Leclerc takes new energy store for Bahrain GP, that's 50% of his 2023 allocation

Leclerc takes new energy store for Bahrain GP, that's 50% of his 2023 allocation

 

 

 

He did not incur a penalty, but in opting to take a new energy store he has used up 50 percent of his allocation for the year. The energy store is one of six components within a power unit.F1 drivers are allowed to take two new energy stores across the 23-race calendar.Leclerc also used a new control electronics in Bahrain – again, drivers are only permitted two new control electronics per season.’No power, no power!’ Leclerc forced into Bahrain GP retirementBut the first race of the 2023 season turned into a nightmare for Leclerc who was forced to retire with a problem to his new power unit.Related ‘No power, no power!’ Leclerc explains Bahrain GP retirement Verstappen eases to Bahrain win, Alonso passes Hamilton for podium 

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