Additionally, restrictions on weight of the engine parts, dimensions and materials used are being implemented in 2017 which is likely to continue even in the 2018 F1 season. However, this year during any single event, if a driver uses more than one powertrain element will lead to grid penalty. The engine remains the same hybrid power unit which was introduced about 2 years back. Pirelli is the sole tyre supplier to all the Formula 1 teams. Formula 1 cars for this season will weight at 722 kgs (excluding tyres). The rear wing extends ahead of the rear wheel axle line. The maximum height of 2017 Formula 1 car is now 800mm. The front wing span of the car is increased from 1650mm to 1800mm also increasing the over all width of the car to by 200mm to 2000 mm. The diameter of the tyre has also increased slightly. Rear tyres now measure 405 mm from previous 325 mm and front tyres are raised from existing 245 mm to 305 mm. Drivers and teams also expect a reduction of lap time by about 3-5 seconds.ΔΆ017 F1 season cars get 25% wider tyres than what we saw in the previous seasons. While this will make the F1 cars faster it will also get physically harder to drive at high speeds specially on turns. The centre body of the car and tyres are now wider which will help to boost the downforce and grip. The big mechanical changes on the 2017 season cars are given to the centre body work and tyres. New Delhi: The upcoming 2017 Formula 1 season will see one some major changes since the introduction of hybrid turbo power units in 2014.
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