The Grid Girls Formula: An F1 Podcast

F1 Aerodynamics Basics 101: Downforce, Vortices & Ground Effect

15 min · 29. apr. 2026
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In this episode of The Grid Girls Formula, we’re breaking down aerodynamics 101 — one of the most important (and fascinating) elements of Formula 1.From the early days of F1 to today’s cutting-edge designs, we walk through:🏁 What aerodynamics actually is (and why pressure matters)🏁 How downforce keeps cars stuck to the track🏁 The tradeoff between downforce vs drag🏁 Why flow separation can ruin performance🏁 How teams use vortices to control airflow🏁 The power of ground effect and the floor🏁 What dirty air is and why it makes overtaking so hard🏁 And how teams design all of this using CFD and wind tunnelsWhether you're new to F1 or want a clearer understanding of the technical side, this episode gives you the foundation to actually understand what’s happening on track.🎙️ New episodes weekly — follow the podcast and leave a rating to support the show!📲 Follow along on Instagram: @gridgirlsformula for more F1 content

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