: The team even famously printed "We didn’t want a rear wing" on the back of the car. 2. Hybrid Power Under the Hood
: Instead of a wing, the car generated its downforce through an "extremely clever" underbody and floor design, using a massive rear diffuser to create suction.
The "9X8" name pays homage to Peugeot's racing heritage: the "9" represents their high-performance models (like the 905 and 908), the "X" signifies its all-wheel-drive technology, and the "8" aligns with the brand's contemporary road car naming. 1. A Radical Gamble: The Wingless Design