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SPORTS Motorsport Peter Wright (Lotus 78)

Peter Wright (Lotus 78)

Peter Wright co-designed the Lotus 78, pioneering ground effect in Formula One racing cars

4 Dec 2025

What was the primary aerodynamic innovation introduced by the Lotus 78, co-designed by Peter Wright, that changed Formula One racing?

The introduction of active suspension systems to improve handling The use of turbocharged engines for the first time in Formula One The use of ground effect to increase downforce by shaping the car's underside