As Formula 1 heads into the final stretch of the 2024 season, the Las Vegas Grand Prix marks the start of a thrilling triple-header, followed by races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi. To optimize performance on the unique Las Vegas circuit, nine out of the ten teams have introduced new components to their cars.
Team | Component | Type | Primary reason |
---|---|---|---|
Red Bull Racing | Front Wing | Circuit specific | Balance Range |
Red Bull Racing | Floor Fences | Performance | Flow Conditioning |
Mercedes | Front Wing | Circuit specific | Balance Range |
Ferrari | Front Wing | Circuit specific | Balance Range |
Ferrari | Floor Fences | Performance | Flow Conditioning |
Ferrari | Floor Body | Performance | Flow Conditioning |
Ferrari | Floor Edge | Performance | Flow Conditioning |
McLaren | Front Wing | Circuit specific | Balance Range |
Aston Martin | Front Wing | Circuit specific | Balance Range |
Alpine | Front Corner | Performance | Flow Conditioning |
RB | Coke/Engine Cover | Performance | Flow Conditioning |
RB | Rear Suspension | Performance | Flow Conditioning |
RB | Rear Corner | Performance | Local Load |
RB | Mirror | Circuit specific | Drag Range |
Kick Sauber | Floor Body | Performance | Local Load |
Kick Sauber | Floor Fences | Performance | Local Load |
Kick Sauber | Floor Edge | Performance | Local Load |
Kick Sauber | Diffuser | Performance | Local Load |
- Red Bull Racing: The reigning champions have opted for a new front wing and floor fences, with the latter focusing on improving downstream floor performance.
- McLaren and Mercedes: Both teams have brought circuit-specific front wing updates to better suit the demands of the Las Vegas track.
- Ferrari: The Italian team has made significant changes to its floor, including a revised floor body, floor edge, and fence design. The aim is to improve airflow and reduce drag.
- Aston Martin: Like McLaren and Mercedes, Aston Martin has also introduced a circuit-specific front wing.
- Alpine: The French team has focused on improving the front corner of its car, with a new brake drum profile and enhanced build quality.
- AlphaTauri: The team has brought a brand-new floor and diffuser to Las Vegas, aiming to improve airflow under the car and control energy losses.
- Haas: The American team has modified the rear floor expansion shape to optimize performance at lower ride heights.