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Why the FIA’s traffic busting stance may prove tricky for cold Las Vegas
Since the Italian Grand Prix, the FIA has been adjusting its approach to the issue of slow cars in qualifying causing problems for faster cars. They initially implemented a maximum time for each lap in qualifying, but then abandoned it for Singapore before reinstating it for the Japanese GP. While the minimum speed requirement has made qualifying easier for teams, it has made it more challenging for drivers who want to go slow to prevent their tires from overheating. Mercedes trackside engineering director Andrew Shovlin believes that while the system has its benefits, it may not work in certain locations where drivers need to go fast to heat up their tires. The FIA acknowledges that adjustments may need to be made to the system, as not all drivers are happy with it.
Source: motorsport
