All WRC competitors were accustomed with the idea that they will get to choose between three different tires providers for the next year’s competition. Nevertheless, plans have changed a little bit, with the Italian manufacturer, Pirelli, announcing the intention to register as official supplier. The information came from Jarmo Mahonen, FIA Rally Director, who stated
While everyone knows that the Italian tires maker had quite a troubled season, somehow Pirelli is going to extend its contract and remain the official tire supplier for Formula One. In the past, Pirelli was accused of having a very aggressive attitude and the accidents during Hungarian Grand Prix, where their tires suffered several blowouts,
The 2014 season of the Formula 1 might need to get a new tire supplier, as Pirelli has a high chance of stepping down from this responsibility. This rumor comes after several disputes and criticism brought by both media and F1 team members. Alan Permane, a Lotus engineer claims that “It’s unusual to take the
