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The FIA has issued a clarification and update on regulations surrounding the homologated throttle pedal map for Formula E teams after Porsche was suspected to have found a loophole within them after winning the Mexico City E-Prix earlier this month
The FIA has released an update on regulations regarding the throttle pedal map for Formula E teams, in response to suspicions that Porsche had exploited a loophole in the regulations during the Mexico City E-Prix. New directives have been implemented to prevent automated launches away from the start line. The regulations did not explicitly define this loophole, but it is believed that Porsche manipulated the off-throttle control of the cars. The updated regulations now provide more detailed rules on torque and maximum power during off-throttle control. Porsche’s director of motorsport for Formula E, Florian Modlinger, stated that they adhere to the regulations and have acted in accordance with them. Porsche faced an investigation during the Mexico City E-Prix, which resulted in the loss of two team members and discussions with the FIA’s Technical Cross-Disciplinary supervisor. Rival team principals have requested further clarity on the investigations.
