F1 Aerodynamics Course

Learn from the Designer of Championship-Winning Cars

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Imagine Walking Into An F1 Factory on Monday Morning

Your access badge beeps. The doors open. You’re walking past million-pound wind tunnel models, past CFD screens showing pressure gradients you actually understand.

This isn’t a tour. This is your job.

The interviewer’s eyes had lit up when you explained vortex management—not from a textbook, but like someone who gets it. When they asked about the Y250 vortex, you didn’t freeze. You smiled, grabbed the whiteboard, and showed them.

That champagne will taste different when your aerodynamics helped win it.

But here’s what I discovered after interviewing 50+ F1 HR managers last year…

It’s not your degree that gets you there.

“We get 200+ CVs per position. All have engineering degrees,” one recruiter told me. “But when someone truly understands aerodynamics—and when they’re passionate about F1—we know within minutes. That CV goes straight to the interview pile.”

The truth that changed everything:

Real F1 aerodynamics has been locked in the paddock. Universities teach theory. YouTube scratches the surface. The people who really know? They’re designing championship-winning cars, not making tutorials.

Until now.

Willem Toet spent 30 years designing those cars. Ferrari. Benetton. BMW Sauber.

Now he’s ready to teach you to think like he does.

In 8 weeks, you’ll see the invisible battles at 200mph. Understand why some cars dominate. Know exactly why that front wing will fail before it hits the track.

Whether that means walking into your dream job interview with quiet confidence, or finally explaining to friends why Mercedes is struggling (while they’re still guessing)…

The transformation is real. And it starts with taking initiative.

F1 is awesome. Let’s do everything we can to get you there.

Best regards,

Scott Mansell
Founder, DRIVER61

What You’ll Be Able to Do After 8 Weeks

In 8 weeks, you won’t just understand F1 aerodynamics—you’ll think like someone who’s designed championship-winning cars.

Master the Language of F1 Aerodynamics

Speak confidently about pressure distributions, boundary layers, and vortex management. You’ll understand what’s really happening when teams talk about “correlation issues” or “aero balance” – and more importantly, why it matters.

Think Through Problems Like an F1 Engineer

Learn Willem’s methodology for approaching aerodynamic challenges. You’ll understand why certain solutions work (and why others fail spectacularly), giving you the problem-solving framework used at championship-winning teams.

Understand the Real Testing Process

Go beyond textbook theory to understand how wind tunnels actually work in F1, why correlation is such a challenge, and how to interpret CFD data critically. This is the knowledge that separates graduates from practitioners.

Connect Aerodynamics to Lap Time

See the direct link between aero decisions and on-track performance. You’ll understand how different circuits demand different approaches and why teams make the setup choices they do.

Stand Out in Any Technical Discussion

Whether it’s a job interview, a Formula Student design review, or a technical conversation, you’ll have the depth of knowledge that makes people stop and listen.

Learn What Books and YouTube Can’t Teach You

Access the unwritten rules of F1 aerodynamics from 30 years of experience. Willem shares insights about trade-offs and decision-making you won’t find anywhere else—because the people creating that content haven’t lived it.

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Who’s Teaching You? Meet Your Instructor

Willem Toet isn’t just another academic teaching theory. He’s designed the cars that won championships.

For 30 years, Willem led aerodynamics at F1’s most successful teams during the sport’s most competitive era. When ground effect was banned, he pioneered new ways to generate downforce. When budgets were unlimited, he pushed boundaries others thought impossible. When regulations tightened, he found speed in the details.

But here’s what makes Willem truly unique: He wants to teach.

Most F1 aerodynamicists guard their knowledge like state secrets. Willem takes the opposite approach. For the past decade, he’s been on a mission to share the methodologies that took him 30 years to develop—the same thinking processes he used when helping Schumacher win championships.

As one Oxford professor put it: “His experience can only be matched by very few people, but it is his engagement with teaching which is unique in Formula 1.”

In this course, you’re not learning from someone who’s read about F1 aerodynamics. You’re learning from someone who’s lived it at the highest level. Willem doesn’t just know the theory—he knows why certain approaches work, which ones fail, and most importantly, how to think through problems like an F1 aerodynamicist.

His teaching style? Direct, clear, and refreshingly free of jargon. As one student put it: “Willem has a remarkable ability to make complex concepts feel accessible without dumbing them down.”

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Benetton F1 (1985-1994)
Head of Aerodynamics
Helped Schumacher win his first two World Championships, revolutionising how teams approach aero development.

Ferrari (1995-1998)
Head of Aerodynamics
Led the aerodynamic transformation that ended Ferrari’s 16-year championship drought.

