Gabriel Bortoleto explains F1 driving tricks, F2 v F1, steering wheels + driving in the pit lane episode artwork

EPISODE · Oct 16, 2025 · 27 MIN

Gabriel Bortoleto explains F1 driving tricks, F2 v F1, steering wheels + driving in the pit lane

from F1 Explains · host Formula 1

What does ‘lift and coast’ mean and why do drivers use this technique? How do they reduce their speed under a Virtual Safety Car? Why do they use a different engine mode when driving in the pitlane? And what do the buttons on an F1 steering wheel do? Sauber’s Gabriel Bortoleto joins Christian Hewgill in the paddock at the United States Grand Prix to answer your questions.Gabriel also reveals what has surprised him the most about teammate Nico Hulkenberg, how he feels about racing his manager Fernando Alonso on track and the differences between F2 and F1 cars.Have your question answered on the podcastSend your voice notes and emails to [email protected]'s All To Drive For in 2025. Be there!Book your seat for a Grand Prix this season at tickets.formula1.comListen to more official F1 podcastsIn-depth interviews with the stars of Formula 1 on F1 Beyond The GridExpert reaction before and after every Grand Prix on F1 Nation

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Oct 16, 2025

Embed this episode

NOW PLAYING

Gabriel Bortoleto explains F1 driving tricks, F2 v F1, steering wheels + driving in the pit lane

0:00 27:41

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of F1 Explains?

This episode is 27 minutes long.

When was this F1 Explains episode published?

This episode was published on October 16, 2025.

Can I download this F1 Explains episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!