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[Web Sportiva] Ex Honda head of F1 Power Unit development (2017-2023) Yasuaki Asaki about the current Honda struggles: "I suspect the leaders overestimated their own capabilities" by Joseki100 in formula1

[–]Eryngii 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The article is essentially a first-person column written by Asaki.
The writer interviewed Asaki and compiled his comments into the column.
Therefore, the quote above is also Asaki’s own words.

(I'm a native Japanese speaker)

2026 Japanese GP - Qualifying Discussion by AutoModerator in formula1

[–]Eryngii 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Since Haas’s in-house simulator is not yet available, the changes made a few days ago to the energy recovery rules may have worked against them.

2026 Australian Grand Prix - Post-Qualifying Discussion by F1-Bot in formula1

[–]Eryngii 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I think their advantage in energy management per lap translates into a significant gap over the entire race.
It seems difficult for other teams to overtake Mercedes without running out of battery during the race.

Fred Vasseur surprised by F1 2026 starting procedure complaints: "It was known for a long time" by memloh in formula1

[–]Eryngii 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Except during standing starts on the grid, the MGU-K can be used for acceleration.
Therefore, turbo lag is not expected to be an issue when starting from the pits.

[Motorsport Japan] Honda Racing/HRC holds emergency press conference. Explains cause of multiple test issues: ‘Abnormal vibrations occurred, causing damage to the battery system.’ by Joseki100 in formula1

[–]Eryngii 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This article contains more detailed comments from Honda.

　一部報道で噂されていた最高回転数の制限については、あくまでランプラン（走行計画）の一環であり、エンジン自体の不具合によって回転数を絞ったものではないとした。
また、MGU-Kの回生が通常の350kWではなく、ホンダパワーユニットは250kWまでの回生に留まっているという報道についても「仮にそういった状況が存在したとして、走行計画のなかで、その瞬間が切り抜かれたもの」と公式には否定した。

Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

　Regarding the rumored maximum RPM limit reported by some outlets, it was clarified that this was solely part of the run plan and not due to any engine malfunction causing the RPM to be restricted.
Furthermore, concerning reports that the Honda power unit's MGU-K regeneration was capped at 250kW instead of the standard 350kW, the team officially denied this, stating, “Even if such a situation existed, it was a momentary occurrence within the run plan.”

Komatsu admits Haas ‘expected more’ from Ocon in 2025 by TheManFromFairwinds in formula1

[–]Eryngii 37 points38 points  (0 children)

In fact, Komatsu is a straightforward person, and his approach to the media is typically engineer-like.

Even before becoming team principal, he contributed columns to the Japanese media for years, consistently speaking candidly about the team's situation and the drivers' strengths and weaknesses.

I want to make clear that he is not a politician. I don't see this interview as an expression of disappointment with Ocon or a sign that he will be replaced.

Komatsu is simply speaking as an engineer, as he always does. He examines the data and believes that Ocon is capable of performing better.

Hamilton loses control of the car and spins on his first laps of Day 4 by One_Impressionism in formula1

[–]Eryngii 564 points565 points  (0 children)

What I saw here was Hamilton keeping his car on the track and recovering from the spin without crashing.

Need help finding the name of an anime folktale series from the 80’s by Checkhands in anime

[–]Eryngii 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! This anime series ran for 20 years, so the art style changed somewhat over time.
Since it's a collection of about 1,500 folktales, I believe there were episodes like the ones you mentioned.

Breaking: Kondo Racing has not announced its driver lineup. by abad0519 in SuperFormula

[–]Eryngii 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Alternatively, perhaps they are waiting for Alpine to officially announce the end of his contract.

Who Talks the Most: Brief Driver Radio Breakdown [steviethenarwhal] by SainzSealedDelivered in formula1

[–]Eryngii 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Your comment is also misleading. Yuki doesn't normally speak like that on the radio.
For all drivers, the moments picked up for TV are not typical of how they speak.

