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Ahead is a series of reports on the state-of-the-art technology used in motorsports. Learn about the technical systems, tools and components from a wide range of motorsports.
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Season 1
How F1 teams get a head start
Ahead S1E3
David Coulthard gives the F1 simulator a try and looks at how this training gives an edge to F1 drivers.
3 min
How turbo works in Formula One
Ahead S1E4
David Coulthard gives an in-depth look at the power of turbochargers in F1 cars.
2 min
How aerodynamics help WEC cars
Ahead S1E5
David Coulthard gives a whirlwind tour of the World Endurance Championship’s aerodynamics universe.
3 min
How WEC LMP1 hybrid cars work
Ahead S1E6
David Coulthard takes a look at the technology powering today’s World Endurance Championship cars.
3 min
How a damper helps WRC cars
Ahead S1E7
David Coulthard takes a look at the beatings rally cars take when hitting a big air jump.
3 min
A WRC car's vital safety feature
Ahead S1E8
David Coulthard takes a look at how the steel skeleton of the roll cage can save the lives of rally drivers.
2 min
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Tech Talk with Jimbo: the PRU
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The Making of RADBUL S1E1
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Tyre talk with Mike Chen
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Join Mike Chen in the Dakar Rally bivouac for an important lesson on tyre rules in the Car class.
1 min
Friday highlights – Estonia
FIA World Rally Championship 2022
Watch highlights from Friday’s stage, where the forest terrain provides a mix of driving challenges.
How turbo works in Formula One
Ahead S1E4
David Coulthard gives an in-depth look at the power of turbochargers in F1 cars.
2 min
Maine, USA
No Days Off S1E4
Sasha navigates Maine’s climbing landscape and learns more about humanity’s impact on the environment.
10 min
How F1 teams get a head start
Ahead S1E3
David Coulthard gives the F1 simulator a try and looks at how this training gives an edge to F1 drivers.
3 min
Multi-angle views with mission data
Mission to the Edge of Space – GoPro extra
Watch views from three body cameras recording Felix Baumgartner's freefall alongside real-time mission data.
9 min
Sunday highlights – Estonia
FIA World Rally Championship 2022
Watch highlights from Sunday’s stage, where the forest terrain provides a mix of driving challenges.
How WEC LMP1 hybrid cars work
Ahead S1E6
David Coulthard takes a look at the technology powering today’s World Endurance Championship cars.
3 min
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