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2006 Renault F1 R26

2006 Renault F1 R26

The 2006 Renault F1 R26 was a Formula 1 race car developed and used by the Renault F1 team during the 2006 Formula One season. The car was driven by defending World Champion Fernando Alonso and his new teammate, Giancarlo Fisichella. The R26 was an evolution of the R25, which had won both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships in 2005.

2006 Renault F1 R26

The R26 featured several new aerodynamic elements, including a revised front wing and a new engine cover. It also featured a new rear wing design which allowed for more downforce and improved stability. The car was powered by a 3.0-litre V10 engine, which produced 890 bhp at 18,000 rpm.

2006 Renault F1 R26

The car was designed by Bob Bell, Pat Symonds and Tim Densham. It featured a new suspension system, which allowed for better grip and improved handling. The R26 also featured a new six-speed semi-automatic gearbox, which was designed to be more reliable and efficient than the previous five-speed unit.

2006 Renault F1 R26

The car made its debut at the 2006 Bahrain Grand Prix, where Alonso finished in third place, behind Michael Schumacher and Felipe Massa. The car went on to win seven races during the season, with Alonso winning four of them. He also secured five pole positions and six podium finishes, as well as leading the championship for most of the season.

2006 Renault F1 R26

The R26 was ultimately beaten to both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships by the Ferrari F248, driven by Michael Schumacher and Felipe Massa. Alonso finished second in the Drivers’ Championship, while Renault finished third in the Constructors’ Championship.

2006 Renault F1 R26

The R26 was replaced by the R27 for the 2007 season. The car was successful and helped Renault to secure their second consecutive Constructors’ Championship.

2006 Renault F1 R26

The 2006 Renault F1 R26 was one of the most successful cars ever produced by the French manufacturer. It was reliable, powerful and had great aerodynamics, making it a strong contender in Formula One.

2006 Renault F1 R26

The R26 was a success for Renault, winning seven races and securing second in the Drivers’ Championship and third in the Constructors’ Championship. It was a significant improvement over the R25 and set the tone for Renault’s future successes in Formula One.

2006 Renault F1 R26

The Renault F1 R26 remains one of the most successful cars ever produced by the French manufacturer. It was reliable, powerful, and had great aerodynamics, making it a strong contender in Formula One.

2006 Renault F1 R26

2006 Renault F1 R26

2006 Renault F1 R26

2006 Renault F1 R26

2006 Renault F1 R26

2006 Renault F1 R26

2006 Renault F1 R26

2006 Renault F1 R26

2006 Renault F1 R26

2006 Renault F1 R26

2006 Renault F1 R26

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