Inside Ferrari and Red Bull’s ‘Macarena’ wings

Mark Hughes and Giorgio Piola analyze the innovative 'Macarena' rotating rear wings debuted by Ferrari and Red Bull at the Miami Grand Prix. This development stems from the 2026 regulations, which introduce the Straightline Mode (SLM) to replace the traditional Drag Reduction System. While Ferrari tested their version sporadically throughout the season before finalizing it for Miami, Red Bull had been developing their design behind the scenes for a considerable amount of time. These new components represent a significant shift in aerodynamic interpretation under the upcoming technical rules.