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2026 Formula One unleashed wild new aero tech—cars now sport wings that morph mid-race, switching from high-grip corner mode to drag-cutting straight mode. Teams thought it was just DRS 2.0, but it’s really about energy management: moving parts help conserve battery power on straights. Ferrari’s “Macarena” wing flipped upside down for drag reduction, Red Bull followed with a risky but now-stabilized version, and McLaren tested similar tricks. Beyond wings, engineers battle dirty air with smarter front wing and floor designs to keep airflow clean around rear tires. For 2027, the FIA is dialing back downforce elements—front floors and rear wings are getting trimmed because last year’s cars were too fast.

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