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Lotus question change of tyre compounds
In the wake of the Formula One tyre-testing scandal and the ongoing controversy over this season's fast-wearing tyres, Lotus has now questioned Pirelli's decision to introduce more conservative tyres. The move favours the teams that have struggled with the early-season tyre supply, but is a setback for those, like Lotus, that have adapted to the rubber and enjoyed good performances. The switch comes after races earlier this year with a high number of pit-stops. Lotus' track operations director Alan Permane said the tyre choices seemed "conservative and contrary to the supposed approach for the tyre allocations in 2013." He said: "The individual compounds - super-soft, soft,...
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