R&D upgrades are key in F1 24 Career Mode to have a competitive car and to contend for both the driver’s and constructor’s championships. So, here’s everything you need to know about F1 24 R&D including best car upgrades, how to get Resource Points, and more.
EA Sports added many new features in F1 24 such as a new Dynamic Handling system, a new game mode, and an overhaul to the traditional Career Mode. This game mode received some fresh additions, and others underwent changes like the Resource and Develop feature.
The R&D is crucial to having a competitive car in F1 24 Career Mode, so take a look at the upgrades you should prioritize in F1 24.
- How to get Resource Points in F1 24 Career Mode
Best F1 24 Career Mode R&D car upgrades
Every time you race in F1 24 Career Mode, you’ll earn Resource Points that you can spend on upgrades for your car in the R&D section, boosting its performance on the track.
Here’s a list of the must-pick upgrade options in F1 24 Career Mode:
- Aerodynamics
- Powertrain
- Durability
- Chassis
EA SportsYou can choose to improve your car with Aerodynamics, Chassis, Powertrain, and Durability upgrades.
Aerodynamics is everything in F1 24 Career Mode, so prioritizing upgrades in this area will be crucial for your car to gain the necessary downforce to tackle any corner and overtake opponents more easily using DRS.
In the second place, we suggest Powertrain upgrades, as you won’t be able to secure good qualifying positions or overtake opponents during the race if your engine lacks the necessary power.
The Durability of engine components is almost as important as Powertrain upgrades. You shouldn’t overlook improving this aspect, as better durability will prevent you from exceeding the limit of component changes allowed in a season and receiving penalties.
Last but not least are Chassis upgrades. These upgrades will help you better distribute the weight and balance of the car, significantly improving both braking performance and tire lifespan.
How to get Resource Points in F1 24 Career Mode
The best way to earn Resource Points (RP) in F1 24 Career Mode is by winning races. While it’s the most effective method, it may not be the easiest. So here are some other ways to earn RPs in F1 24.
Complete Session Programmes during practice sessions to earn an extra 300 Resources Points. In each Grand Prix, you have three practice sessions to master the three Session Programmes. However, there might be fewer practice sessions depending on the chosen configuration before starting Career Mode.
EA SportsComplete Session Programmes and earn 300 extra RPs in F1 24 Career Mode.
Another way to earn RPs is by completing Specialists’ objectives. As you complete objectives, you’ll not only earn RP but also level up with that Specialist, unlocking perks that will help you in R&D.
F1 24 Career Mode: All Specialists & Perks
In F1 24, there are six Specialists who will give you objectives in exchange for RPs and experience with that Specialist. Take a look at all the Specialists in F1 24 Career Mode and the perks you can unlock.
| Specialist | Perks |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing Expert | – Failure chance of all upgrades reduced by 10% (Unlocked at Level 1) – Failure chance of all upgrades reduced by 20% (Unlocked at Level 2) – Failure chance of all upgrades reduced by 30% (Unlocked at Level 3) |
| Wind Tunnel Engineer | – Aero upgrade time reduced by 15% (Unlocked at Level 1) – Aero component costs reduced by 15% (Unlocked at Level 2) – Double the effectiveness of the previous perks (Unlocked at Level 3) |
| Power Unit Consultant | – Powertrain upgrade time reduced by 15% (Unlocked at Level 1) – Powertrain component costs reduced by 15% (Unlocked at Level 2) – Double the effectiveness of the previous perks (Unlocked at Level 3) |
| Material Fabrication Planner | – Chassis upgrade time reduced by 15% (Unlocked at Level 1) – Chassis component costs reduced by 15% (Unlocked at Level 2) – Double the effectiveness of the previous perks (Unlocked at Level 3) |
| Quality Assurance Tester | – Durability upgrade time reduced by 15% (Unlocked at Level 1) – Durability component costs reduced by 15% (Unlocked at Level 2) – Double the effectiveness of the previous perks (Unlocked at Level 3) |
| Strategy Analyst | – Practice Programme RP rewards increased by 30% (Unlocked at Level 1) – Practice Programme RP rewards increased by 60% (Unlocked at Level 2) – Practice Programme RP rewards increased by 100% (Unlocked at Level 3) |
All in all, that’s everything you need to know about R&D in F1 24 Career Mode, including the best upgrades to add to your car, how to earn extra Resource Points, and everything about the Specialists.
Remember, if you’re looking for more realism in F1 24, you can deactivate all handling assists on your controller or steering wheel, as well as configure your VR device to feel more immersed in the experience of driving a Red Bull or Ferrari.
