The technical revolution introduced by the FIA for 2026 has triggered a relentless development race, unveiling significant upgrades on the cars at every Grand Prix. These are often unprecedented solutions, never before seen in modern Formula 1. In this scenario, it is interesting to analyze the concept developed by the Alpine engineers, who propose an innovative interpretation of the rear wing by exploiting the new regulatory legality boxes.
Looking at the drawing, the French squad has integrated a sort of monkey seat onto the flap actuator mechanism. Given that the airflow in this area of the car is particularly undisturbed, the aerodynamic effectiveness of this element appears to be highly significant. This solution was banned in the recent past, as previous regulations did not permit its use due to packaging constraints.
