The McLaren team has decided to postpone the evaluation of its new low-drag rear wing package, which it intended to test during the Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring circuit. This decision comes after an internal evaluation of the product, which will require further development before hitting the track.
Initially, the team had planned for Lando Norris to test the Ferrari ‘Macarena’-inspired wing during practice sessions. Now, McLaren has determined that a failure in this component could affect practice time, which justifies the postponement of its introduction until after the British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
The ‘Macarena’ wing features a different activation mechanism for the upper flap during straight-line mode. Unlike the conventional drag reduction system, this wing rotates the entire flap to enhance the drag reduction effect. However, this innovative system requires considerable work to ensure its reliability in competitive conditions.
Lando Norris has acknowledged the complexity of developing a component of this nature while expressing enthusiasm for the innovation it represents. According to him, it is crucial to resolve technical details before moving forward, as the system can affect tire dynamics and aerodynamic loading when entering corners.
With only one hour of practice available during a sprint weekend, it is unlikely that McLaren will be able to implement the new wing at Silverstone. This means that it is probable that we won’t see it again until the Belgian Grand Prix.
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