Thread: Sauber C32 2013 F1 car makes debut

Sauber C32 features a raft of changes from the 2012 car. Following the Ferrari, Lotus and Force India launches last week, Sauber took the wraps of its 2013 F1 contender over the weekend. The Sauber C32 will be driven by Nico Hulkenberg and Esteban Gutierrez.
It features significant cosmetic alterations over the 2012 car including a downward-sloping nose section and much slimmer sidepods. Rearranging the radiators over last year's C31 has resulted in a much narrower rear end. Overall weight has also been reduced to allow for better distribution of ballast, while airflow has been improved around the rear tyres. Chief Designer Matt Morris believes Sauber has exceeded its original targets in the design of the C32.
Mechanically, the C32 again features an engine, gearbox and KERS system from Ferrari. Sauber says the energy recuperation system has been optimised in terms of weight and packaging.
Last year Sauber finished sixth in the Constructors' championship, with 126 points. Sauber team principal Monisha Kaltenborn is optimistic about the team's prospects for 2013. We have a strong platform in place now, on which we are aiming to build and continue our upward curve, she said.