General · 29 April 2026
FIA sets strict penalties for exploiting new start safety before Miami.
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Safer race starts matter because drivers fear major crashes if teams use the new procedure for a performance edge. The FIA is preparing strict penalties for any team that exploits planned start safety changes for competitive gain before the Miami Grand Prix weekend. Officials want the updated system to stop dangerous speed gaps seen earlier this season, including the near-miss involving Liam Lawson and Franco Colapinto.
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