BAR/Honda (1999-2005)
Head of Aerodynamics
The 2004 BAR finished 2nd in the Constructors’, delivering Button’s first pole and a run of podiums.

BMW Sauber/Sauber (2006-2010, 2011-2015)
Head of Aerodynamics
Developed one of the most efficient cars in F1 history, achieving podiums with a fraction of rivals’ budgets.

University of Bolton (2017-Present)
Professor (Part-Time)
Transferring F1 knowledge to the next generation of engineers.

How You’ll Learn

8 Weeks That Fit Your Life

Every Monday for 8 weeks, you’ll wake up to find new lessons from Willem waiting for you. Each week builds on the last, taking you deeper into how F1 aerodynamicists actually think.

For this cohort, lessons start releasing on 13 October. You don’t need to keep up week by week – the weekly structure is how we release content, but you can move faster or slower once unlocked.

But here’s the key part: you watch when YOU want.

Gone are the days of missing crucial lessons because of lectures, work, or time zones. This is on-demand learning designed for busy people who refuse to compromise on quality.

What exactly do you get?

  • 19+ hours of video content – Willem teaching you directly, broken into digestible modules you can pause, rewind, and rewatch
  • Comprehensive reading materials – Detailed notes, technical papers, and references you’ll return to throughout your career
  • Downloadable resources – Everything organised for easy reference when you’re solving real problems
  • Lifetime access – Return to any lesson whenever you need a refresher (because real learning happens in layers)

What does a typical week look like?

You’ll spend 2-4 hours working through Willem’s video lessons, diving into the reading materials, and genuinely understanding concepts that would typically take years to grasp in industry.

The beauty of this format:

  • Studying engineering? Watch between lectures or during study breaks
  • Working full-time? Learn in the evenings or dedicate Saturday mornings
  • In Formula Student? Fit it around build schedules and competitions
  • Different time zone? No problem—Willem’s always available when you are

Some students binge everything on weekends. Others watch one video per evening after work. A few squeeze it in during lunch breaks. There’s no “right” way—just your way.

By week 8, you won’t just know aerodynamics—you’ll think like an aerodynamicist. And that transformation happens entirely on your schedule.

Launch Week Bonuses (Ending Soon)

When you enrol this week, you don’t just get the course. You get exclusive access to FOUR bonuses.
Bonuses apply to this 13 October launch only — Willem’s availability means we can’t run live sessions year-round.

Bonus #1: Live 1-Hour Introduction Session with Scott Mansell (Value: £199)

Starting a technical course can feel overwhelming. That’s why I’ll personally walk you through exactly how to extract maximum value from Willem’s 30 years of expertise. You’ll learn my framework for absorbing complex material, which weeks to focus on for your specific goals, and get answers to your initial questions. This isn’t just an orientation—it’s your strategic advantage.

Bonus #2: 1.5-Hour Live Q&A with Willem Toet (Value: £299)

Imagine having direct access to ask the former Head of Aerodynamics at Ferrari your burning questions. That’s exactly what this is. Bring your toughest aerodynamics challenges, your correlation mysteries, your “but how does this really work?” questions. Willem’s hourly consulting rate exceeds £500—this session alone is worth more than the entire course.

Bonus #3: 1.5-Hour Career Roadmap Q&A with Scott Mansell (Value: £249)

Breaking into Formula 1 is about more than just technical knowledge. Over the past few years, I’ve interviewed nearly 100 people inside F1—HR managers, talent leads, and heads of departments—to understand exactly what they’re looking for in young engineers.

In this session, I’ll share:

  • What F1 recruiters actually look for in CVs and applications
  • The common mistakes that keep strong candidates from getting noticed
  • The interview strategies that set you apart in such a competitive field

If you want to turn your aerodynamics knowledge into a real F1 career, this session will give you the roadmap.

Bonus #4: Complete Recording Library from Previous Cohort (Value: £249)

See what questions other students asked. Learn from different perspectives. Get multiple explanations of complex concepts. It’s like having study partners who’ve already completed the journey—showing you shortcuts and highlighting what really matters.

These bonuses are only available during launch week because Willem’s schedule simply doesn’t allow us to offer live sessions year-round.

Your Investment in F1-Level Knowledge

Let’s talk about value for a moment.

  • A single year of university: £9,250
  • 3-day aerodynamics workshop: £1,500+
  • F1 aerodynamists’ daily consulting rate: £3,000+
  • Landing a job in F1: Priceless

Your investment in Aerodynamics Unlocked: £349

That’s less than a single textbook per week of the course. 10x less than one day of an aerodynamicist’s consulting time. Less than 1% of the salary you could see in a motorsport job.

