One Season - 1983 Formula

New regulations mandated flat undertrays, ending the "ground effect" era to improve safety after dangerous accidents in 1982.

For fans who love the raw, dangerous, and politically fascinating side of Formula One, 1983 remains a gold standard. 1983 formula one season

For a closer look at the cars and drivers from this "golden era," you can view archived footage on the F1 Official YouTube channel or check the Motorsport Database for the 1983 Season . New regulations mandated flat undertrays, ending the "ground

It was a race of attrition. The high altitude of Kyalami favored the BMW turbo engine (which suffered less power loss than the naturally aspirated cars), but reliability was still a question mark. New regulations mandated flat undertrays