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A number of years ago, F1 introduced a new regulation that saw wind tunnel testing restricted on a sliding scale, based on the Constructors’ Championship. Here’s how each team is shaping up ahead of the new season.
Wind tunnel testing is crucial for Formula 1 teams to stay competitive throughout the season. In 2021, the sport implemented changes to create a more level playing field, where teams finishing higher in the Constructors’ Championship have fewer testing hours for the next season. Red Bull, the two-time teams’ champion, has had less wind tunnel time than its rivals. Despite the restrictions, the team has maintained a front-running position in the last two seasons. This year, Red Bull’s wind tunnel run-time will once again be limited, while Haas, the team that finished last in the championship, will have the most testing hours.
