Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has shown little sympathy with any drivers who are not “comfortable” racing under the new technical regulations. This year saw the return of ground effect aerodynamics to the cars, which are aimed at allowing cars to follow more easily and improve the racing spectacle. While it has been successful in that department, any aerodynamic design flaw leads to turbulence, and the subsequent shaking around means that the floor makes contact with the track surface, causing horrible bumping – this is called “porpoising.” READ: Binotto says Ferrari made sure Leclerc had time to ‘digest’ bad news Bouncing and bottoming out is when the ride height...
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