FIA set to crack down on clever F1 car ride trick at US GP
FIA has raised concerns about possible adjustments under parc fermé conditions which could violate F1's technical regulations.
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Formula 1 resumes this weekend with its 19th race of the season and excitement is in the air as fans gear up for the United States Grand Prix. However, alongside the thrill of competition, the FIA is investigating some serious allegations of rule breaches.
Concerns have been raised about a team’s potential modifications to car components while under parc fermé conditions. Recent discussions between the FIA and several F1 teams have sparked concern over potential adjustments to front bib clearance by an unnamed team.
If true, this could provide a significant advantage by optimizing ride height for both low-fuel qualifying laps and heavier race setups during the race. However, any modifications made during parc fermé would violate F1’s technical regulations. These regulations explicitly prohibit changes to aerodynamic configurations, except for adjustments to the front wing.
Any adjustment to the front bib clearance during parc ferme conditions is strictly prohibited by the regulations. While we have not received any indication of any team employing such a system, the FIA remains vigilant in our ongoing efforts to enhance the policing of the sport.
An FIA spokesperson told Motorsport
The FIA has increased scrutiny at the United States GP in response to these growing suspicions. While they recognize the concerns teams have raised, they haven’t found solid proof that anyone has used this technique. To prevent any unauthorized modifications, the FIA has enforced stricter inspection protocols, ensuring teams cannot make undetected adjustments.
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