Rear Wing
FIA clears Ferrari's radical rear wing for F1 use
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The FIA has approved Ferrari's innovative rear wing design trialed during pre-season testing in Bahrain. Team principal Fred Vasseur expressed satisfaction with the team's mileage and data collection, while highlighting the importance of ongoing development. Ferrari also demonstrated strong race starts thanks to a smaller turbo in their power unit.
Ferrari unveiled a rotating rear wing for its 2026 Formula 1 car during pre-season testing in Bahrain, featuring a 180-degree flip mechanism. The design integrates an actuator into the endplate, echoing a controversial element from Mercedes' 2011 car. The FIA has approved the solution under the new regulations aimed at reducing drag.
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Ferrari introduced a novel rear wing design during the second day of Formula 1's 2026 pre-season testing in Bahrain, where the upper flap rotates over 180 degrees to an upside-down position. The innovation, tested with Lewis Hamilton driving, aims to reduce drag while maintaining downforce in corners. Officials and rivals have noted its legality and creativity, though it remains a test item.