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The Unraveling of an Icon: Lewis Hamilton's Challenging Season

This week's episode of the 2 Soft Compounds podcast delves into the troubling trajectory of Lewis Hamilton's career, particularly since his move to Ferrari. The hosts explore his recent struggles on the track and the implications of his uncertain future in Formula 1.

Our Take:

While Hamilton has been a formidable force in Formula 1, the transition to a new team like Ferrari is fraught with challenges. It may be too soon to count him out entirely, but the signs suggest that even the sport's elite can face steep hurdles in their career paths.

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Source: Paul Velasco

ERS and Hybrid Power Units: Long-Term Impact

Examines how F1’s ERS reshaped performance, efficiency and reliability — and how removing the MGU‑H and boosting MGU‑K under 2026 rules will change strategy.

Colin Chapman: F1's Maverick Engineer

How 'simplify, then add lightness' transformed F1 — monocoque chassis, stressed-member engines and ground-effect aerodynamics that still shape modern car design.

How F1 Teams Manage Traction Loss in Corners

How F1 teams limit traction loss with throttle technique, suspension and differential tuning, aerodynamic balance and telemetry to improve corner exits.

F1 Teams Cutting Single-Use Plastic: Key Initiatives

Seven F1 teams are eliminating single-use plastics with refill stations, circular manufacturing and renewable energy to support the sport’s net-zero goals.

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ERS and Hybrid Power Units: Long-Term Impact

Colin Chapman: F1's Maverick Engineer

How F1 Teams Manage Traction Loss in Corners

F1 Teams Cutting Single-Use Plastic: Key Initiatives