F1 Explains

DRS

Listen on

Episode notes

It's the innovation which transformed F1 racing. DRS, the Drag Reduction System, gives drivers a better chance of overtaking. Why was it introduced? How does it work? What's the best way to use it?

F1 Explains with the help of three experts, who tell Christian Hewgill and Katie Osborne all about this fascinating subject:

  • McLaren Aerodynamics Specialist Emel Cankaya works on designing DRS systems. She explains the physics of DRS, why it makes cars go faster and the rules on DRS design
  • Alfa Romeo's Head of Race Strategy Ruth Buscombe studied DRS at university. She tells us how DRS is controlled and how it has changed F1 racing for strategists
  • Former Renault F1 racer Jolyon Palmer puts us in the cockpit to explain DRS driving and overtaking
F1 Explains tackles a different F1 topic every week. Check out our previous episodes using the links below:

For in-depth interviews with F1's biggest names, listen to F1 Beyond The Grid. For race previews and reviews, head over to F1 Nation.