8:52 – GPUpdate.net’s mid-season review series continues with Haas, which has made gradual gains in its sophomore season, following the recruitment of Kevin Magnussen to partner incumbent Romain Grosjean.
Haas: 6.5/10
Championship: 7th
WCC points: 29
Best race: 6th (1 x GRO)
Best qualifying: 6th (1 x GRO)
Fastest laps: 0
Qualifying duel: GRO 7 – 4 MAG
Haas acquitted itself well during its maiden campaign, albeit hamstrung by inconsistency and an over-reliance on one driver. This year, it has avoided the dreaded sophomore slump, and while it has not made monumental gains, it has done a commendable job considering the task posed by the introduction of major technical changes.