F1 teams face tougher tests to stop flexible rear wings which could give an advantage
- A tougher new rear wing deflection test will be introduced from the Chinese Grand Prix in F1 2025, as announced by the FIA.
- The FIA will reduce the allowable variation for rear wings from 2mm to 0.5mm, with a tolerance of 0.25mm for the upcoming Grand Prix in Shanghai.
- This decision aims to prevent teams from gaining a speed advantage through flexible rear wings, according to the FIA's statement.
- The FIA used footage from the Australian Grand Prix practice sessions to justify the need for a stricter test.
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F1 teams face tougher tests to stop flexible rear wings which could give an advantage
PARIS (AP) — Formula 1's governing body will use stricter tests starting at this week's Chinese Grand Prix to stop teams using rear wings which could potentially bend at speed to give a pace advantage.
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