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Why do F1 cars need pit stops?

F1 cars need pit stops primarily to change worn-out tires to maintain high speeds, as tires cannot last a full race. While ...
In Formula 1, a pit stop is more than just changing tyres it is a part where every move is timed to perfection. When a race car enters the pit lane it goes under maintenance, such as tire changes, ...
A bad one can ruin a race, but pit teams that can move like Rudolf Nureyev can shave time in a sport where split seconds count. By Phillip Horton In Formula 1 there are several critical junctures ...