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Pirelli expands to seven soft tyre compounds for 2018 season

Pirelli will have seven slick tyre compounds available in Formula 1 next season, after confirming the introduction of two new compounds. Pirelli expanded its range from four to five in 2016, and has now taken a further step by introducing the Hypersoft and Superhard tyres. The Hypersoft will be pink-banded, and received its name after an online poll, with the option garnering a 62 per cent share of the vote. Meanwhile, Pirelli has introduced a Superhard compound, created as an insurance policy, amid its more aggressive stance for 2018, having taken a conservative approach this season. The Superhard will be orange-banded, and as a result the Hard tyre will take on a new ‘ice...
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