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[YDD] What can you learn from an F1 aero expert? Willem Toet on the pod.
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This week: New Pod Willem Toet | Fun from around the web Hello Reader, For episode 50 (yes!), I had the absolute pleasure of talking with Willem Toet on the podcast. Willem is the former Head of Aerodynamics for the Benetton, Ferrari, BAR, and Sauber F1 teams. In addition to a host of aerodynamic insights and practical suggestions, Willem also shares a bit about his background growing up in Australia. It's fair to say he didn't have the easiest start, but little did he know that when he broke (and then fixed!) the family clock at age 7, it set him on a journey where, in many respects, he's been battling with time as the enemy ever since. This is a great show with lots of insights, practical tips, and advice. Listen - and now watch - part 1 here: https://www.yourdatadriven.com/ep50-willem-toet-on-applying-f1-aero-to-your-car-1-of-2/ Let me know if you like the video format. Good luck staying ahead of the curve, Samir p.s. Thanks to everyone who sent in questions ahead of time. I managed to get in a few so will be looking at ways to do that more in future. Hope you find Willem's answers valuable. Fun from around the web
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