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iRacing.com – First Williams FW31 Footage

Posted on July 30th, 2010 in iRacing

iRacing.com has released the second episode of their iRacing.tv show, featuring first ever moving footage of the Williams FW31 Formula One car.

The episode includes an interview with iRacing vehicle dynamics engineer Eric Hudec who talks about his experience working with the Williams Formula One team. You can watch the episode here, the Williams FW31 bit starts at 20:40.

Driven by Nico Rosberg & Kazuki Nakajima, the FW31 was powered by a Toyota V8-engine and was one of the first cars to make use of the controversial rear diffusor in the early parts of the 2009 season. Rosberg managed to clinch 34.5 championship points, helping Williams to a 7th place in the manufacturers championship.

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