Here’s Everything You Get (Available Nowhere Else):

✅ 19+ hours of video instruction from Willem Toet
✅ Comprehensive course materials and resources
✅ Lifetime access to all content
✅ Certificate of completion for your CV
✅ PLUS all four launch bonuses

PLUS, during this launch week only, you’ll also receive these exclusive bonuses:

Bonus #1: Live 1-Hour Introduction Session with Scott Mansell (Value: £199) – 13th October
Bonus #2: 1.5-Hour Live Q&A with Willem Toet (Value: £299) – 13th November
Bonus #3: 1.5-Hour Career Roadmap Q&A with Scott Mansell (Value: £249) – 8th December
Bonus #4: Complete Recording Library from our live Cohort with extra Q+A (Value: £249)

This knowledge doesn’t exist anywhere else. It’s not in textbooks. It’s not on YouTube. It’s not even in most F1 teams.

Total value: £1,345
Your Investment: Just £349

Course begins 13 October. Weekly releases keep you on track, but you’ll have lifetime access to go at your own pace.

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Our Double Guarantee

We’re so confident in Willem’s teaching that we offer two layers of protection.

You’re protected at the beginning AND the end. Because we know once you start, you’ll finish. And once you finish, you’ll be transformed.

1
Try Week 1 Risk-Free

Watch the first week’s content. If you’re not thinking “where has this been all my life,” simply email us for a full refund. No questions asked.

2
Complete All 8 Weeks

Finish the entire course and still not satisfied? We’ll refund you in full. You have 14 days after completion to decide.

  

Your 8-Week Journey into F1 Aerodynamics

This isn’t just a course outline. It’s your transformation roadmap.

Each week builds on the last, taking you from fundamental understanding to the kind of insights that take years to develop in industry. By Week 8, you’ll see aerodynamics everywhere—and understand what you’re seeing.

This cohort begins on 13 October. Each Monday for 8 weeks, new lessons will unlock — but you don’t need to keep pace week by week. The schedule is how we release content, and once unlocked you can learn at your own speed with lifetime access.

While content releases weekly, you have lifetime access. Learn at your pace, revisit complex topics, and build mastery layer by layer.

2.5 hours of content

Start by understanding what aerodynamics really means in motorsport. Willem breaks down air properties, pressure basics, and flow mechanics in ways that suddenly make everything click.

You’ll learn: How F1 aero works overall • How molecules actually behave at 200mph • The three principles that govern every aero decision

By Friday: You’ll watch any race car and immediately see the airflow patterns others miss

2 hours of content

Dive into Bernoulli, Venturi, and ground effect—but not like your professor taught them. Willem shows how these principles actually apply when you have milliseconds and millimetres to play with.

You’ll learn: Why underbody aerodynamics matter more than wings • How ground effect really works • The non-dimensional numbers that predict success

By Friday: You’ll understand why certain cars dominate specific tracks

2 hours of content

Explore the devices everyone can see but few truly understand. From bargeboards to diffusers, learn why each element exists and how they work in concert.

You’ll learn: The eternal cooling vs drag battle • Why some wings have 15+ elements • How a 5mm change can cost 0.3 seconds per lap

By Friday: You’ll spot good vs bad aero solutions instantly

2.5 hours of content

Enter Willem’s world. Understand the cathedral of aerodynamics where championships are won and lost. This isn’t a textbook chapter—it’s insider knowledge from someone who’s lived in tunnels for decades.

You’ll learn: Why correlation is F1’s biggest challenge • How moving ground changes everything • The compromises every team must make

By Friday: You’ll understand why CFD hasn’t replaced wind tunnels (and never will)

2 hours of content

Learn the testing approaches that separate good teams from great ones. Willem reveals the methodologies that took him 30 years to perfect.

You’ll learn: Scale effects that fool even experienced engineers • How to design tests that actually answer your questions • Why some teams consistently find more downforce

By Friday: You’ll think like a Head of Aerodynamics, not just an engineer

1.5 hours of content

Master the art of correlating CFD with reality. Learn why simulation is powerful but treacherous, and how championship teams navigate this minefield.

You’ll learn: Post-processing tricks that reveal hidden problems • How to calculate real lap time gains • Writing reports that get resources allocated

By Friday: You’ll bridge the virtual and physical worlds confidently

2 hours of content

Apply everything to actual scenarios. Willem walks through real cases from GT cars to F1, showing how theory becomes practice under pressure.

You’ll learn: Adding elements without destroying existing flow • Why some upgrades fail spectacularly • Case studies from Willem’s career

By Friday: You’ll approach problems with the same methodology as championship-winning teams

2.5 hours of content

Culminate with F1-specific insights available nowhere else. Slice through a modern F1 car’s aero, understand development cycles, and dive deep into Willem’s Ferrari years.

