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What the drivers think of F1 2014
We've given you our initial thoughts, and you probably have a few views of your own after seeing the cars, but what are the new breed of Formula 1 machines actually like to drive? KEVIN TURNER assesses what those at Jerez had to say
By Kevin Turner
@KRT917
Published on Thursday January 30th 2014
Smaller engines, reduced aero and heavier cars. It doesn't sound like a recipe for a great Formula 1, but there's more to it than that.
The torque of the 1.6-litre turbos and the increased power from the regenerative systems means the 2014 cars are a handful. And fun, according to some of the drivers.
AUTOSPORT has gathered together the thoughts and feelings of some of those who have given the cars their first on-track miles at Jerez this week, tackling the main themes that have developed so far.
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About Kevin Turner
Kevin Turner has been the editor of Autosport magazine since 2016, having previously been the editor of sister publication Motorsport News. He joined the magazine in '06 after writing club race reports as a freelancer while studying history at the University of York. He has also covered international events for both the magazine and the website, including the Le Mans 24 Hours.
Kevin covered the British Touring Car Championship from 2011 to '14 and has a keen interest in the historic racing scene. He lives in Fleet with his wife and two children.
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