Renault Chief Technical Officer Bob Bell says the manufacturer has adopted a “fresh approach” in a bid to get on top of the reliability issues which have previously compromised its prospects. Renault targeted fifth place in last year’s standings but glitches and failures hampered its chances, and it finished sixth, recording 13 retirements. Customer teams Red Bull and Toro Rosso were also impacted, leading Renault’s relationship with its outgoing Faenza-based partner to deteriorate amid late-season problems and a shortage of parts. Bell explained that reliability is a key area Renault hopes to address heading into the new campaign. “We need a strong...
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