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F1 teams and Pirelli locked in debate over 2017 tyre testing

Formula 1 teams are locked in a debate with Pirelli and the FIA about the logistics of next year’s in-season tyre testing. The rules allow for 25 car days of testing to be spread through the season and between the teams. However, the provisional schedule suggested by the tyre company and discussed in Brazil was not acceptable to the teams, who pointed out the logistical issues associated with cars and personnel being in transit between flyaway races, and the fact that spare parts and extra power units will be in short supply early in the year. Pirelli is keen to run on as many tracks as possible, including those outside Europe in the last part of the season. The FIA will have to agree to...
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