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McLaren predicts uneven performance with new Pirelli tyres
McLaren’s chief technical officer Tim Goss predicts an uneven performance jump between Pirelli’s new Formula 1 tyre compound options in 2018. While the bulk of the technical regulations remain largely untouched from last year, except for the Halo's debut, banning of shark fin engine covers and T-wings plus the reduced power unit component numbers, Pirelli has introduced two new tyres for 2018 while revising its compound constructions. With the new Superhard and Hypersoft boosting dry tyre numbers to seven different compounds – while all tyres are predicted to be a step softer compared to last year – McLaren’s Goss has been encouraged by the early signs with Pirelli’s new tyres...
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