Revving Up Safety: Motorsport UK Implements Impact Data Recorders for Elite Racing Series

Motorsport UK has made it mandatory for Impact Data Recorders to be installed in all cars participating in British and junior racing championships immediately, considering a broader rollout in the future. These devices, weighing only 12 grams, measure the impacts of crashes to provide detailed information on the car’s movements during accidents. Unlike more expensive Accident Data Recorders, Impact Data Recorders are user-friendly, allowing data to be easily accessed through a phone app using a QR code. Priced at £50, manufactured by Impact Detect of the Aim Technologies Group, Motorsport…

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Insightful analysis from Brad Pitt reveals intriguing parallels between F1 movie and notorious Crashgate scandal

Brad Pitt disclosed that the plot of F1: The Movie drew inspiration from notorious events in the championship’s history, notably the 2008 Crashgate scandal during the Singapore Grand Prix, leading to bans for several Renault team members. The movie, released globally this week, echoes multiple storylines reminiscent of the scandal, though without explicit mention of penalties or bans. Pitt, portraying ex-driver Sonny Hayes, highlighted the team’s approach to the project with immense admiration for F1 when asked on the Beyond the Grid podcast. The character, Sonny, deliberately commits strategic errors…

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Deciphering the Formula 1 Mastery: Unraveling the FIA’s Comprehensive Guidelines on Penalties and Points System

The FIA recently released its Formula 1 penalty system guidelines, outlining the various penalties and points assigned for each offense in a clear breakdown. These guidelines serve as a reference for FIA stewards in determining appropriate penalties for infractions during F1 races and practice sessions. The document covers a range of offenses, such as breaches of personnel curfew, improper use of tires, and leaving the track to gain an advantage. Penalties include grid place penalties, disqualifications, time penalties, and other sanctions depending on the severity of the offense and the…

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Decoding the FIA’s Formula 1 Regulations: Unraveling the Penalties and Points System

The FIA has released its Formula 1 penalty system guidelines, detailing the levels of penalties and points for each offense. This document, akin to the F1 racing guideline revealed before the Austrian Grand Prix, offers insights into the penalties stewards can impose and their implications. Key points from the FIA’s F1 penalties and points guidelines include penalties for offenses like receiving multiple reprimands or using mechanical assistance to re-join the race. Penalties for tire-related violations, such as using incorrect tires or failing to change them within three laps, are clearly…

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