Ferrari may have revealed one of the most clever aerodynamic innovations of Bahrain pre-season testing — a small “flow vane” near the rear of the car that could improve diffuser performance, rear grip, and overall efficiency.

In Episode 6 of The Cooldown Lap, we break down:

• What Ferrari’s new flow vane actually does

• How it improves diffuser airflow and rear wing efficiency

• Why this could give Ferrari a performance advantage in 2026

• Why other teams may struggle to copy it

• What this means for the competitive order this season

Small aero innovations often make the biggest difference — and Ferrari’s latest concept could be a major signal of their performance potential.

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