"F1 Teams Tackle Mexico's Cooling Challenge; Verstappen Dominates FP1 with Albon and Perez Close Behind"

Formula 1 teams have made significant modifications to their cars for the Mexican Grand Prix to address the cooling challenges posed by the high altitude and reduced air density. Red Bull, Ferrari, Alpine, McLaren, AlphaTauri, Haas, and Williams have all introduced new parts to enhance cooling, such as enlarged louvres, expanded coke panel exits, and redesigned engine covers. Alfa Romeo, Mercedes, and Aston Martin did not introduce any new parts. Ferrari is confident in its existing engine cover but has a backup option if needed. The teams anticipate temperature management challenges during the race, particularly in traffic, but feel better prepared compared to last year.