The Race F1 Tech Show

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 2022 grid, speak to some of the famous names behind classic F1 innovations, and answer fans’ burning F1 tech questions.

Episodes

Why does Ferrari get it wrong and other questions

February 4, 2021 • 63 min

Former Jordan and Jaguar technical director Gary Anderson joins Edd Straw to answer listener questions on F1 2021, 18-inch wheels, driving sideways and even Colin McRae.

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Gary’s verdict on all 10 F1 teams

December 16, 2020 • 57 min

Gary looks back at the performance of the 10 F1 teams during the 2020 F1 season, explaining who did well, and why, and which of them underachieved

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Why “peaky” Red Bull needs to change

December 9, 2020 • 37 min

Gary Anderson answers your latest batch of questions, including why the Red Bull is difficult to drive, if the Mercedes is too easy to drive and his memories of Gilles Villeneuve’s F1 debut at Silverstone in 1977

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Hamilton’s replacement & Grosjean’s fireball

December 2, 2020 • 34 min

Gary answers your questions on how a team approaches replacing a driver like Lewis Hamilton and the causes and implications of Grosjean’s terrifying Bahrain Grand Prix crash

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Why F1's big 2022 rules change aren’t good enough

November 25, 2020 • 39 min

Gary answers your questions on the major F1 rule changes in 2022 and explains the reasons why he thinks they aren’t the answer to all grand prix racing’s problems

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Can F1 make every race like Turkey?

November 18, 2020 • 35 min

Gary answers your questions on the reasons for the unpredictable Turkish Grand Prix weekend, the role of the tyres, Ferrari’s resurgent form in the race – and also answers a couple of Jordan 191 questions and explains torsion bars.

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Why copying F1 cars can’t be stopped

November 11, 2020 • 37 min

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.

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How would Mercedes replace Hamilton and Wolff?

November 4, 2020 • 39 min

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

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Why Gary isn’t very pleased with Max Verstappen

October 28, 2020 • 34 min

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

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Why bad F1 cars happen - your questions answered

October 21, 2020 • 37 min

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.

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Hamilton v Schumacher: Gary answers your questions

October 14, 2020 • 38 min

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.

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F1’s engine future after Honda

October 7, 2020 • 38 min

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!

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Why F1’s penalty system is wrong

September 30, 2020 • 35 min

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

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Secrets of F1 aerodynamics

September 23, 2020 • 32 min

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.

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Why can’t Vettel sort out his driving style?

September 16, 2020 • 26 min

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.

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Gary's verdict on a crazy Italian GP and a surprise F1 winner

September 7, 2020 • 37 min

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

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How Spa performance has opened Renault’s eyes

September 1, 2020 • 38 min

Gary Anderson answers your questions, including why understanding its Spa performance could be the key to a Renault breakthrough, whether Ferrari can hope to turn things around and why loose wheels stlll happen in crashes.

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Ask Gary Anything: F1 design, Ferrari’s failure & darts

August 26, 2020 • 33 min

Gary answers your questions on F1 past and present, submitted via YouTube.

Follow Gary on Twitter @GaryAndersonF1 and keep an eye on the community section of The Race YouTube channel if you’d like to submit a question for a future episode.

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Gary judges your suggestions on how to fix F1

August 19, 2020 • 48 min

After the Spanish Grand Prix proved to be a little light on action, Gary Anderson asked you for your thoughts on how to spice up F1. In this episode, he works through your many suggestions.   Follow Gary on twitter at @GaryAnderson F1

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Ferrari conspiracy theories and illegal designs

August 12, 2020 • 37 min

Gary explains why drivers sometimes feel their team is against them, and delves into the Racing Point stewards’ verdict and the team’s reaction to it

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The Race F1 Tech Show

Episodes

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Why “peaky” Red Bull needs to change

Hamilton’s replacement & Grosjean’s fireball

Why F1's big 2022 rules change aren’t good enough

Can F1 make every race like Turkey?

Why copying F1 cars can’t be stopped

How would Mercedes replace Hamilton and Wolff?

Why Gary isn’t very pleased with Max Verstappen

Why bad F1 cars happen - your questions answered

Hamilton v Schumacher: Gary answers your questions

F1’s engine future after Honda

Why F1’s penalty system is wrong

Secrets of F1 aerodynamics

Why can’t Vettel sort out his driving style?

Gary's verdict on a crazy Italian GP and a surprise F1 winner

How Spa performance has opened Renault’s eyes

Ask Gary Anything: F1 design, Ferrari’s failure & darts

Gary judges your suggestions on how to fix F1

Ferrari conspiracy theories and illegal designs

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