
The first 2019 Aero change is a proposal to make the wing wider in span, perhaps to the extent that it will be as large as the overall car width, at 2000 mm (current width – 1800 mm). The front wing is one of the most critical Aerodynamic devices on the cars, not only producing front downforce, but also determining the quality of flow to the rear of the car, notably by attempting to minimise the disturbance created by the front tyre.

In response to a somewhat processional Australian GP, there was subsequent discussion between Liberty Media and the FIA, with the hope of fast tracking some proposed changes to the cars for 2021 to next season, improving the ability of drivers to race closely and overtake.

These modifications to the Aerodynamic regulations were voted by the teams, the FIA and the Commercial Rights Holder and passed the required percentage of the vote. This week significant 2019 Aero changes were announced.
