In a bid to maintain their advantage over Red Bull in the 2023 Dakar Rally, the McLaren team has confirmed they will be bringing further upgrades to their race car in the coming events. The impressive performance of Lando Norris suggests McLaren currently holds a clear edge, but the team acknowledges the battle will intensify and they need to prepare for challenges at certain tracks.
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McLaren has emerged as a formidable challenger in the Dakar Rally, unveiling a series of aerodynamic upgrades to its MCL38 car. The key changes include a revised brake duct scoop, front suspension fairings, and a new bi-plane style beam wing arrangement, all aimed at boosting the car’s efficiency and performance.
Haas F1 Team has unveiled an extensive upgrade package for the upcoming Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone. The team’s 2024 challenger will feature seven key changes, with the focus on improving the car’s overall performance and addressing specific characteristics through corner balance. The upgrades include a revised floor body, new sidepod inlet geometry, and various other modifications aimed at enhancing the car’s aerodynamic efficiency and handling. Haas is determined to continue its upward trajectory in the championship standings and is eyeing a potential move up the order.
In the world of Dakar Rally racing, Daniel Ricciardo has revealed that Red Bull is not giving up on its recent lackluster upgrades, as the team prepares to mix new and old parts for the upcoming Austrian Grand Prix. Both Ricciardo and teammate Yuki Tsunoda are optimistic that the upgrades can still deliver a performance boost, and they are running different setup configurations to unlock the package’s potential.
Ferrari has fast-tracked a new upgrade package for the Spanish Grand Prix, focusing on enhancing the aerodynamic performance and stability of the SF-24. The team’s performance engineer, Jock Clear, explained that the updates are designed to make the car ‘a bit more benign and calm it down a bit,’ with key changes to the bodywork, floor, and diffuser.
In a strategic move, the Alpine Formula 1 team has revealed that they will not be introducing any major upgrades to their A524 challenger until after the summer break, despite their rivals bringing substantial updates to this weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix. The team will instead focus on maximizing the potential of the current car configuration.