Pirelli expects fewer pit stops in 2017

In the new technical regulations in force this year, aerodynamics is not the only important change to occur in F1. The single-seater tires have been largely modified compared to previous seasons.

With new dimensions increased from 245 to 305 mm for the front axle and from 325 to 405 mm for the rear axle, Pirelli carried out an extensive testing campaign last year with Mercedes, Red Bull et Ferrari to best develop its 2017 tires.

Tires which, in addition to their increased size, should have another important characteristic. “Levels of tire degradation will be significantly reduced compared to the past, explained Paul Hembrey, boss of Pirelli Motorsport, quoted by Reuters.

And the gap between the different compounds will be much reduced... In fact, I think that the elements of strategy that we have seen in the last seasons will be considerably reduced, with fewer pitstops, thus following a trend that we have seen over the last few seasons. last two years. I'm sure we'll see a lot more one-stop races. »