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Secrecy and innovation have been key parts of recent Red Bull F1 launches – so its reveal of a bona fide RB20, with ideas similar to ones Mercedes has now abandoned, was hugely surprising. Our video looks at that in more detail
Red Bull’s strategy of secrecy and innovation has been evident throughout the Formula 1 pre-season schedule, particularly since the ground effect era began in 2022. The reveal of the 2024 Red Bull car, which bore similarities to Mercedes’ abandoned ideas, came as a surprise to many, including the team’s drivers. This shift in concept has raised questions about whether rival teams will now recognize the validity of their concerns about Red Bull’s RB20 model. The new features on the 2024 car have been examined in our video, highlighting the opportune timing of Red Bull’s decision to break from tradition and showcase the vehicle. This move successfully shifted focus away from controversies surrounding team principal Christian Horner, allowing the striking details of the RB20 to shine.
