Toto Wolff wants to see changes to the F1 rules after Oliver Bearman’s terrifying crash at Suzuka.
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has urged the FIA and F1 teams to consider revising regulations to prevent incidents like Oliver Bearman’s frightening crash at the Japanese Grand Prix.
Bearman’s collision at Suzuka highlights the risk of dramatic closing speed differentials, a concern raised by several drivers previously.
Although no contact occurred between Bearman’s car and Franco Colapinto’s, the potential for future accidents is a major worry for the motorsport community.
The FIA and F1 were already planning rule reviews during the upcoming break before the Miami Grand Prix, primarily focusing on qualifying.
However, safety concerns following Bearman’s crash will likely take precedence on the agenda, with Wolff emphasizing the need for thorough analysis and potential changes to avoid similar incidents.
Findings to prevent overspeeds remain uncertain, but Mercedes and other stakeholders are committed to addressing safety issues to enhance driver protection on the track.