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The Race F1 Tech Show

The Race Media Ltdwww.the-race.com
Journalist Edd Straw and former F1 technical director and car designer Gary Anderson are here to guide listeners through the wonderful world of Formula 1 technology. With the help of special guests they’ll discuss and explain everything from how F1 cars are engineered to go faster, to the science behind cutting-edge aerodynamics and the complexities of engine development. They’ll also discuss the latest design trends shaping the grid, speak to some of the famous names behind classic F1 innovations, and answer fans’ burning F1 tech questions.

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Episodes

Can F1 make every race like Turkey?

Gary answers your questions on the reasons for the unpredictable Turkish Grand Prix weekend, the role of the tyres, Ferrari’s resurgent form in the race – and also answers a couple of Jordan 191 questions and explains torsion bars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 18, 202036 min

Why copying F1 cars can’t be stopped

Gary answers your questions on F1’s new anti-copycat regulations, Istanbul Park’s Turn 8, how tyres are constructed and his involvement with the short-lived Midland F1 team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 11, 202038 min

How would Mercedes replace Hamilton and Wolff?

Gary answers listener questions on the talking points from Imola – including what Mercedes would do if Lewis Hamilton doesn’t sign a new deal and a potential successor to Wolff as team principal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 04, 202039 min

Why Gary isn’t very pleased with Max Verstappen

Gary answers your questions on the Portuguese Grand Prix and pulls no punches in his criticism of Verstappen’s incidents, as well as looking ahead to F1’s return to Imola and the challenges of the legendary circuit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 28, 202034 min

Why bad F1 cars happen - your questions answered

Nobody sets out to make a bad F1 car, but there have been many of them throughout history and Gary answers your questions about them. Among the topics covered are if it’s bad design or trying to be overly-clever, cars that had real potential despite no success, a series of McLarens that fell short and even the Lotus 76. Follow Gary on Twitter @GaryAndersonF1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 21, 202037 min

Hamilton v Schumacher: Gary answers your questions

Now that Lewis Hamilton has equalled Michael Schumacher’s record of 91 grand prix wins, Gary Anderson answers your questions on F1’s most successful drivers and what makes them so special. Follow Gary on Twitter - @GaryAndersonF1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 14, 202038 min

F1’s engine future after Honda

Gary answers your questions about Formula 1 engines in the wake of Honda announcing its withdrawal at the end of the 2021 season – and reveals the secret to lifting a Ford DFV engine on your own! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 07, 202038 min

Why F1’s penalty system is wrong

Gary explains why Formula 1’s penalties need to be fixed, and answers other listener questions about Stefano Domenicali’s impartiality, Daniel Ricciardo’s possible regrets and low noses Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 30, 202036 min

Secrets of F1 aerodynamics

Gary answers your questions about F1 aerodynamics, including how the ‘return’ of ground effect in 2022 will change F1, the impact of turbulent air and what was behind the famous F1 X-Wings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 23, 202033 min

Why can’t Vettel sort out his driving style?

Gary takes time out from his holiday to answer more listener questions and hit the big topics in Formula 1. Apologies for the reduced audio quality, which was owing to circumstances beyond our control. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 16, 202026 min

Gary's verdict on a crazy Italian GP and a surprise F1 winner

Having masterminded the odd shock F1 victory himself, Gary is well-placed to explain what it’s like to take a shock win in a crazy race. He delves into Pierre Gasly and AlphaTauri’s great underdog triumph Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 07, 202037 min

How Spa performance has opened Renault’s eyes

Gary Anderson answers your questions, including why understanding its Spa performance could be the key to a Renault breakthrough, whether Ferrari can hope to turn things around and why loose wheels stlll happen in crashes. Follow @GaryAndersonF1 on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 02, 202038 min

Ask Gary Anything: F1 design, Ferrari’s failure & darts

Gary answers your questions on F1 past and present, submitted via YouTube. Follow Gary on Twitter @GaryAndersonF1 and keep an eye on the community section of The Race YouTube channel if you’d like to submit a question for a future episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 26, 202033 min

Gary judges your suggestions on how to fix F1

After the Spanish Grand Prix proved to be a little light on action, Gary Anderson asked you for your thoughts on how to spice up F1. In this episode, he works through your many suggestions. Follow Gary on twitter at @GaryAnderson F1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 202049 min

Ferrari conspiracy theories and illegal designs

Gary explains why drivers sometimes feel their team is against them, and delves into the Racing Point stewards’ verdict and the team’s reaction to it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 12, 202038 min

How Ferrari turned things round at Silverstone

Gary explains how Ferrari got so much from its car at a track that should have exposed its weaknesses, and why Sebastian Vettel couldn’t match Charles Leclerc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 05, 202037 min

Rory Byrne can bring reality back to Ferrari

Gary explains what design legend Rory Byrne can do to help Ferrari, delves into the expected Mercedes advantage at Silverstone, and explains why he’s happy to see Imola back on the F1 calendar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 29, 202036 min

Why F1’s rules and penalties are “crazy”

Gary doesn’t hold back in his criticism of the penalty issued to Haas for breaking a formation lap communications rule that makes no sense, and looks into the performance of Mercedes and Red Bull. He also pays tribute to old friend and rival Ron Tauranac. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 22, 202037 min

What Renault’s Racing Point protest is all about

Is the ‘Pink Mercedes’ legal or illegal? Gary Anderson delves into the arguments about intellectual property and listed parts, and reveals his conclusions from the Red Bull Ring double-header. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 15, 202036 min

Why Ferrari is really struggling in F1 2020

Gary Anderson tackles the big topics from the first race weekend of the F1 season, including Ferrari’s performance deficit, the legality of DAS and what the Mercedes problems were really all about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 07, 202037 min

Working with Zanardi and other listener questions

Gary looks back at his time working with Alex Zanardi at Jordan in 1991 and with Reynard in 2001, as well as taking other questions on a range of topics including Eddie Irvine’s abilities, what makes a fast driver and the future of the DRS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 24, 202036 min

Secrets of race engineering

As well as working as a technical director in Formula 1, Gary Anderson also has significant experience of race engineering. He explains the art of race engineering, and the kind of driver you would like to work with – and not work with Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 17, 202035 min

How F1 teams will approach the delayed season

Gary explains how Formula 1 teams will be preparing for the delayed start to the season and what impact the condensed and uncertain calendar will have on the season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 10, 202032 min

How to make Formula 1 safer

Earlier this month, the FIA outlined the areas it was seeking to improve safety in motorsport. Gary Anderson takes a look at the objectives where they are relevant to Formula 1, and suggests how he would improve things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 27, 202036 min

Why teams must be flexible with staff for F1's return

The proposed F1 calendar features 18 races in 24 weeks – as well as a quadruple-header and two triple-headers. Gary Anderson explains how teams can deliver this without overworking the personnel who do all the work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 20, 202033 min

“Blame on both sides” as Ferrari and Vettel split

Gary Anderson delves into the breakdown of the Ferrari/Vettel alliance, and explains how an F1 team approaches selecting a replacement. As well as picking his ideal new Ferrari driver, he also explains why he doesn’t see Vettel cutting it in the midfield. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 13, 202033 min

Secrets of F1 suspension

Gary Anderson explains how Formula 1 car suspension works and the various tradeoffs required between mechanical performance and aerodynamic impact – as well how tyres impact the equation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 06, 202034 min

Will F1’s new 2020 calendar plan work?

Gary Anderson delves into F1’s plan for starting the season in Austria at the start of July and the challenges grand prix racing faces in making it work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 29, 202034 min
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