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Aerodynamics in Formula 1 will become much simpler next season, as the sport's chiefs have approved changes in a bid to improve overtaking. In 2017, aerodynamic regulations changed the amount of downforce the cars produced, making them much faster in the corners.
However, drivers complained about how difficult it was to follow another car due to the increase in the dirty air the cars were producing. Now however, the cars will have changes once again to the aerodynamics for the 2019 season, which are as follows;
- Simplified front wing, with a larger span, and low outwash potential
- Simplified front brake duct with no winglets
- A wider and deeper rear wing
The discussions have been completely separate from the ongoing talks surrounding engine regulations for the 2021 season. F1's managing director of motorsports Ross Brawn says that the decision to simplify aero regulations is an important step.
"The decision of the Strategy Group and the F1 Commission taken yesterday, sanctioned by the FIA World Motor Sport Council, to approve a number of aerodynamic modifications, aimed at promoting closer racing and more overtaking for the 2019 season is definitely an important step.
"It’s also important to note that the decision has been taken after an intense period of research into the FIA’s proposals, which were made with the support of Formula 1 and, conducted by a majority of the teams. A good spirit, a good way of working together for a better and more spectacular Formula 1, which is what the FIA, Formula 1, the Teams, and most importantly, the fans want."
Fergal Walsh
Grand Prix of Belgium
G. Zhou
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Im not really sure what I think of these rule changes. I suppose they might be good, but so far only Melbourne was a bad showing so far, the rest, while maybe not overtake heavy, had high quality overtakes, and I take quality over quantity anytime. The problem is that they might overstep and make... [Read more]