Formula 1 fights Coronavirus: Four teams will share expertise
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Four Formula 1 teams are going to help in the fight against the Coronavirus reports RaceFans. In doing so, the teams are responding to the call from governments that are asking for help in the technological and technical fields in the fight against the pandemic.
Mercedes, Red Bull, McLaren and Williams
Formula 1 teams are technological organisations with an incredible amount of technical knowledge. All the more reason for various governments to call for help at the factories of these teams in the fight against the coronavirus. After all, all help is welcome.
One of the questions asked was whether the teams could help with the development of ventilators, which are currently desperately needed by those who experience the most severe symptoms of the coronavirus worldwide. Among other things, COVID-19 affects the lungs of patients affected by the virus. Mercedes, Red Bull Racing, McLaren and Williams have promised their help.
Interview between the marketing departments
Through a conference call between the Formula 1 marketing managers and the teams, the subject was discussed. A number of teams agreed with the proposal to help where they can in the global fight against the ever-increasing virus.
This is possible in the coming months because the Formula 1 season is at a standstill, which means that the factories have spare capacity. With their state of the art technical facilities, the factories will be able to assist in the development of other fans, or other devices that are in demand, where necessary.
Other teams also participate
The teams have already started researching how they can help with the development of, for example, medical equipment. The four teams are being helped by the other teams who are also willing to assist where they can.