Ferrari F12berlinetta, innovative aerodynamic solutions
Intense testing in the wind tunnel, supported by computational fluid dynamic simulations, has provided the Ferrari F12berlinetta with double the aerodynamic efficiency of its predecessors: downforce (123 kg at 200 km/h) has increased by 76%, while drag has been significantly reduced (Cd of 0.299).
These results were also achieved through the introduction of a highly innovative solution called the Aero Bridge, which, for the first time, uses the car's bonnet to create downforce, diverting air flow from the upper part of the car to the sides and also interacting with the wake from the wheels. Aerodynamic efficiency is also optimised with the use of Active Brake Cooling, or rather cooling doors on the brake air ducts which only open if brake operating temperatures are high enough.