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Will Formula E’s first races at MotoGP track Misano be a track limits and kerb abusing mess? Here’s how the series is trying to prevent that
The FIA has added extra kerbing on the Misano circuit to prevent track limits violations during this weekend’s Formula E double-header event. The track, mainly designed for motorcycle racing, is the venue for MotoGP’s San Marino Grand Prix. Concerns were raised about drivers cutting corners due to the track’s configuration, prompting the installation of ‘banana kerbing’ at specific turns. Monitoring of track limits will be done through CCTV cameras, with drivers required to keep two wheels inside the kerbing on corner exits. Additional safety measures, such as street circuit style entry walls and kerbing, have been put in place by race director Scot Elkins. McLaren FE team manager Gary Paffett, who has raced at Misano in the DTM, has praised the preparations but raised concerns about potential issues during races due to the new kerbing. Nissan driver Sacha Fenestraz and Abt Cupra driver Lucas di Grassi also shared their thoughts on the safety implications and enforcement of track limits at the circuit.
