F1 CAR PART

Diffuser & rear edge

The exit for air flowing beneath the floor.

TOPTop view
Formula car viewed from above, showing exposed wheels, wings, nose, halo and sidepods
SIDESide view
Formula car viewed from the side, showing tyres, low body, halo, airbox and rear wing

Where is it?

At the back of the underside, where the floor rises towards the rear.

What does it do?

It manages air leaving the underside and works with the floor to create downforce. Think of it as part of the underfloor system, not a separate wing.

What to watch in an update

Look at the outlet shape and its dividers. Keeping air flowing along the surfaces matters; making the shape bigger does not automatically improve performance.

Source: Formula 1 official explainer (English) ↗

This guide explains the basic role. The FIA submission gives the stated aim of each individual update.

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