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Lando Norris Fears Cars Could ‘Fly over Fences’ Under New Formula 1 Rules
Norris says the new overtake mode creates speed differences that could cause serious crashes, raising safety concerns for drivers and fans, with FIA urged to take action.
- Lando Norris, McLaren driver, warned on March 8, 2026, that the overtake mode's sudden boosts could cause a serious crash, endangering drivers and spectators.
- Pointing to the regulations, Norris warned recent rule changes have worsened cars and increased accident risk, adding 'It is chaos, and we are going to have a big accident...' in Melbourne.
- Norris warned, 'It is chaos, and we are going to have a big accident', with Verstappen saying his future depends on this season's regulations.
- Norris and peers urged the governing bodies to act, saying F1 and the FIA appear willing to listen and hope for concrete steps as Verstappen warned his future may hinge on the regulations.
- With Russell leading the championship, the Australian Grand Prix victory and Mercedes' early advantage heighten safety and rule debate urgency.
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