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At Silverstone Ferrari has been running with a new version of its front "box wing" - which provides the car with additional downforce. The dimension of the wing has increased compared to previous versions, while the endplates now have a larger area and extend under the main wing profile. Despite paddock speculation about its material composition, Ferrari confirm that it is, in fact, manufacturered from carbonfibre like the rest of the wing.

In addition to the new "box" element under the F2005's front wing it is also sporting revised endplates. These now feature a flatter upper profile, increasing their cross sectional area - as demonstrated by comparing new and old. Their function is to increase front downforce by better managing airflow over the main wing profile, thereby improving efficiency of the small flap.