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A modern Formula 1 car can go from 0 to 100 km/h and back to 0 in under 5 seconds — blink and it’s already parked; your jaw needs a recovery lap.

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Formula 1 cars combine extreme acceleration with equally extreme braking thanks to high downforce, lightweight materials, and carbon-ceramic brakes. Under ideal conditions with warm tires and good grip, their braking performance can rival their acceleration, making the full 0–100–0 sprint astonishingly quick.

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A modern Formula 1 car can go from 0 to 100 km/h and back to 0 in under 5 seconds — blink and it’s already parked; your jaw needs a recovery lap. | SmartAss Facts