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Analysis: How Vettel is seeking an advantage with 2017 Pirelli testing
After much debate with the teams and the FIA, Pirelli was able to plan an extensive programme of testing for its prototype 2017 tyres, which are not only wider than the current product, but will also have to deal with much higher downforce levels. It was eventually agreed that Mercedes, Ferrari and Red Bull would provide "mule cars", with 2015 models modified to replicate the high downforce expected next year. The teams have three solo tests each, divided into sessions for wet running, soft/supersoft/ultrasoft, and hard/medium, followed by a 10th "final validation" test after the last race in Abu Dhabi where they will all run together. A key stipulation from Pirelli was...
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