Is the aerodynamics department now able to keep pace with the big teams?
MARIO THEISSEN: The wind tunnel in Hinwil is first-class – one of the best, if not the best of any team on the grid. However, previously there were only enough people to run the tunnel on a single-shift basis, whereas the top teams were already using their facilities around the clock, as is standard. We responded by introducing a second shift in January, and by the end of the year we should also be running the tunnel on a three-shift basis. Stepping up the pace of development has already borne fruit. We are committed to making improvements available for each GP in the form of tested and approved new parts. And we’ve managed to do that on almost every occasion. The correlation between our simulation work, wind tunnel testing and the introduction of improvements in race action is extremely encouraging. Q: Is it true that you’re looking to expand the Hinwil facility in terms of buildings as well as personnel? MARIO THEISSEN: Yes, we’ve already secured planning permission for the expansion
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