Pirelli wraps up crucial F1 tyre tests at Monza and Fiorano, setting the stage for the 2025 slick and wet tyres.
Four teams, three drivers, two circuits. The development of 2025 tires sees no respite during the final quarter of the year, crucial for finalizing next season’s Pirelli F1 compounds.
As for tire construction, in accordance with the regulations, specifications are frozen as of September 1st.
On Tuesday, Mercedes and Red Bull were at work in Monza, while yesterday Pirelli was assisted by RB F1, continuing the development of slick tires.
Overnight rain left the track damp during the early part of the morning, prompting Liam Lawson to start his day on intermediate tires, switching to slicks once the surface dried.
Unfortunately, the New Zealander’s program was cut short in the early afternoon due to a technical issue with his VCARB 01. Before that, he had completed 76 laps, with a best of 1’22”530.
More than 200 kilometers southeast of Monza, Pirelli benefited from the hospitality and support of Scuderia Ferrari at their Fiorano track.
Driving an SF-24, Oliver Bearman worked on developing new wet and intermediate tires, utilizing the artificial watering system equipped at Ferrari’s own track.
The Englishman began with a few laps on dry before focusing on the program designed by Pirelli’s engineers. Bearman completed 167 laps.
Pirelli’s test program remains busy through the end of the year, not only in preparation for the next season but also the following one.
The next test is scheduled at the Spanish circuit of Barcelona on September 17 and 18, where the first 2026 tire prototypes will debut.
These will remain 18 inches but slightly narrower than the current range. For this test, Aston Martin F1 will provide a current generation car, modified to accommodate the new tire size.
Testing for 2025 will then resume at Magny-Cours in France on October 1 and 2, with support from Mercedes F1.
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F1 2025 Slick and Wet Tires on the Agenda F1 2025 Slick and Wet Tires on the Agenda
