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How the undercut works in F1

In Formula 1, an undercut is when a driver pits earlier than a direct rival to switch onto fresh tyres and use their extra ...