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Allison criticises Formula 1's approach over 'dirty air'
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16/03/2024 at 09:3116/03/2024 at 08:58 Mercedes technical director James Allison says that Formula 1 made a crucial mistake when it prioritised addressing the problem of 'dirty air' in order to improve on-track competition. A rule change introduced at the start of 2022 sought to make it easier for cars to overtake during a race by scaling back the turbulent wake generated by the car in front, which made it hard for rivals to catch and pass them. Among the measures was the reintroduction of ground effect aerodynamics, which helps 'suck' the car down and stick it to the track to improve grip and handling. Having just won the 2021 drivers championship, Red Bull...
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