Pirelli has begun testing its new tyres at Mugello ahead of its return to Formula One for the 2011 season. Nick Heidfeld has been released by Mercedes to test for Pirelli but should he be allowed to drive for another team next season, given his access and influence?
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Mercedes release Heidfeld to test for Pirelli
Formula 1
Posted onMercedes has released Nick Heidfeld from his contract as reserve driver with the team to become Pirelli’s official test driver.
Pirelli begins tyre testing at Mugello
Formula 1
Posted onPirelli is to begin testing its new tyres at Mugello tomorrow, ahead of its return to Formula 1 for the 2011 season.
Pirelli to supply four types of slick in 2011
Posted onThe F1 tyre arrangements under Pirelli in 2011 will be similar to those under Bridgestone this year. Pirelli will supply four types of dry weather tyre plus intermediate and wet weather tyres, as Bridgestone currently do. There are no changes expected in the rules under which drivers have a choice of two compounds during a … Continue reading Pirelli to supply four types of slick in 2011
Pirelli return to F1 after 20-year absence
2011 F1 season
Posted onPirelli have beaten off competition from Michelin to become the official F1 tyre supplier from 2011.