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    UNDER THE HOOD

    Feb 22, 2024 3 minutes

    STIFFNESS: THE ANSWER IS IN THE RIGGING

    We have discussed in this column previously the importance of ride quality even in a stiffly sprung racing car, but the current Formula 1 aerodynamic regulations have led to teams getting maximum performance by running the cars very close to the ground. This very limited ground clearance leads to needing extremely stiff springs to maintain the low ride heights under the immense downforce that’s trying to compress the springs and tyres, and push the plank and the skids into the track.

    These very stiff springs lead to a very harsh ride. Now

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