Why Does Bump Drafting Seem Much Harder in 2012?

2012-02-25 Diandra Aerodynamics, Cooling 1

Although there is a lot of science behind bump drafting, the act of bump drafting is an art.  Even the experienced bump drafters are surprised by the touchiness of the cars this year.

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