F1 trials unique ‘blue warning’ race start at Bahrain pre-season testing

F1 trials unique ‘blue warning’ race start at Bahrain pre-season testing

Safety concerns over the race start have resulted in a trial taking place at the end of each day of testing

FIA trials longer start procedure to ease turbo challenges

The FIA is trialing in Bahrain a new F1 start procedure – a subtle but potentially crucial tweak ahead of the sport’s new-generation era.

Why McLaren is now encouraged by F1 practice starts as Bahrain trials continue

The McLaren F1 team has backed tweaks to give drivers more time on the starting grid to prepare their power units, as trials in Bahrain pre-season testing are set to continue on Thursday and Friday

F1 drivers dismiss danger concerns around new race starts

Two veteran Formula 1 drivers have dismissed concerns around the potential danger of prolonged starting procedures due to the new regulations. Last week, the issue of safety was raised specifically on start line getaways, when drivers who attempted mock race starts struggled to launch from their respective grid slots in sufficient time. This was down to drivers’ new responsibilities to ensure ample battery capacity and revving the engine, due to…