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Every successful motorsport project starts with confidence in the braking system. Whether you are competing in drifting, rally, circuit racing, hillclimb, time attack, Formula Student or you are building a high performance track or kit car, brake feel and brake balance are critical to how a vehicle performs.

Aerodynamics Promises to Redefine How F1 Cars will Look. Formula 1 has always been a battle between imagination and regulation, engineers pushing boundaries while the rulebook tries to keep pace. As the 2026 regulation changes approach, the next era of F1 aerodynamics promises to redefine how F1 cars look, feel, and perform. The focus is shifting from raw downforce toward smarter efficiency, where every cubic meter of air counts, and sustainability becomes just as vital as s

If the front wing sets the tone and the floor generates the power, then the sidepods and midsection of a Formula 1 car are where the real artistry of aerodynamic design comes alive.

When people think of Formula 1 aerodynamics, they picture massive wings, sleek floors, and aggressive diffusers. But some of the most important aerodynamic work happens in places you might never look, around the wheels, inside the brake ducts, and even along the suspension arms. These components don’t just support or cool the car, they’re meticulously sculpted to shape airflow and reduce drag. This is the world of hidden aero, subtle, complex, and absolutely vital.

Lever and Screw Type Brake Bias Valve – Installation, Bleeding & Fitment Guide Upgrade your brake system with precision using the Lever Type or Screw Brake Bias Valve. Follow this guide to ensure safe, efficient installation and optimal performance.

If the front wing is the conductor and the rear wing is the anchor, then the floor and diffuser are the powerhouse of modern Formula 1 aerodynamics. Hidden beneath the car, they generate more downforce than any other part of the aero package, and they do it with remarkable efficiency. While wings create grip at the cost of drag, the floor produces downforce with relatively little penalty, making it one of the most prized weapons in an engineer’s arsenal.

As a Formula 1 car thunder down a straight, the very first thing to hit the air is not the engine, the tires, or even the driver's helmet, it's the nose and front wing cutting through the air in F1. That is where aerodynamics become important. How a front wing cuts, flexes, and diverts airflow determines how the rest of the car will act. It is the maestro conductor, striking the note for everything else to come.

In the world of motorsport, success is measured in fractions of a second—and when it comes to building, tuning, or maintaining a competitive vehicle, every component counts. That’s where Upgrade Motorsport comes in.