Williams Renault FW15C, called “Little Airbus” and equipped with highly advanced technologies, It was one of the best F1 cars ever.

With the famous Formula 1 driver Alain Prost in 1993 had reached the championship However, this success did not last long because management did not like the advanced features such as the endless gear system.

The FW15 made its track debut at the start of the 1993 season as the FW15C.

The vehicle achieved great success with drivers such as Alain Prost, with whom it won the championship. “little airbus” It lived up to its name. It is designed with the most advanced electronic devices.

Aerodynamics compared to the previous model, by 12% was healed. Thanks to the active suspension system, the slope and height of the vehicle were continuously adjusted, increasing stability in curves and on straight roads. The traction control system balanced acceleration by preventing the wheels from slipping. One of the most important features was the automatic transmission system.

What made the gear system so important?

CVT transmission was automatic. He engaged the gears of the Formula 1 car and ensured that it rotated constantly at 13800 RPM (revolutions per minute). The driver did not have to worry about shifting gears.

Thanks to this equipment, the vehicle had a significant advantage over its competitors. If we were to provide quantitative data, 2.5 seconds per lap He got to work.

Formula 1 management was not happy with this situation.

The FIA ​​(Federation Internationale de l’Automobile) banned features such as active suspension, automatic transmission and traction control. Similar with unlimited transmission FW15C was also automatically banned.

After these bans, the more technologically advanced vehicles on the tracks were replaced by simple vehicles. Do you think they were right to ban it or should these technologies be allowed in racing? We are waiting for your ideas in the comments.

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