Renault newcomer Nico Hulkenberg says the outfit's form in 2017 pre-season testing in Barcelona has been below expectations, even though it has made clear progress compared to last year. Renault endured a difficult comeback campaign in 2016 after its late takeover of Lotus, but early signs were positive for its new RS17 challenger, which ended the first week of Barcelona testing fourth quickest among the F1 2017 crop. But week two has not been as kind to the French team, with a reoccurring ERS issue denying the RS17 crucial mileage. Hulkenberg, who joined Renault from Force India for the 2017 campaign, admits the team was looking for a stronger performance in Barcelona. "I don't think...
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