As expected, the new RB7 features some important changes as compared to its title-winning predecessor, the RB6, mainly due to the regulations changes operated by the FIA for the upcoming campaign.
The introduction of the adjustable rear wing has led all teams to configure a high-nose design for their 2011 challengers, while the introduction of the Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) was translated into a higher engine cover for the RB7. Additionally, the rear wing presents a different concept design from its 2010-spec one.
Needless to say, the Red Bull RB7 has quite the legacy to defend, as its RB6 predecessor has been by far the winningest challenger of the 2010 Formula 1 championship, with 9 wins out of 19 races. Added the 15 from 19 pole positions, the RB6 has clearly created an image for itself, which culminated with world titles in both drivers' and manufacturers' races.
Another information regarding the launch of the car is that its first time on track will be courtesy of world champion Sebastian Vettel, who will proceed to starting off Red Bull's 2011 preparation later this morning.
As the situation presents itself right now, there are only 3 more teams to reveal their 2011 racers this morning, Scuderia Toro Rosso, Williams F1 and Mercedes GP (whose computerized image of the W02 was all over the media yesterday).
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