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Hulkenberg says new rear wing 'like pulling a parachute'

Nico Hulkenberg has admitted that it's difficult to compare this year's Renault power unit with its 2018 predecessor because of the impact of new aerodynamic rule changes. An attempt to improve the on-track action by reducing the effect of 'dirty air' on pursuing cars has led to the FIA introducing new regulations for front and rear wings. After four days of pre-season testing at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Hulkenberg reported that the new specifications were having a clearly discernible effect on the speed and handling of the R.S.19. Asked if he thought the new Renault engine was more powerful than last year's model, the German driver gave a qualified thumbs-up. Hulkenberg ends...
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