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> The swerving left and right actually does not keep their tires warm, especially at those lower speeds since they aren't generating enough downforce. You're m

by davej 15y ago

> The swerving left and right actually does not keep their tires warm, especially at those lower speeds since they aren't generating enough downforce. You're mostly correct. However, I believe the main reason for weaving is to prevent too much buildup (various debris from the track) getting on the tyres. Weaving helps to get some of the debris off the tyres.

zandor 15y ago
I'm not so sure about that. There is a lot of stuff on track outside the racing line. Especially at the end of the race. The amount of rubber that ends up on the track is just ridiculous. http://www.autocarindia.com/files/images/19_0.jpg http://www.autocarindia.com/files/images/19_0.jpg
- jedc 15y ago
  It's been a LOT worse this year with the Pirelli tires compared to the Bridgestones of last year.
- davej 15y ago
  Yes but the cars dont weave enough to actually go on the rubber debris, besides the debris is only that bad on the corners.