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The recent revelation that Formula 1 chiefs briefly evaluated the idea of fan cars being part of a new rules set from 2026 was fascinating on two levels.
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F1 aerodynamics online module
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History of Formula One regulations - Wikipedia
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The design changes teams face as F1 launch season…
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Why F1 considered reintroducing 'fan car' aerodynamics for 2026
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F1 cars aero efficiency bringing back old overtaking pains
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F1 explains plan for active aero to improve racing for 2026
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The design changes teams face as F1 launch season…
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History of Formula One regulations - Wikipedia
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F1 Active Aero Will Turn DRS on Its Head in 2026 - autoevolution
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F1 aerodynamics online module
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How Driver's Eye camera became a Formula 1 TV gamechanger
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AMuS] Less action due to aero tricks - Formula 1 and the FIA are
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How Driver's Eye camera became a Formula 1 TV gamechanger
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The design changes teams face as F1 launch season…