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Alonso: F1’s ground effect cars can be ‘confusing’
The 2022 technical rule changes have shifted the focus on the aerodynamics of the car, with the underside becoming more important for generating downforce. As a result, teams have struggled with porpoising and bouncing, and the competitive order has been unpredictable. Aston Martin, McLaren, Ferrari, and Mercedes have all had moments of being the second-fastest team throughout the season, indicating a lack of consistency on different types of circuits. According to Fernando Alonso, the new era of machinery is more difficult to set up and understand, making it challenging to provide feedback to the team. The cars can be sensitive to setup changes, with a narrow operating window and a complex relationship between aerodynamics, suspension, and mechanical grip.
