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Who would have thought we’d ever see this standard road car device on an F1 car?
The addition of hazard warning lights on F1 cars comes decades after becoming standard in road cars, showing the sport’s commitment to safety. The FIA made it a requirement under Article 14.3.3 to have additional lights on the side of the car, enhancing visibility, especially in wet conditions where spray can obstruct views. The introduction of these sidelights aims to prevent accidents by making spinning cars more visible to others on the track. Along with the new lights, other safety features have been reinforced including the roll hoop and side impact structures to improve driver protection. FIA single-seater director Nikolas Tombazis emphasized that safety remains a top priority with these advancements in place. The recent crash involving Isack Hadjar’s Red Bull in testing highlighted the importance of these hazard warning lights in alerting other drivers on the track.
