F1 cars are not made to race in city streets and their normal steering angle doesn’t allow them to make the tight hairpin bends.
For the Monaco race teams therefore modify the steering angle from the norm of around 14 degrees to somewhere nearer 20. In order to do this both the upper and lower suspension wishbones must be cut to avoid contact with the wheel rim, as you can see in this Ferrari drawing.
Next Up
Related Articles
F1 CEO Domenicali reflects on 'phenomenal' 2025
PalmerJolyon Palmer picks his stand-out performers in 2025
ExclusiveVesti on life as Mercedes reserve and his F1 plan
Leclerc calls Ferrari’s focus shift to 2026 a ‘no-brainer’
Ferrari confirm launch date for 2026 campaign
The best moments from F1 Secret Santa over the years
