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F1 will trial a revised driver identification system this weekend at the Belgian GP, introducing three-letter acronyms to each car’s onboard ‘T-bar’ cameras.
Formula 1 will introduce a new driver identification system at the Belgian Grand Prix, displaying three-letter acronyms on each car’s onboard cameras. The acronyms, like ‘LEC’ for Charles Leclerc or ‘NOR’ for Lando Norris, aim to make it easier for fans to identify drivers during live broadcasts. This change is part of F1’s effort to enhance viewer experience through clearer visual cues, being evaluated during all sessions at Spa for potential full implementation. Previous attempts at similar ideas in 2017 saw resistance from teams, like Force India, before compliance became widespread by the end of the season. The latest tweak, aligning onboard camera branding with official timing screens, seeks to further improve car and driver recognition in real-time coverage, with the outcome determining if it becomes a permanent feature.
