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  • Podcast Episode | 49 min | Documentary, Sport, Talk-Show

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Why F1 'Upgrades' Rarely Do What You Think - Bernie Collins (Season 3, Episode 17)
Podcast Episode | 49 min | Documentary, Sport, Talk-Show
In this episode of the 'Track Limits' Podcast, we are joined in Montreal by Bernie Collins, former Head of Strategy at 'Aston Martin' and now one of the most trusted analytical voices on 'Sky Sports F1' and 'F1TV'. Bernie gives a rare, ...See moreIn this episode of the 'Track Limits' Podcast, we are joined in Montreal by Bernie Collins, former Head of Strategy at 'Aston Martin' and now one of the most trusted analytical voices on 'Sky Sports F1' and 'F1TV'. Bernie gives a rare, honest breakdown of what really happens behind the scenes on the pit wall. From 'Aston Martin's rise and recent struggles, to why upgrades are rarely "magic fixes", to how teams are already shifting focus toward the massive 2026 regulation changes, this conversation pulls back the curtain on modern 'Formula One' strategy. She also shares what it is like attending a Grand Prix as a fan for the first time in years, how her perspective has changed since leaving a team, and why fans often misunderstand decision making during races. The episode dives deep into 'Red Bull's second-seat challenge, 'Ferrari's growing pains with Lewis Hamilton, 'McLaren's internal battles, and why strategy meetings are the most revealing part of a race weekend. This is a must-watch episode for fans who want to understand 'Formula One' beyond the timing screens. *Episode Chapters 00:00 - Intro and Montreal as a fan. 01:45 - Why Bernie loves the Canadian Grand Prix. 03:20 - 'Aston Martin's rise, fall, and internal pressure. 06:40 - Why car performance changes everything for strategy. 09:15 - Keeping drivers motivated during tough seasons. 12:10 - Why upgrades are rarely overnight fixes. 15:40 - When teams truly switch focus to the next car. 19:30 - 'Williams', Carlos Sainz and building long-term momentum. 23:45 - Early thoughts on the 2026 regulation reset. 28:10 - Why 'Mercedes' power units look strong again. 31:30 - What 'Cadillac'faces as a new F1 team. 35:05 - Why 'Red Bull's second seat is so difficult. 40:10 - 'Ferrari', Lewis Hamilton and adapting to a new team. 44:55 - What fans would learn most by seeing behind the scenes. 48:30 - Why strategy meetings are the most revealing. 51:20 - Final rapid fire and season outlook *Must-Watch Moments. -Why strategy becomes brutally hard when the car is not fast. -The truth behind upgrade hype and quoted lap time gains. -Bernie's explanation of 'Red Bull's front-heavy car philosophy. -Why confidence, not pressure, is Lando Norris's biggest challenge. -What fans would really learn by sitting in a strategy meeting. Written by 'Track Limits' & Britrick_c21 See less
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