But as teams begin evaluating what changes to make for next year, Renault has revealed that it is considering a shift of focus in how it prioritises single lap pace over long run form.
Renault F1 managing director Cyril Abiteboul has said the outfit is weighing up whether concentrating on a car that is best for qualifying rather than a car which can look after its tyres in the race could be a better option.
Cyril Abiteboul: “If you want to prioritise qualifying over the race you change your gear ratio.”