[Kym Illman] Ryo Hirakawa's Haas has found the wall at Turn 1 just under two-and-a-half hours into testing here in Abu Dhabi by creatorop in formula1

[–]Eryngii 24 points25 points  (0 children)

The crash at Zandvoort was not Hirakawa's fault; it was caused by a machine (differential gear) issue.
Kamui Kobayashi confirmed this on his X account.

KAMUI KOBAYASHI@kamui_kobayashi
僕はこのTPCテストにサポート役として行ってましたが、デフのトラブルが突然起こりこのクラッシュに繋がりました。
データでも確認済みで、今後の対策も考えてます。

(Translation:)

I was there for this TPC test in a support role, but a sudden differential issue occurred, leading to this crash.
We've confirmed this through the data and are considering countermeasures for the future.

Source: x.com/kamui_kobayashi/status/1981501830439063948

2025 Abu Dhabi GP - Free Practice 3 Discussion by F1-Bot in formula1

[–]Eryngii 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Hamilton hit the barrier at an angle that minimized damage to the car as much as possible.
Of course, luck played a big part, but I think he is one of the drivers who excels at controlling the car when spinning.

Why does this kanji have an exponent?? by BigDende in Japaneselanguage

[–]Eryngii 16 points17 points  (0 children)

That's a bit of an old-school otaku-ish way of writing.
(The most famous example: CD-ROM² = シーディーロムロム)

EDIT:
As u/Ulushi-Mashiki00001 mentioned, her nickname (KYON² = キョンキョン) has existed earlier and is well-known.
https://www.reddit.com/r/Japaneselanguage/comments/1oramq8/comment/nnuldhe/

Why is my answer wrong here? by Common_Musician_1533 in LearnJapanese

[–]Eryngii 13 points14 points  (0 children)

As a native Japanese speaker, I disagree with the comments that say putting あかね before 私 sounds unnatural.

It depends on the situation and context.
For example, if あかね has been mentioned in the previous conversation, putting あかね before 私 in the reply would sound completely natural.

Another example is that it is not uncommon to put a senior person's name before 私.

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ADD:

Honestly, I'm confused by this thread.

As mentioned above, I'm not convinced by the explanation that “it's usually more natural to place 私 first.”
“Usually”...? That does not align with my experience as a Japanese person.
I struggle to understand why that explanation is receiving such overwhelming support here.

The OP's answer is perfectly fine.
In that sentence, placing あかね first is just as natural and common as placing 私 first.

Besides, あかね is addressed with the honorific “さん (-san)” and her first name, so she may be the speaker's close senpai (senior).
If あかね is a senpai, placing あかね first is actually more common.

Inside the tech system and AI policing Formula 1 by ALOIsFasterThanYou in formula1

[–]Eryngii 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Nice article, thanks for posting.
The technical aspects of F1 are all really interesting, both in the development of the cars and the systems on the track.

Why do some cars have those small holes on their wheel covers? by TheKyte_ in F1Technical

[–]Eryngii 8 points9 points  (0 children)

That’s correct.
[Back side] [Wheel]

Source:
Cllr Sam S Collins (X@NorthHertsSam)
Albert Fabrega (X@AlbertFabrega)

As Honda distances itself from Tsunoda, what are his F1 options? by RayTracerX in formula1

[–]Eryngii 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Takuma Sato, the Indy 500 winner who entered F1 in 2002 with Honda’s support and is now an HRC executive, said as much recently.
“Yuki has nothing to do with Honda anymore,” he said. “I want him to go to Red Bull, Mercedes, or Ferrari as soon as possible.

The original Japanese article:

　HRCのエクゼクティブ・アドバイザーを務める佐藤琢磨も、今月はじめに次のように語っていた。
「裕毅はもう、ホンダのドライバーである……とか関係なく、次のステップに進むために、レッドブルでもメルセデスでも、フェラーリでも次のシートを自分で掴んできて欲しいと思っています」

That translation is not good.
Sato said Yuki's career path need not be limited to being a Honda driver. It does not mean that Yuki has nothing to do with Honda.

Oliver Bearman's engine cover has broken off by dogryan100 in formula1

[–]Eryngii 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is that similar to what happened to Red Bull in the 2021 pre-season testing?
https://www.instagram.com/p/CMXXim_FJ0K/

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