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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Jun 24, 2020 • 36min
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 17, 2020 • 35min
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 10, 2020 • 32min
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 3, 2020 • 33min
“I don’t see anything that will change the spectacle of F1” in new rules
Gary Anderson gives his verdict on Formula 1’s recently-approved package of new regulations, but he isn’t convinced they will work as well as some hope. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 27, 2020 • 36min
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 20, 2020 • 33min
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 13, 2020 • 33min
“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 6, 2020 • 34min
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.
Apr 29, 2020 • 34min
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 22, 2020 • 31min
Inside Jordan’s breakthrough 1997 season
The Jordan 197 wasn’t a winning Formula 1 car, but as Gary Anderson explains it might have been. What’s more, it was a car that allowed Jordan to breakthrough as a consistent force towards the front of the grid and laid the foundations for winning a year later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
