HAAS VF-22

Having first appeared as a render at an earlier stage of development, the car that shares some key design ideas with Ferrari ended the first test without its title-sponsor livery

JAKE BOXALL-LEGGE

FRONT END The nose is quite rounded in shape, ending at the second wing element like many of the other 2022 designs seen so far. Like Ferrari, Haas has also opted for a modular tip construction to allow for flexibility in any changes to the wing. The inboard-loaded front wing bows down into the shallower outboard section, allowing for airflow to shift outwards. Haas’s diveplanes on the endplate are arguably the most interesting seen so far, sweeping downwards and forming a tab on the trailing edge. They’ll work like a gurney flap, and kick airflow outwards around the front wheels. The endplate’s leading edge also features a tiny amount of scalloping, which can reduce drag and noise. SIDEPODS Given that Haas has a design hub located within Ferrari’s base, it’s not a surprise…

You're reading a preview of

Autosport (Digital) - 1 Issue, 3/3/2022

DiscountMags is a licensed distributor (not a publisher) of the above content and Publication through Zinio LLC. Accordingly, we have no editorial control over the Publications. Any opinions, advice, statements, services, offers or other information or content expressed or made available by third parties, including those made in Publications offered on our website, are those of the respective author(s) or publisher(s) and not of DiscountMags. DiscountMags does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness, or usefulness of all or any portion of any publication or any services or offers made by third parties, nor will we be liable for any loss or damage caused by your reliance on information contained in any Publication, or your use of services offered, or your acceptance of any offers made through the Service or the Publications. For content removal requests, please contact Zinio.