The FIA has taken a closer look at flexible front wings in the early part of the current Formula 1 season, as Formula 1 teams are said to have pushed the envelope. Motorsport.com knows that the FIA intends to take action against these tricks. The federation sent a document called ‘TD018’ to teams ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix in which the FIA says it believes manufacturers are using ‘deliberately designed local compliance areas’ and ‘relative movements between adjacent components’ to significantly improve aerodynamic performance.
Intensification of Inspections
The FIA, the International Automobile Federation, has put the flexible front wings used by several teams in the current Formula 1 season under the magnifying glass. According to Motorsport.com, the FIA is determined to intervene against practices deemed outside the regulatory limits .
Document TD018 and the Allegations
Ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, the FIA issued a document, known as ‘TD018’, to all participating teams. In this document, the federation argues that some manufacturers use “intentionally designed local compliance zones” and “relative movements between neighboring components” to obtain a significant aerodynamic advantage.
Implications for the Championship
The flexible front wings are a key element in the aerodynamic performance of the single-seaters. If the FIA were to actually intervene, this could lead to a substantial overhaul of the teams’ strategies and even changes to the standings. It’s a sensitive issue that could impact the entire league.
2023-08-30 10:35:25
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