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Mercedes vs Red Bull - Rear end comparison
Mercedes's secrecy about their car's floor triggered the interest of many ahead of winter testing. Though the team were perhaps most clear about it, others similarly tried to not reveal too much about the floors, as this area is where teams had to adapt their designs to comply with the modified regulations without losing too much downforce.
The reduced floor width towards the rear wheels meant teams had to redesign an aerodynamic area that is crucial for the efficiency of the diffuser and management of airflow around the rear wheels. Mercedes for instance have opted to curve the edge of the floor up just in front of the rear wheels, while a set of three covered vertical vanes attempt to...
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