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Does the new Red Bull have the 2026 equivalent of a ‘zeropod’ and a blown diffuser? Here’s Gary Anderson’s take on the details we can see
The new 2026 Red Bull made its debut on the track at Barcelona, with Isack Hadjar setting the fastest time, although significantly slower compared to last year’s Formula 1 cars. Starting from scratch is essential for any new car development. Limited images of the car reveal differences in the sidepod size and upper surface detail compared to initial renders, possibly hinting at a ‘zero sidepod’ approach, though not entirely. The radiator intake design remains similar to other cars. Red Bull’s RB22 features a standard pushrod front suspension, notable for its separation of lower wishbone and trackrod components for improved airflow efficiency. The bargeboards and airflow management around the sidepod and floor area indicate a focus on generating downforce. The rear suspension continues with pushrod operation, with potential innovations in the floor design for improved aerodynamic performance.
