Virgin VR-01

The Virgin VR-01 is a Formula One motor racing car designed by Nick Wirth for Virgin Racing in the 2010 season.

It is to be driven by former Toyota Racing driver Timo Glock and Brazilian GP2 driver Lucas di Grassi.

The car is the first Formula One racing car designed entirely with computational fluid dynamics.

The car was due to be launched online through the official team website on 3 February 2010, but technical issues prevented the live internet broadcast from taking place.

The car has passed its mandatory Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) crash tests, and completed its first track run at Silverstone on February 4 in the hands of Glock.

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Virgin VR-01 Specs

Chassis carbon-fibre construction monocoque and nosebox

Suspension (front) carbon-fibre wishbones with titanium flexure joints, aluminium alloy uprights, Penske dampers

Suspension (rear) as front

Engine Cosworth CA2010 2,400 cc (146.5 cu in) 90° V8, limited to 18,000 RPM naturally aspirated mid-mounted

Transmission Seven-speed semi-automatic gearbox with reverse gear Aluminium construction, “seamless shift” electronically controlled hydraulic differential

Weight 620 kg (1,367 lb) (including driver)

Tyres Bridgestone / BBS Wheels (front and rear): 13″