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Pirelli 'to strengthen tyres' - Report
LONDON, July 02, 2013 (AFP) - Pirelli is to strengthen its tyres for the German Grand Prix after a series of dangerous blow-outs at Silverstone that led to calls for urgent action, the BBC reported on Tuesday. The broadcaster said on its website that the Italian manufacturer would make the rear tyres' internal belt with the high-strength synthetic fibre Kevlar instead of the usual steel to reduce temperatures and the risk of punctures. The BBC did not quote sources for its story but said that Pirelli was expected to announce the changes later on Tuesday. Only the rear tyres will be changed for Sunday's race, although a complete change would be introduced for the...
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