Grand Prix of China – Hardest Braking Point

The hardest braking point on the Shanghai International Circuit lies at the end of the longest straight, ahead of turn 14. The driver has to decelerate here by 268 km/h over just 161 metres. The calculated brake energy involved is 2,099 kW. In addition, the driver is subjected to 4.9 g, while he pushes with 183 kg onto the brake.