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The NTT IndyCar series has detailed a new addition to cars competing in the Indianapolis 500 that should help reduce severity of crashes. New carbon fiber flaps will be installed on all cars on top of the bodywork that sits just ahead of the rear wheels. These flaps, which are nearly as wide as the […]
The NTT IndyCar series has introduced new carbon fiber flaps on cars competing in the Indianapolis 500 to minimize crash severity. The flaps, installed ahead of the rear wheels, can lift up in high-speed spins to disrupt airflow and prevent cars from becoming airborne. Dallara collaborated on this safety update, decreasing the risk of cars lifting off by around nine percent. The new brake configuration from Performance Friction Corporation aims to provide drivers with more predictable and responsive braking, especially helpful in slowing down for pit lane entrances. With these advancements, drivers can expect better control and safety as they race at speeds exceeding 230 MPH around the iconic 2.5-mile oval in May.
