Haynes Lotus 79 Owners’ Workshop Manual: 1977 onwards (all Models): An insight into the design, engineering and operation of the

The Lotus 79, with its classic JPS black and gold sponsorship colours, was the first F1 car to fully exploit the potential of ground-effect aerodynamics. Designed by Colin Chapman and his engineering team, the Lotus 79 dominated the 1978 World Championship, taking US driver Mario Andretti with his only F1 World Championship.