Soft tire strategy

A soft tire strategy in racing involves using tires with a higher grip level, which provide better traction and faster lap times, especially at the start. However, these tires wear out more quickly, so teams carefully plan when to switch to harder tires that last longer but offer less grip. The goal is to maximize performance by balancing quick, aggressive laps early on with more durable tires later, depending on race conditions and timing of pit stops. Essentially, it’s about optimizing tire performance to gain a competitive edge throughout the race.