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Red Bull’s sidepod intricacies begin to emerge in Bahrain F1 test
Red Bull’s new sidepod design for the RB20 has sparked much interest and discussion during the launch season, particularly due to the shift towards a more minimalist approach. The vertical opening in the sidepod is a notable departure from their previous concept and is reminiscent of past Mercedes designs. This change coincides with Red Bull’s rivals adopting designs similar to those used by the world champion team. The RB20’s revised design, featuring an overbite instead of a high inlet and underbite element, suggests a potential performance advantage. The intricacies of the new inlet system, with both a vertical chassis side channel and a main inlet under the overbite, add to the aerodynamic complexity of the car. Red Bull’s adaptation to the new regulations for additional driver cooling apertures also showcases their attention to detail in maximizing performance.
