One of two penalties that can be handed out at the discretion of the Stewards whilst the race is still running. Drivers must enter the pit lane, drive through it complying with the speed limit, and re [..]

A term used to describe the process by which a tyre is heated through use and then cooled down. This has the effect of slightly changing the properties of the compound and can improve durability.

A lap done on arrival at a circuit, testing functions such as throttle, brakes and steering before heading back to the pits without crossing the finish line.

Where the team owner, managers and engineers spend the race, usually under an awning to keep sun and rain off their monitors.

A lap completed when drivers leave the pits to assemble on the grid for the start. If a driver decides to do several, they must divert through the pit lane as the grid will be crowded with team person [..]

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During the first phase of qualifying, any driver who fails to set a lap within 107 percent of the fastest Q1 time will not be allowed to start the race. However, in exceptional circumstances, which co [..]

The study of airflow over and around an object and an intrinsic part of Formula One car design.

The engine air intake above the driver's head, which also serves as the car's roll hoop.

The middle point of the inside line around a corner at which drivers aim their cars.