February 27, 2025 • 40 mins
Formula 1 teams have one chance to test their cars before the 2025 season. With every lap, drivers and engineers learn more about their new machines. Why is pre-season testing so important, and how do teams get the most out of it?
From Bahrain, Christian and Katie are joined by F1TV Lead Presenter Laura Winter, who gives us the lowdown on testing. Then Alpine rookie Jack Doohan, McLaren's Oscar Piastri and other key team members explain what happens at testing, and how they gather data ahead of the first race.
Got questions about F1? We'll answer them!
From Bahrain, Christian and Katie are joined by F1TV Lead Presenter Laura Winter, who gives us the lowdown on testing. Then Alpine rookie Jack Doohan, McLaren's Oscar Piastri and other key team members explain what happens at testing, and how they gather data ahead of the first race.
Got questions about F1? We'll answer them!
- Send emails or voice notes to F1Explains@F1.com
- Let us know if you'll be at the Australian GP - you could be part of our live show
Coming soon to Las Vegas - F1 karting + more at Grand Prix Plaza
- Race, shop and eat at the home of the Formula 1 Las Vegas GP
- See iconic cars at F1 X - a brand new 4D exhibition
- Opens at Grand Prix Plaza, Las Vegas, March 29th
- Tickets from March 6th at grandprixplaza.com
- Read more here on F1.com
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