Audi blinks first! | Podcast Ep 975

In this episode, Todd and Grace discuss the upcoming F1 season, focusing on the latest news, team preparations, and testing insights. They explore the impact of weather on testing, the importance of reliability, and the introduction of new power units. The conversation also touches on lap counts as indicators of performance, off-track developments, and marketing strategies to engage fans.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
02:39 Weather and Personal Updates
05:30 Patreon Support and Podcast Overview
08:26 2026 Season Preview and Testing
11:15 Team Performances and Testing Insights
13:52 Red Bull's Engine Debut and Performance
16:46 Audi and Cadillac's Testing Challenges
19:37 Headlines and Highlights from Testing
22:17 Security and Media Access at Testing
24:33 The Marketing Strategy of Formula One
26:20 Team Dynamics and Shakedown Importance
28:53 Aston Martin's Expectations and Pressure
30:36 Christian Horner's Potential Stake in Alpine
33:42 Ryan Reynolds and Alpine's Future
37:24 McLaren's New Partnership with Puma
38:39 Cadillac's Team Building and Driver Strategy
42:33 Audi's Ambitious Goals for 2030
47:00 Aero Leadership and Team Dynamics
47:58 The Importance of Boardroom Support
49:30 Five-Year Plans and Realistic Expectations
50:36 McLaren's No Team Orders Philosophy
51:51 Fairness vs. Competitive Advantage in F1
53:26 Team Communication and Driver Dynamics
56:41 Alvin's Cats: 24 Hours of Daytona and Beyond

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