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The Ultimate Guide to Formula 1 Telemetry
From team secrets to fan tools – here’s how F1 data works, and how you can use it.
Formula 1 Telemetry Explained: From Pit Wall to Plot Lines
Telemetry in Formula 1 is the nervous system of the car. Every throttle press, steering twitch, and gear shift sends data to engineers — both at the track and thousands of kilometers away. But telemetry isn’t just for teams. Thanks to platforms like t1f1.com, it’s now a window into the soul of F1 for fans, analysts, and creators alike.
In this guide, we break down:
- What F1 telemetry actually is
- How it powers decisions in real time
- How Turn One makes it accessible for everyone
TL;DR? Jump straight into our telemetry generator to compare drivers and races interactively.
What is Telemetry in Formula 1?
Telemetry is the real-time (and post-session) collection and transmission of data from a Formula 1 car to the pit wall and team HQ. It includes:
- Speed and RPM
- Throttle and brake pressure
- Gear shifts
- Tire pressures and temperatures
- Fuel consumption
- Steering angle
- Suspension and ride height data
Each F1 car has over 300 sensors constantly feeding back information.
How Do Teams Use Telemetry During a Race Weekend?
Friday – Free Practice
- Validate upgrades and setups
- Analyze tire degradation patterns
- Simulate fuel runs and qualifying pace
Saturday – Qualifying
- Pinpoint where drivers gain or lose time
- Compare laps internally
- Adjust brake bias and engine modes
Sunday – The Race
- Live fuel calculations
- DRS usage and top speed comparisons
- Alert drivers of cooling, tire temp or brake issues
- Plan undercuts, overcuts, or switch strategies mid-race
Real-world example: In the 2023 Hungarian GP, telemetry helped Mercedes switch Hamilton to a three-stop strategy that gained him two places late in the race.
Reading a Telemetry Graph: What Do All Those Lines Mean?
Understanding a telemetry graph might feel like decoding The Matrix — but don’t worry, it’s not sorcery (just science). Each line represents a different input from the driver or a parameter from the car, and when overlaid with another driver’s data, you get a direct, visual comparison of style, pace, and decision-making. You’ll start seeing patterns: who’s braking later, who’s more aggressive on throttle, who steers with precision, and where time is being won or lost.
With just a few plots, you can spot:
- Who’s faster on corner entry or exit
- Where lift-and-coast is being used
- The tiniest brake or throttle adjustments that change everything
Think of telemetry like a racing lie detector — it shows what the stopwatch alone can’t.
How You Can Use Turn One’s Telemetry Tools
On t1f1.com/telemetry, you can:
- Pick any session from the season (FP1, FP2, FP3, Q, SQ, S or R)
- Choose drivers and compare laps side by side
- View speed traces, throttle/brake overlays, gear shifts, and more
- Embed graphs or share them with your audience
Want to see how Alonso defends with minimal braking? Or how Sainz builds exit speed? You don’t need team access — we’ve got it plotted.
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Our news section breaks down:
- Qualifying surprises
- Strategy blunders
- Telemetry breakdowns after each event on every race weekend
Plus we feature major headlines, driver transfers, and tech updates from the FIA and F1.com.
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- Use our telemetry generator to dig into the data
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- Dive into race breakdowns and example analyses
Turn One F1 brings race data to life. This is Formula 1 beyond the broadcast. Are you ready to plug in?
