P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Track limits have dominated past visits to the Red Bull Ring but key changes have been made to hopefully end the furore.
The FIA has implemented significant changes at the Red Bull Ring before the Austrian Grand Prix to address the ongoing track limits issues. Last year saw numerous violations, penalties, and delays in race results due to protests. New measures include gravel strips behind the kerbs at specific turns and adjusting the positioning of white lines to deter drivers from going off track. Race director Niels Wittich emphasized the need to clarify track limits and prevent rule violations that occurred last season. Drivers will now face natural deterrents like gravel strips that slow down the car if exceeded, improving feedback and ensuring adherence to regulations. Wittich’s team encountered challenges in adapting the Red Bull Ring’s two-meter wide kerbs to the new system due to the Formula 1 car’s width, leading to innovative solutions to maintain track integrity.
