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Vettel says mule car not a fair reflection of 2017 downforce
Sebastian Vettel feels the mule cars used to test Pirelli's 2017 tyres do not provide a fair reflection of the actual downforce next year's F1 single-seaters will have. Vettel has been one of the drivers in charge of carrying out testing duties for the tyre manufacturer, using a 2015 car fitted with skirts and a bigger rear wing to simulate next year's downforce. However, Pirelli has already expressed concerns that the downforce levels are around 20 percent short of what it actually needs and is in discussions with the FIA to try to find a solution. Vettel said the grip levels with the wider 2017 tyres did not feel much higher than with the current rubber. "You need to speak to...
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