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Analysis: Why 'too-slow' F1 needs a big boost
After the Strategy Group flops of double-point finales and standing restarts, a Formula 1 overhaul to make cars dramatically faster has finally injected some positivity about the future. And while the return of refuelling for 2017 may have divided opinion among fans, it is hard to find anyone unhappy about the prospect of grand prix machinery lapping up to six seconds quicker over the next two years. Slow cars criticised Lap times have been one of the big criticisms aimed at F1 since the current formula of 1.6-litre turbo V6 engines and new aero rules were introduced at the start of last season. Despite the cars being quicker in a straight line, a combination of extra weight, conservative...
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