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F1 could have bigger wheels by 2020
Jun.5 F1 could switch to low-profile, 18-inch wheels by 2020. That is the claim of Auto Motor und Sport, reporting that the change could come a year earlier than the revolutionary new car regulations being planned for 2021. That's because Pirelli's contract runs out at the end of next year, with potential rival brands wanting to become the sole tyre supplier needing to lodge their interest this month. 18-inch wheels would match the "futuristic" image of F1 cars that Liberty Media wants for 2021. "We once had product designers draw cars of the future," said Pat Symonds, who is heading the group that is coming up with the 2021 rules. "I assume that in the end we...
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