The Race F1 Tech Show
The Race Media Ltd
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Nov 11, 2020 • 38min
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 4, 2020 • 39min
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.
Oct 28, 2020 • 34min
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 21, 2020 • 37min
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 14, 2020 • 38min
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 7, 2020 • 38min
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.
Sep 30, 2020 • 36min
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 23, 2020 • 33min
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 16, 2020 • 26min
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 7, 2020 • 37min
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.
