Why do race cars shoot flames from the exhaust, but F1 cars never do?
A technical explainer on why many racing categories produce spectacular exhaust flames while Formula 1 cars never display this phenomenon. The answer lies in the fundamental differences in engine design, fuel management and turbo systems.
Source: Marca, February 25, 2026
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