The Tank Slappers - MotoGP 2024 Season Preview

Day two of 2024's F1 Pre-Season Testing is over, bringing up a whole new list of things to discuss. Are drainage covers becoming a problem in the Venturi Tunnel era of Formula 1? Has Red Bull found some mechanical issues with their RB20? And which teams are looking on form as testing develops? Steph Wentworth chats with Alex Kalinauckas and Haydn Cobb to answer all these questions and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

22 Feb 202419min

The F1 2024 season begins! Red Bull have already topped the leaderboards, although testing timing needs to be taken with a large pinch of salt. But what have we learnt from seeing this year's Formula 1 cars on track for the first time? Bryn Lucas chats with Matt Kew in Bahrain, and Sam Hall in the UK, to deep dive into the first day of F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

21 Feb 202427min

Following the launch of the RB20, we have now seen all 10 challengers for this season's Formula One Championship. Well, we say that, but like always the teams are playing their cards close to their chest, hoping to hide any details from their rivals. From photoshopped floors, to completely new front wings and carbon fibre liveries there are plenty of questions and intrigue. Bryn Lucas is joined by Alex Kalinauckas, Matt Kew and Jake-Boxall Legge as we take a look back at the past 2 weeks and what it could mean for the season ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

18 Feb 20241h 5min

Red Bull has finally unveiled their 2024 challenger, the RB20, closing out F1's launch season. Given their 2023 domination, the RB20 is set to be F1's benchmarker, but has Red Bull developed their car enough to fight off fresh competition? Can Max Verstappen continue his crushing momentum? And does Sergio Perez need to prove himself in 2024? Steph Wentworth chats with Alex Kalinauckas live at Red Bull's factory, as well as Jake Boxall-Legge, to discuss whether the RB20 really can be F1's next top car. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

16 Feb 202418min

After a livery reveal last month, McLaren has now launched their 2024 car, the MCL38. But upon looking closer at the car, it seems McLaren is hiding some developments they don't want other teams to spot. Steph Wentworth chats with Jon Noble and Matt Kew to discuss McLaren's hopes for the upcoming season, what their drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri need to do this year, and whether McLaren can really fight for the top step. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15 Feb 202418min

Mercedes has unveiled their W15 F1 challenger at Silverstone, with Toto Wolff, Lewis Hamilton and George Russell providing a very simple, straight-down-the-line launch. But with the overhauled concept behind the W15, can they start challenging for the title again, or is all hope lost until 2026? And how will Lewis' final season affect George going forward? Bryn Lucas chats with Matt Kew and Filip Cleeren to find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

14 Feb 202433min

Ferrari has now revealed its 2024 F1 car, the SF-24, with the team describing it as a complete redesign. But can Ferrari's latest machine truly take the fight to Red Bull? And with the recent Hamilton 2025 signing, what does this say about Ferrari's future as a team? Bryn Lucas chats with Jon Noble and Roberto Chinchero to discuss all these points and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

13 Feb 202434min

Aston Martin has launched their new car for the 2024 F1 season, the AMR24. The team are hoping to make a step forward and challenge for wins while avoiding a mid-season slump like they experienced last year. Their driver lineup for 2025 is uncertain, with Fernando Alonso's future potentially up in the air. The AMR24 could be Aston Martin's most important car yet. Bryn Lucas is joined by Jon Noble and Matt Kew as they discuss the AMR24 and what this season could look like for Aston Martin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12 Feb 202428min