Grand Prix Announces New Safety Measures After Fatal Crash
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem Vows to Improve Safety in Formula One
Following the tragic death of Formula One driver Jules Bianchi at the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix, the FIA has announced a number of new safety measures aimed at preventing similar accidents in the future.
The most significant change is the introduction of a new "virtual safety car" system. This system will be used to slow down the race in the event of an incident, without the need for a full safety car to be deployed. This will reduce the risk of drivers crashing into stationary cars or marshals.
Other changes include the introduction of new headrest protection for drivers, and the widening of the run-off areas at several circuits. The FIA has also pledged to continue to work with teams and drivers to identify and implement further safety improvements.
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem Vows to Improve Safety in Formula One
In a statement, FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said that the new safety measures were a "top priority" for the organization.
"We are committed to doing everything we can to improve safety in Formula One," Ben Sulayem said. "The death of Jules Bianchi was a tragedy, and we must learn from this incident to prevent similar accidents from happening in the future."
Ben Sulayem said that the new safety measures were the result of a thorough review of the Bianchi crash and other recent incidents in Formula One.
"We have identified a number of areas where we can make improvements," Ben Sulayem said. "These new measures are a step in the right direction, but we will continue to work with teams and drivers to identify and implement further safety improvements."
New Safety Measures Announced by the FIA
- Introduction of a new "virtual safety car" system
- Introduction of new headrest protection for drivers
- Widening of the run-off areas at several circuits
- Continued work with teams and drivers to identify and implement further safety improvements
