Broadway’s Archive on Instagram: "The blown-diffuser V8 era of Formula 1, spanning roughly from 2010 to 2013, became one of the most technically innovative and controversial periods in modern F1 history. Teams discovered that by directing exhaust gases over the diffuser—even when the driver was off-throttle—they could dramatically increase rear-end downforce and stability. This technique, known as off-throttle blown diffusers, transformed the behavior of the car. By keeping airflow energized thr

@f1archived on Instagram: "Fernando Alonso showcased the character of the Renault RS26 during the mid 2000s when the team allowed brief demonstrations of its V8 at full song and the engine quickly gained a reputation as one of the highest revving power units of the era. Built for the final years of the three liter formula the RS26 was central to Renault’s championship run and became known for its sharp throttle response and unmistakable high pitched tone that stood apart from its rivals. The eng