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FIA statement: F1 plans faster cars and thrilling races

The Formula One Strategy Group met yesterday in Biggin Hill to exchange views on the current challenges that F1 faces. Besides the statuary members of the Group, representatives of the engine manufacturers were also invited. The Strategy Group members have debated a number of levers aimed at improving the show. An initial series of measures has been voted:For 2016:- Free choice of the two dry tyre compounds (out of four) that each team can use during the race weekend For 2017:- Faster cars: 5 to 6 seconds drop in laptimes through aerodynamic rules evolution, wider tyres and reduction of car weight- Reintroduction of refuelling (maintaining a maximum race fuel allowance)- Higher revving...
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