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F1 teams have been forbidden from sending emails during the annual summer shutdown, or else face up to the prospect of receiving a costly penalty.
F1 teams are not allowed to send emails during the annual summer shutdown, or they could face costly penalties enforced by the FIA.
The break consists of a mandatory 14-day period in which all teams and their staff must refrain from any work-related activities.
This includes restrictions on using resources for car performance improvements, communication like emails, phone calls, and meetings.
Penalties for breaching these rules could range from fines to points deductions in the constructors’ championship.
The FIA ensures that all teams get an equal break and prevent any unfair advantages during the shutdown period.
Most F1 drivers use this time to relax and recharge away from the pressures of racing, like Lando Norris, Charles Leclerc, and Lewis Hamilton.
Soon, they will shift their focus back to racing as the Dutch Grand Prix kicks off next weekend, with Max Verstappen spending time with his family before returning to the track.
