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FIA cracks down on teams' clever steering ploy
The FIA has identified a clever steering design exploited by teams in 2017 which procured a clear aerodynamic advantage, and has subsequently issued a technical directive addressing the issue. The technical stratagem, according to FIA race director Charlie Whiting, involved a combination of suspension and steering which lowered a car's front ride height while cornering, which in turn induced an aero benefit and therefore extra grip. The controversial topic was discussed at an FIA Technical Regulations meeting in London, with several teams offering differing views on the subject of the impact on aerodynamics of front suspension movement. While Red Bull pleaded for freedom of development of...
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