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The F1 design clues we can learn from Williams’ maiden test
The Grove-based team decided to halt development of the 2023 car early to focus on improvements for the current season. This year, Williams is using a push-rod rear suspension layout instead of the previous pull-rod system after acquiring components from Mercedes. The front of the car also retains a push-rod layout similar to Mercedes and Aston Martin. The FW46 features a wider, flatter nose with a square chin section, and changes to the front wing design. Sidepods have been optimized with an underbite arrangement inspired by Red Bull to increase undercut height. Floor edge and rear wing design follow trends seen across the grid in 2023, with additional features such as curled strakes and a semi-detached tip section on the rear wing. Williams has also kept the upwashing swage line introduced at the Australian Grand Prix for enhanced aerodynamics.
