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An update to IndyCar’s spec Universal Aero Kit 18 bodywork appeared during the February 26-27 test at Sebring International Raceway that will get used at every road and street course race. Designed…
During the February 26-27 test at Sebring International Raceway, an update was introduced to IndyCar’s spec Universal Aero Kit 18 bodywork, which will be utilized at every road and street course race. The updated bodywork features LED light strips installed in the rear wing endplates to provide trailing drivers with better visual cues when racing in the rain and dealing with spray. These updated endplates were designed by chassis maker Dallara in response to feedback from drivers regarding visibility issues caused by the central spar of the aeroscreen’s halo. Each Dallara DW12 chassis heading to Round 1 at St. Petersburg now includes rear wing endplate LEDs and LEDs on the attenuator crash structure to enhance visibility in wet conditions. While currently serving as rain lights, the LEDs are not planned to do more than that until IndyCar introduces its energy recover system this summer. Additionally, the previous non-LED rear wing endplates have been approved for use at high-downforce short ovals on the IndyCar calendar, where races are not held in rainy conditions.
