Front Impact Structure Push-Off Tests

In Simple Terms

The front wing must survive three pushing tests to ensure it's strong enough for racing. Teams push on the wing with specific forces from different angles to make sure it won't break or fail during a race, protecting the driver and keeping the car safe.

• First test: 92kN sideways force applied at a specific point on the front wing must be resisted
• Second test: Multiple downward and rearward forces (3.2kN and 2.2kN) are applied at both sides of the wing
• Third test: Wing must withstand a sideways push of at least 52.5kN, but if it breaks, the failure must occur behind a safety line to contain damage