{"product_id":"front-carbon-fiber-track-rods-set-_-sauber-c18-f1-1999","title":"Front Carbon-Fiber Track Rods Set _ Sauber C18 F1 - 1999","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eF1 Race-Used Part for Sale                                                                         \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eItem:\u003c\/b\u003e Front Carbon-Fiber Track Rods Set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front carbon track rods on the Sauber C18 were a key part of the car’s steering system during the 1999 Formula 1 season. Made from high-modulus carbon fiber composites, these components connected the steering rack to the front uprights, transmitting steering inputs with minimal compliance. By reducing unsprung mass and increasing both torsional and bending stiffness, Sauber improved steering precision and maintained consistent toe geometry under high lateral and longitudinal loads. This resulted in more predictable front-end behavior during turn-in and braking phases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, Sauber was among the midfield teams adopting carbon fiber steering elements at the end of the 1990s, following the lead of frontrunners like Ferrari and McLaren. The move marked a step toward fully optimized suspension assemblies, where every gram saved and every increase in rigidity contributed to improved mechanical grip and overall chassis performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCar\/Engine:\u003c\/b\u003e Sauber C18                                                                       \u003cb\u003eTeam:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eRed Bull Sauber Petronas                                                       \u003cb\u003eDrives: \u003c\/b\u003eJean Alesi \u0026amp; Pedro Diniz                                                       \u003cb\u003eSeason: \u003c\/b\u003e1999\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Race-used\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocation:\u003c\/b\u003e Belgium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping:\u003c\/b\u003e Additional (not included)                                                     \u003cb\u003eNote\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003ci\u003e Colors may vary slightly due to lighting and screen settings.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eContact:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@insidethemotorsport.com\"\u003einfo@insidethemotorsport.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e                                     Instagram:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/insidethemotorsport\/\"\u003e@insidethemotorsport\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/b\u003e These parts are also sold elsewhere – Please email first to confirm availability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/b\u003e All parts sold by \u003ci\u003eInside The Motorsport\u003c\/i\u003e are intended solely for motorsport use. Due to their specialized nature and conditions of use, no warranty is provided.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Inside The Motorsport","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56131803283721,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0665\/3598\/1321\/files\/aPhotoroom_20250912_152056.jpg?v=1757688167","url":"https:\/\/eshop.insidethemotorsport.com\/en-it\/products\/front-carbon-fiber-track-rods-set-_-sauber-c18-f1-1999","provider":"Inside The Motorsport","version":"1.0","type":"link"}