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How Switzerland boosts Formula 1
Switzerland is a discreet but vital player for F1. However, its innovative power around a flourishing ecosystem deserves to be known. During the holidays, “Bilan” invites you to delve back into the issues that marked the year.
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Published today at 3:23 a.m.
Zhou Guanyu driving the Ferrari Kick Sauber C44 (24) on the track during final practice before the Las Vegas F1 Grand Prix, November 22, 2024.
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Did you know that without Vaudois engine components, there would be no F1? That Lando Norris – star driver of the McLaren team – sits race after race on Friborg composite materials? Or quite simply that Sauber is part of the very exclusive club of teams to have exceeded 500 Grands Prix? No, you weren’t aware? Switzerland is a land of Formula 1 and unfortunately, we don’t know that.
Aside from the watch industry, which very quickly understood the benefit of associating itself with the king of motor sports, there is a certain discretion in the country around the discipline. However, Formula 1 currently enjoys historic popularity. It is a fantastic showcase, but also and above all a powerful engine of innovation.
Artificial intelligence, materials science, aerodynamics, engine power and efficiency, it’s simple, F1 is part of cutting-edge technological development which benefits many industries. Its laboratory side allows it to take risks that a more traditional company would not allow. After all, hybrid engines, which we find in production cars today, were born from motor racing. Just like the ultralight materials that make up your bike.
Not talking about it ultimately means taking the risk of missing out on something. Formula 1 has all the makings of a virtuous ecosystem where partners push each other to innovate and surpass limits. The national Sauber team is growing rapidly by establishing close links with Chinese and American companies. In Switzerland? She unfortunately seems misunderstood.
F1 is an asset and recognizing it doesn’t necessarily make you a fan who hasn’t touched the ground since Lewis Hamilton announced his transfer to Ferrari. Switzerland also has the right to be proud of everything it brings to a unique discipline and to work for its development.
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