Posts by category: Motorsport
Why did BMW quit Formula 1?
BMW was a major player in Formula 1 for over two decades, but in 2009 they decided to pull out of the sport. The main reason given was to cut costs and focus on developing their road car business. However, there were other factors at play, such as the global financial crisis, the changing landscape of the sport and the success of rival teams. BMW had achieved several podiums and even a win, but the high costs and changing dynamics of the sport meant that their involvement was no longer financially viable. Ultimately, it was the right decision for the company and it allowed them to focus on the more profitable road car market.
Why do cars at LeMans slow down before the finish?
The 24 Hours of Le Mans is a prestigious motor race held annually in France. Cars participating in the race must complete 24 hours of continuous racing, and the winner is the car that covers the most distance in that time frame. This article discusses why cars at Le Mans slow down before the finish line. It is because the race is won based on the number of laps completed, rather than the time taken to complete the race. Drivers will slow down towards the end of the race in order to ensure that the car has completed the required number of laps and not risk overshooting the finish line and not having the lap count recorded. This strategy ensures that the drivers and their teams can maximize their chances of winning the race.