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The disqualification handed to Porsche’s Antonio Felix da Costa which stripped him of victory in yesterday’s Misano E-Prix, has left a febrile atmosphere between Porsche and the FIA. The Race explains the penalty logic and the ramifications:
The disqualification of Porsche’s Antonio Felix da Costa from yesterday’s Misano E-Prix victory has stirred tensions between Porsche and the FIA. The Race delves into the background and circumstances behind the disqualification, exploring the implications moving forward. The issue revolves around the presence of both Gen2 and Gen3 throttle spring parts in the official catalogue by Spark Racing Technologies, the exclusively authorized supplier for Formula E. The mix-up arose due to a lack of Gen3 parts availability at the start of the season, leading to older Gen2 spec parts being mistakenly used by teams. Porsche’s oversight in not thoroughly cross-referencing parts between old and new catalogues has been identified as a contributing factor. Despite the controversy, there seems to be no performance advantage in using the outdated springs, as confirmed by the stewards’ decision. Ongoing checks and investigations following the incident point towards a need for greater vigilance and adherence to technical regulations within the Formula E community.
