Magnussen: "Everyone is using their experience better and better"

Kevin Magnussen believes that Haas' progress during the 2018 season has come down to experience in and understanding of Formula One which has propelled the team to a higher level. Haas is currently fifth in the constructor standings but is looking to take fourth from Renault, just eight points behind them.

Speaking ahead of the US Grand Prix, Magnussen said that the team has learned from previous mistakes and is building a strong level in which to build from in 2019

“I think there are a couple of things that stand out this year,” he told Motorsport Week.

“One of them is, obviously, just experience. The team has been growing every year.

“Everyone is using their experience better and better, while at the same time, gaining more experience.

“I also think the quality of our car, in terms of the actual build of our car, is much better.

“We’re better able to put the car on track that we intended to, and not have little errors or faults in the production of the car.

“That quality is a lot better this year, and I think that contributes as well to the performance.

Magnussen also detailed how the team has now gained insight into how to work the often crucial Pirelli tyres much better since joining the sport in 2016.

“Our tyre knowledge has improved a lot. In Formula 1, Pirelli tyres are very tricky, and our management and understanding has improved a lot this year.

“I would say those are the main things regarding our growth this year.”