Facts Formula 1

19 Facts Only Real F1 Fans Will Know

10. The average driver loses 4 kg in one race

In the cockpit, the temperature can reach up to 50 degrees Celsius. Moreover, the driver has two suits and the G-Force also has the effect of weight loss.

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11. A driver loses 3 liters during a race

To show you that driving an F1 car isn’t easy, a driver loses 3 liters of water during one race. Telegraph points out that the average F1 is equipped with 1.5 liters of water in the car and it is hooked to the helmet.

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12. Tires lose 0.5 kg during a race

Due to constant braking and high speeds, the tires lose 0.5 kg during the race. The wear and tear is truly remarkable.

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13. A driver can survive the impact of 100 mph to standstill in 2 seconds

The F1 cars may be fast, but the safety is the primary factor. There are hundreds of safety regulations a car needs to pass to be eligible, but because of safety equipment, the F1 cars are quite uncomfortable.

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14. Halmet is among the toughest in the world

To protect drivers from getting serious head injuries during crashes, helmets are built to withstand massive hits. They are extremely light which comes to no surprise since they are made of carbon fiber.

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