# Why Do F1 Cars Have A Wooden Plank? Here's What The Skid Block Does

> Formula 1 race cars are designed to have fast acceleration, incredible aerodynamics, and eye-watering top speeds.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1767013/f1-cars-wooden-plank-reason/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=67a25676090e4857c6940448)
- **Published:** 2025-02-04
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #block #cars #plank #skid #wooden #does #formula #acceleration
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