The Race F1 Tech Show

Gary Anderson, former F1 technical director and car designer, breaks down why Honda's power unit vibrations are so hard to fix. He unpacks on-car vs dyno differences, chassis-packaging compromises, mounting rules and battery damage. He also discusses leadership shake-ups at Aston Martin and how Suzuka’s demands shape energy harvesting and deployment strategies.

With one round down, opinions are still split on F1's new rules and the way they've altered the on-track spectacle. On this episode of The Race F1 Tech Show, Edd Straw and former F1 technical director Gary Anderson discuss the positives and negatives of what we saw in Australia, discuss how the teams' growing tech understanding will impact racing, and debate the tweaks F1 can make to the rules to improve what many see at the immediate problem areas.Gary also answers questions from listeners on battery technology, front-axle harvesting, and power unit component allocation.If you've got a tech question for Gary, send it to podcasts@the-race.comWant bonus F1 podcasts, extra content and ad-free listening? Join The Race Members' Club on Patreon today and get 90% off your first month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Race F1 Tech Show returns, with Edd Straw and legendary former F1 technical director Gary Anderson discussing all the big tech talking points heading into 2026.Gary gives his assessment of each team heading into the new season, plus shares his thoughts on the new power units, deployment regimes, energy harvesting, the start sequence and more.He also answers questions from listeners on bargeboards (or should that be floorboards?), the loss of the MGU-H, the weight limit, and lift wings vs downforce wings.If you'd like to ask Gary a question, you can send it to podcasts@the-race.comWant bonus F1 podcasts, extra content and ad-free listening? Join The Race Members' Club on Patreon today and get 90% off your first month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Hughes, veteran F1 journalist with aerodynamic and historical insight, and Gary Anderson, former F1 technical director and car designer, discuss 2026 car design trends. They debate active aero choices, front-wing and mounting trade-offs. They explore sidepod philosophies, diffuser slots, oversized airboxes, cooling and battery compromises. They highlight extreme suspension geometries and which cars stood out in testing.

On the final tech show of the year, former F1 technical director Gary Anderson gives his verdict on the outgoing F1 regulations, and explains where he thinks the incoming regulations have missed a trick.He also answers questions from listeners about how to write better rules, the lack of geometry tweaks by the FIA, and whether active suspension should have returned.We also bring you the second part of our interview with Atlassian customer CTO Andrew Boyagi, who explains how the company’s AI technology is helping Williams reach new performance levels.Get information when you need it with Atlassian Rovo. AI that knows your business. Click here to get started today.Join The Race Members' Club on Patreon today and enjoy bonus F1 podcasts and ad-free listening. GET YOUR 2026 WALL CALENDAR TODAY - Go to shop.the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Anderson, a former Formula 1 technical director, and Andrew Bayarji, Atlassian's Customer CTO, dive into the significance of mule-car tests for 2026 Pirelli tyres in Abu Dhabi. They explore how these tests clarify tyre durability under varying downforce. Gary emphasizes the relentless nature of F1 development cultures and the impact of Atlassian's tools on streamlining Williams' operations. Listeners are intrigued by discussions around tyre supplier competition, ride-height adjustments, and the complexities of overtaking in modern racing.

Gary Anderson, a former Formula 1 technical director, shares insights on McLaren's missteps in Qatar, highlighting how strategic pitting could have changed the race outcome. He discusses Adrian Newey's upcoming transition to team principal at Aston Martin and its potential impact on his technical contributions. Anderson also dives into teams' coping strategies under cost caps, revealing repair techniques for carbon components, and answers listener queries about tyre issues and rookie challenges like Oscar Piastri's struggles with low grip.

Gary Anderson, a veteran Formula 1 engineer, shares his insights on what defines a 'technical' driver. He emphasizes the importance of mental capacity for analyzing car behavior and providing effective feedback. Discussions include strategies for improving overtaking and critiquing recent comments from Ferrari's chairman that could affect morale. Gary highlights the relationship between data and driver-engineer communication, suggesting that limiting live telemetry could enhance collaboration. He also ponders the future of F1 powertrains and critiques the decision to remove the MGU-H.

Gary Anderson, a former F1 technical director with over 50 years in the sport, dives deep into Red Bull's strategic dilemmas about driver promotions and their technical approach. He emphasizes the need for a balanced car philosophy rather than a Verstappen-centric design. The discussion also covers Oscar Piastri's grip challenges compared to Lando Norris, and how car setups could adapt to the drivers' strengths. Additionally, Gary shares memories of modest F1 budgets from the 1970s and explores modern tech changes that could have influenced past teams.

Just how big a project is designing a 2026 Formula 1 car given the brand new chassis and power unit regulations? Aston Martin CEO and team principal Andy Cowell explains that to host Edd Straw in an interview in the latest F1 Tech Show. We also hear former F1 technical director Gary Anderson’s insight on such projects, how they have changed as F1 has evolved and the challenge of knowing what you are aiming for in terms of performance. Red Bull’s revival and the ‘tape on pitwall’ controversy from Austin are also discussed, with Gary offering a technological solution.Your questions on Cowell’s engine expertise, rain in the cockpit, engine degradation and fuel suppliers are also fielded.Want bonus episodes and ad-free listening? Join The Race Members' Club on Patreon today - we even have an 'F1-only' tier! Check out the new items in The Race Shop - members get a 15% discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.