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Charles Leclerc spearheads Pirelli’s Revolutionary ‘Crossover’ Wet Tyre Breakthrough

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June 24, 2025
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Charles Leclerc spearheads Pirelli’s Revolutionary ‘Crossover’ Wet Tyre Breakthrough

Jun 15, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, Canada; Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc (16) during the F1 Canadian Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Pirelli Revolutionizes Wet Tyres for F1 2026: A Game-Changer in the Making

In a groundbreaking move set to shake up Formula 1, Pirelli is on the brink of unveiling a revolutionary Wet tyre compound for the 2026 season. Tired of facing criticism over its current wet-weather tyres, Pirelli is now ready to introduce a game-changer that could alter the dynamics of racing in the rain.

The new Wet tyre features a unique “crossover” design, blending the best qualities of traditional rain rubber and Intermediate tyres. This innovative approach aims to address the long-standing issue of drivers’ reluctance to use wet-weather compounds, especially in conditions where rain is present but not extreme.

Pirelli’s Motorsport Manager, Mario Isola, expressed optimism after initial testing of the new compound at Fiorano, with feedback from drivers like Charles Leclerc and Zhou Guanyu proving positive. Isola highlighted the goal of creating a Wet tyre that is not just suitable for safety car periods but can also be used as a competitive race tyre in challenging wet conditions.

One of the key challenges for Pirelli is finding the right balance in lap times across different weather conditions. Data from the testing indicates that the new Wet tyre is currently operating at 118% of a dry lap time, with the target set at 116% or even 115%. The pressure is on for Pirelli to fine-tune the compound and meet the expectations of drivers and teams.

The anticipation surrounding Pirelli’s Wet tyre development comes amidst criticism of its Dry tyres for 2026, with drivers like George Russell already voicing concerns about the performance gap compared to the current tyres in use. As F1 gears up for the new season, all eyes are on Pirelli to deliver a Wet tyre that could be a game-changer in wet-weather racing.

Stay tuned for more updates on Pirelli’s revolutionary Wet tyre compound as the 2026 F1 season approaches.

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