McLaren expresses disappointment over delayed adoption of rear wing design
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
McLaren's Formula 1 tech director Neil Houldey stated the team is disappointed with the pace of adopting a rotating rear wing design, which Ferrari pioneered. As F1 teams adapt to new regulations in 2026, McLaren is continuing its development on a similar wing concept with plans for implementation after the summer break. The team's innovation has been impacted by the competitive advancements made by rivals. McLaren aims to close the gap with its own version during the season.
- •Neil Houldey expressed McLaren's disappointment with the rear wing design timeline
- •Ferrari quickly adopted the rotating rear wing concept
- •McLaren plans to implement its own version after the summer break
- •F1 teams are navigating new regulations in 2026
- •The innovation race continues among competitors
- 9:30 AMMotorsport.com — McLaren "disappointed" not to pick up rotating rear wing as quickly as Ferrari
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — McLaren "disappointed" not to pick up rotating rear wing as quickly as Ferrari
"McLaren Formula 1 tech director Neil Houldey admits the squad was "disappointed" not to pick up on the upside down rear wing concept as quickly as pioneering Ferrari, as the team continues developing its own version for adoption after the summer break. Innovation comes in all shapes and sizes, as F1 teams sink their teeth into a brand-new rulebook in 2026. Some design interpretations are more ...Keep reading
"McLaren Formula 1 tech director Neil Houldey uncovers the team's development process behind its rotating rear wing, following in the footsteps of Ferrari and Red Bull
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External links- Motorsport.comAug 10, 2026, 9:30 AMMcLaren "disappointed" not to pick up rotating rear wing as quickly as Ferrari
McLaren Formula 1 tech director Neil Houldey admits the squad was "disappointed" not to pick up on the upside down rear wing concept as quickly as pioneering Ferrari, as the team continues developing its own version for adoption after the summer break. Innovation comes in all shapes and sizes, as F1 teams sink their teeth into a brand-new rulebook in 2026. Some design interpretations are more ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 9:30 AMMcLaren "disappointed" not to pick up rotating rear wing as quickly as Ferrari
McLaren Formula 1 tech director Neil Houldey uncovers the team's development process behind its rotating rear wing, following in the footsteps of Ferrari and Red Bull
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