Due to various reasons, this year's winter test was only three days, a significant shortening from what is usual. Many teams were able to do enough driving and collect data, but the call for more test days in 2022 is also heard. Especially then a longer period is important, because of the introduction of a lot of new regulations and additionally a new type of car. Halving test days The main reason for cutting test days by half this year is due to using the same chassis as last year. Not a great deal has changed from 2020, so on paper the teams could manage in three days. A shorter winter test was also a consideration in terms of cost, but in 2022 that is of course a different story. Read...
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