Proposals to simplify aerodynamic packages in a bid to improve overtaking in Formula 1 have been pushed through in a last-minute vote by the F1 Commission. The regulation changes, including simplified front wings to aid cars following each other, wider and deeper rear wings, and simplified front brake ducks featuring no winglets have been voted through for introduction in 2019. Under the F1 Commission such proposals can be pushed through with the support of just four teams, providing there is backing from the FIA and F1.  The vote took place on April 30, which was the last day in which technical regulation changes for next season can be approved without requiring unanimity among F1’s...
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