In motorsport, the race doesn't start when the green flag drops.
Preparation begins hours earlier, and recovery starts the moment a driver climbs out of the car.
As modern race cars become faster and cockpit temperatures continue to rise, professional teams have placed a greater emphasis on driver recovery. Managing heat stress between sessions isn't simply about comfort- it can directly impact concentration, reaction time, and physical endurance later in the day.
That's why many of the world's top racing series have adopted dedicated recovery systems like the OMP ONE-V Cooling Vest.
Used by drivers competing in Formula 1, WEC, WRC, Formula E, and FIA Karting, the ONE-V was developed to help drivers recover faster, reduce thermal stress, and prepare for the next stint without the complexity of traditional cooling systems.
Recovery Is Part of Performance
Drivers can lose significant amounts of fluid and experience elevated core temperatures during a race or qualifying session. Even after climbing out of the car, the body continues working to shed excess heat, delaying recovery and increasing fatigue.
The goal of the ONE-V isn't to cool the cockpit- it's to cool the driver.
By helping reduce body temperature between sessions, the vest allows drivers to recover more efficiently before returning to the car, whether that's for another qualifying run, a driver change during an endurance race, or the next session of a track day.
A Different Approach to Driver Cooling
Most cooling systems rely on pumps, batteries, hoses, or frozen inserts to lower body temperature.
The OMP ONE-V takes a remarkably different approach.
At its core is a refillable water-based cooling system that circulates water through an internal network of channels integrated into the vest. Rather than depending on electronics or mechanical components, the system uses a triple-layer heat expulsion design to naturally dissipate heat from the body.
The result is a cooling effect of up to 15°C (59°F) while remaining lightweight, flexible, and incredibly simple to use.
There's no battery to charge, no pump to maintain, and no electronics to fail—just add water and the vest gets to work.
Dry Cooling for Maximum Comfort
One of the biggest drawbacks of traditional cooling garments is moisture.
Wet clothing isn't just uncomfortable- it can make changing into race gear unpleasant and create unnecessary distractions before getting back in the car.
The ONE-V was engineered to avoid that entirely.
Its dry-to-wear construction allows heat to escape while keeping both the inside and outside of the vest dry. This means drivers can wear the vest over fire-resistant underwear or team apparel without soaking their clothing, making it practical for repeated use throughout a race weekend.
It's a small detail that becomes especially valuable during hot summer events or multi-session race weekends.
Designed Around the Race Weekend
Unlike cockpit cooling systems that remain installed in the car, the ONE-V is designed for the moments between driving.
Professional teams commonly use it:
- Between practice and qualifying sessions
- During endurance race driver changes
- While waiting on the pre-grid
- During red flag delays
- Between karting heats
- During paddock recovery after long stints
Its ultra-lightweight construction and integrated stretch side panels allow drivers to move naturally while wearing it, making recovery possible without sacrificing mobility around the paddock.
Trusted at the Highest Levels of Motorsport
Technology developed for Formula 1 often takes years to reach grassroots motorsport.
The ONE-V is already there.
The cooling vest has been adopted by teams competing across Formula 1, World Endurance Championship (WEC), World Rally Championship (WRC), Formula E, E1 Series, and FIA Karting, where managing driver condition can be just as important as managing tire wear or fuel strategy.
That level of professional adoption speaks to a growing recognition throughout motorsport: the driver's physical condition is a performance variable that deserves just as much attention as the car itself.
Simple Technology, Proven Results
One of the most impressive aspects of the ONE-V is its simplicity.
The vest holds between 600 ml and 4 liters of water, depending on the desired cooling duration, and can even be refrigerated before use to enhance its performance in extreme conditions.
After each event, it's fully washable and ready for the next race weekend.
No consumables.
No disposable cooling packs.
No complicated maintenance schedule.
Just a reusable system designed to deliver consistent performance season after season.
Driver Performance Doesn't End at the Checkered Flag
As motorsport continues to evolve, teams are paying closer attention to every factor that influences performance- including what happens between sessions.
The OMP ONE-V Cooling Vest reflects that shift in thinking. Rather than focusing solely on cooling during the race, it addresses the equally important challenge of preparing the driver for what's next.
With its innovative water-based cooling core, triple-layer heat management system, dry-to-wear construction, and widespread use across the world's top racing championships, the ONE-V has become far more than a comfort accessory.
It's another piece of performance equipment- designed not to make the car faster, but to help the person behind the wheel perform at their highest level when it matters most.