You’ll learn: Floor design secrets that define eras • How track testing really works • The Ferrari case study that changed everything

By Friday: You’ll never watch F1 the same way again

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Remember: While content releases weekly, you have lifetime access. Learn at your pace, revisit complex topics, and build mastery layer by layer.

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Pro tip: Most students watch each week’s content twice—once for overview, once for deep understanding

Is Aerodynamics Unlocked Right For You?

You’re Perfect For This If You:

  • You’re an engineering student or graduate who knows your degree alone won’t cut it. You’ve seen those 200+ applicants for every F1 position and refuse to be just another CV in the pile.
  • You’re in Formula Student and tired of guessing why your aero package isn’t working. You want to understand the ‘why’ behind every winglet, not just follow last year’s design.
  • You’re already working in motorsport but feel like you’re missing crucial knowledge. Maybe you’re great at CAD or simulation, but aero still feels like a black box you can’t quite crack.
  • You’re transitioning from another engineering field and need to quickly get up to F1 speed. You know your mechanical/electrical/software skills transfer, but aero is the missing piece.
  • You’re an F1 enthusiast who craves deeper understanding. You’re tired of commentators saying “downforce” without explaining what’s really happening. You want to predict which upgrades will work before the cars hit the track.
  • You have 3-5 hours per week to invest in transforming your understanding. You’re disciplined enough to work through challenging material because you know the payoff is worth it. an F1 enthusiast

This Isn’t For You If:

  • You’re looking for CAD tutorials or software training. This is about thinking and understanding, not clicking buttons. We teach the ‘why,’ not the ‘how to use CAITA.’
  • You want guaranteed job placement. We’ll give you knowledge that makes you stand out, but you still need to do the work of applying and interviewing.
  • You’re expecting university-style theoretical mathematics. Willem teaches practical F1 aerodynamics. There’s maths, but it’s always connected to real outcomes, not abstract proofs.
  • You’re looking for shortcuts without doing the work. The content is released over 8 weeks, but you have lifetime access. Whether you take 2 months or 12 months doesn’t matter – what matters is committing to the complete journey. This transformation requires ~25 hours, not just the bits that seem interesting.
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What Students Say


  • “I’m extremely grateful I attended this course—it helped me land an interview with a Formula 1 team. Even though I wasn’t selected this time, the course gave me the confidence to understand F1 aerodynamics at a much deeper level. Willem’s teaching was clear and practical, and Scott’s course design made it all come together. This experience has pushed me closer to my dream of working in Formula 1.”
    Gregorio Garcia Guilo
    Former Student

  • “This course was absolutely incredible. It didn’t just deepen my knowledge of aerodynamics—it motivated me to pursue more training and projects with the goal of applying them in F1. The insights into wind tunnel operations and Willem’s real-world experience made it the most valuable and inspiring learning experience I’ve ever had.”
    Carlos Soto
    Former Student

  • “A really interesting and practical course. I especially liked the plaster mold demonstrations for tire deformation—that’s something I’ve already implemented with my Formula Student team. The lessons were immediately applicable and gave me new ways to approach aerodynamics in real projects.”
    Francesco Arndorfer
    Former Student

  • “Amazing course. I’m not even an engineer—I work in medicine—but I was able to catch up and apply the learning to CFD projects in my own field. As a lifelong F1 fan, finally understanding the aerodynamic principles behind what I’ve watched for decades was incredible.”
    Joe
    Former Student

  • “I loved the way the course was taught—it made complex concepts clear and accessible. The CFD exercises and examples I could replicate at home were especially useful. Honestly, it’s worth every penny. Thank you Scott, Willem, and the team for opening up the complex world of F1 engineering.”
    Anh Pham Vu Duy
    Former Student

  • “Having worked in F1 on the engine side, I always had to trade off with aero. This course finally helped me understand the aerodynamic perspective in those discussions. Willem’s explanations made complex F1 concepts much clearer and gave me a deeper appreciation for the aero side of the sport.”
    Daniel Hakansson
    Former Student

Common Questions

Everything you need to know before enrolling. Still have questions? Send us a message →

Honestly, we’re not sure. Willem’s availability is limited, and we can only run this when he’s able to commit to the live bonuses. If you’re interested, don’t wait—we genuinely don’t know when the next opportunity will be.

This cohort starts 13 October. After that, we can’t promise when we will run it again.

Lifetime access. Whether you want to revisit complex topics, reference materials for a project, or refresh your knowledge before an interview, everything remains available to you forever.

