Tech analysis: Red Bull Racing RB2
Despite a surprise early debut before the Christmas break, the RB2 is still suffering from teething problems that could potentially hamper Red Bull Racing's progress this season. Craig Scarborough analyses the design and characteristics of the new car
While most teams were wrapping up their 2005 testing at Jerez, Red Bull Racing surprised everyone by running their new car in the last few days before Christmas.
As the first full 2006 car to run, the RB2 picked up on most of the key design changes adopted by most teams. The curved sidepods and chimney cooling arrangement, supplemented by a "V" keel, suggested the team were losing their conservative design focus from the jaguar days and being more adventurous.
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