By James Broughton, July 21, 2025
Formula One–focused YouTube channel Driver61 explores the secrets behind F1 braking systems—and, as you’d expect from a high-performance sport, a single braking system can cost up to £100,000. Did you know that under heavy braking, an F1 brake can reach temperatures of 1,000 degrees Celsius—the same as molten lava?
This video offers a fascinating look into the engineering and theory behind one of the most complex yet often overlooked components in a Formula One car.