The core content is pre-recorded, allowing you to learn at your own pace. The launch bonuses include live sessions with Willem and myself, but recordings are provided if you can’t attend.

No problem at all. While content is released weekly over 8 weeks, you can watch whenever suits you. Many students prefer to batch sessions on weekends or spread them out over several months. There’s no “falling behind”—only your own pace.

Plan for 2-4 hours per week to properly absorb the material. This includes watching videos, reviewing resources, and thinking through the concepts. Some students do more, some less—it depends on your current knowledge and goals.

The course is 8 weeks, starting 13 October, but you can take it at your own pace once lessons unlock.

Yes, you’ll receive a certificate of completion that you can add to your CV and LinkedIn profile. It’s the only certificate available from an actual F1 Head of Aerodynamics.

No, but you need basic technical understanding. If you’re comfortable with fundamental physics and can handle some mathematics, you’re ready. We’ve had everyone from high school students to CEOs successfully complete the course.

Absolutely. Many FS members take this course to understand the ‘why’ behind aero decisions, not just copy last year’s design. You’ll learn to think through problems systematically—invaluable when you’re designing on a tight budget and timeline.

Willem speaks clearly and explains everything step-by-step. You can pause, rewind, and rewatch any section. Many international students have successfully completed the course. The technical diagrams and visual explanations also help transcend language barriers.

While the core content is pre-recorded, there is an opportunity for interaction through a bonus session.

YouTube offers fragments. Universities teach theory. We provide Willem Toet’s complete methodology from 30 years leading F1 aerodynamics. You can’t YouTube your way to understanding how Ferrari approaches correlation problems or why certain wind tunnel techniques fail. This knowledge exists in one place: inside Willem’s head. Now it can be in yours.

Willem’s genius is making complex concepts accessible without dumbing them down. Yes, there’s maths—but it’s always connected to real outcomes, not abstract proofs. We provide a comprehensive glossary and Willem explains everything from first principles. If you understand basic engineering maths, you’re ready.

No course guarantees employment. What this does is give you the exact specialised knowledge that HR managers told us they look for. When you can discuss real F1 methodologies in interviews—not just textbook theory—you immediately stand out. It’s about being memorable in a sea of identical CVs.

Not at all. We have CEOs, hobby racers, and pure fans who’ve completed the course. Willem’s teaching style works whether you’re solving engineering problems or simply wanting to understand what Adrian Newey means by “managing the Y250 vortex.” The depth is there if you want it, but the clarity makes it accessible to any motivated learner.

Because Willem Toet is the only F1 Head of Aerodynamics teaching publicly. Full stop. This isn’t recycled textbook content or simplified explanations. It’s the actual methodologies used at Ferrari, Benetton, and BMW Sauber. If you could learn this elsewhere, we wouldn’t need to create this course.

First, Willem’s teaching is remarkably clear. Second, you can rewatch any section unlimited times. Third, the launch bonuses include live Q&A with Willem where you can ask questions directly.

Can’t find an Answer?

Ready to Transform Your Understanding of F1 Aerodynamics?

You’ve seen what’s possible. Learn directly from Willem Toet, the man who helped Schumacher win championships. The man who pioneered techniques still used in F1 today. The man other F1 aerodynamicists learned from.

You know what this could mean for you. Whether you’re aiming for an F1 career, improving your Formula Student design, or simply wanting to understand the sport you love at a deeper level—this is specialised knowledge that makes a real difference. The kind HR managers notice. The kind that transforms how you see aerodynamics forever.

You understand the opportunity. 15+ hours of knowledge that normally takes a decade to develop. Methodologies locked inside F1 teams. Thinking frameworks you literally cannot get anywhere else.

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Your Two Choices

Option 1: Keep doing what everyone else does. Send the same CV. Have the same knowledge. Hope for different results.

Option 2: Invest in transformation. Learn to think like an F1 aerodynamicist. Stand out in every technical discussion. Give yourself the edge you deserve.

The investment? £349. Less than a single textbook per week of the course.
The potential return? Priceless.

Join Engineers and Enthusiasts Who’ve Already Enrolled

They’re not waiting. They’re not wondering. They’re securing their competitive advantage right now.

Remember: This isn’t just about learning aerodynamics. It’s about learning to think like someone who’s won F1 championships. That transformation is worth everything.

Don’t let this opportunity slip through your fingers.

P.S. Still unsure? Remember our double guarantee: Try Week 1 risk-free. If you’re not thinking “where has this been all my life,” get a full refund. But here’s what actually happens—students message us asking if they can watch ahead. Once Willem opens your eyes to how F1 aerodynamics really works, you won’t want to stop.