To counteract the loss of downforce, the Next-Gen cars have full underbody protection with a front splitter and rear diffuser. By raising the car an inch and a half, the cockpit stays cooler, resulting in a healthier, more alert driver, but downforce is reduced. That's great for the center of gravity, but it means the cockpit can reach up to 150 degrees Fahrenheit.
The current cars have very little air running underneath them. The other major change is a new aero package, the result of a domino effect initially meant to keep the car cool. A more sophisticated IRS setup should greatly improve the Cup cars' handling. With the Ford Mustang switching to IRS in 2015, it makes sense for these Next-Gen cars to make the change as well.
NASCAR says it wants to be more relevant and relatable to what is currently available from its OEM partners Chevrolet, Ford and Toyota. Perhaps the biggest change here is a switch to an independent rear suspension setup. Many of the Next-Gen car's changes are meant to give drivers more control while racing.
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