McLaren have released a vision for the future of Grand Prix racing, which they believe could come about by the year 2050. McLaren, through their Applied Technology group, have released a whitepaper of what they believe Formula 1 could become over the next thirty years. Using a prototype car called the MCLE, they believe that the core concept of four wheels, rear wheel drive & a human driver will still be there by then but there will be huge changes elsewhere. Active Aerodynamics: The MCLE includes sidepods that expand and contract. This would allow for maximum speeds down the straights, as well as huge aerodynamic prowess through braking zones and corners. Ground effect is generated by...
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