Pirelli will introduce a new 18-inch tyre design concept at the Silverstone test next week in a bid to showcase their future vision for Formula 1's tyres. Pirelli have been keen to see F1 switch to larger rims and low-profile tyres ever since it re-entered the sport in 2010, as not only does it reflect the modern tyre market, but it would help to bring greater technology transfer from F1 to road tyres. The company stressed that it would only continue developing the prototype if the teams, promoter and other stakeholders get behind the plan. A new 18-inch tyre would not be without its technical challenges to produce, although the pay-off would be increased rigidity through having less...
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