Low profile tyres vs F1 tyres
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Random question that occurred to me last night...
If low profile tyres improve grip and handling at the expense of comfort (small tyre wall flexs less), why do the tyres on F1 grand prix cars look so tall? Is it because the wheels are so small in order to save weight, so the tyres need to be taller to give sufficient ground clearance? F1 tyres are designed for one job and one job only, so I'm guessing the sidewalls can take the strain.
Any thoughts / definitive answers?
If low profile tyres improve grip and handling at the expense of comfort (small tyre wall flexs less), why do the tyres on F1 grand prix cars look so tall? Is it because the wheels are so small in order to save weight, so the tyres need to be taller to give sufficient ground clearance? F1 tyres are designed for one job and one job only, so I'm guessing the sidewalls can take the strain.
Any thoughts / definitive answers?
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