Pierre Alves (Manager, Endurance Racing Programs, Michelin Motorsport):
“We haven't had much time to analyze the tire data from Austin and here we are already in Japan where another challenge awaits us. There's so much variety at Fuji Speedway and...
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Pierre Alves (Manager, Endurance Racing Programs, Michelin Motorsport):
“We haven't had much time to analyze the tire data from Austin and here we are already in Japan where another challenge awaits us. There's so much variety at Fuji Speedway and different parts of the circuit highlight different aspects of the overall performance package, from the engine and aerodynamics, to the mechanical grip of our tires. In last year's mild to hot weather, the medium and hard MICHELIN Pilot Sports ensured the necessary stability and consistency to cope with the high downforce loads, while still providing grip through 100R [Turns 4 and 5] and Sector 3. The left-hand tires in general and the front-left in particular face the biggest demands here, so we will be attentive to how this tire performs. Our Japanese friends have just been through a violent typhoon and the likelihood of rain over the weekend cannot be ruled out.”
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