P1racenews AI automatic summary:
How Mercedes and Ferrari fall foul of F1’s plank rules
“In the recent incident, the planks on the cars of Ferrari and Mercedes were found to be worn down too much during the race weekend in Austin, leading to disqualifications. Compliance with the plank rules is crucial, as even a 1mm difference in wear can result in failure. The FIA measures wear on the plank at specific locations designated within the technical regulations, and it was the rearmost hole that failed the test for Leclerc and Hamilton. The wear on the planks occurred because the cars were running too low to the ground, likely influenced by the rear ride height chosen by the teams. The FIA randomly selects cars to check compliance with the plank rules, and on this occasion, Verstappen’s Red Bull and Norris’ McLaren passed the inspection, while Leclerc’s Ferrari and Hamilton’s Mercedes did not. This incident highlights the importance of strict adherence to the regulations and serves as a learning experience for the teams involved.”
Source: motorsport
