One of the proposals submitted to reduce costs in Formula 1 would be to drastically reduce the number of test days.
British magazine Autosport writes today that amongst the changes that are discussed by the FIA and the teams is a revamp of the testing regulations.
The story indicated that a number of proposals are being considered, including the ban of in-season testing and the reduction of pre-season testing sessions from three to two.
The teams are divided over the relevance of the in-season test. Some says that they are essential to develop the cars while other directors claim they are an unneeded, additional expense that is a cause of stress for their employees.
Ferrari Technical Director, James Allison considers changes to the testing regulations are a more effective way to cut costs than simply changing technical rules.
McLaren’s director of racing, Frenchman Eric Boullier isn't entirely convinced, though, and suggested that too many rule changes over a short period of time could have the opposite effect and rise the costs.
British magazine Autosport writes today that amongst the changes that are discussed by the FIA and the teams is a revamp of the testing regulations.
The story indicated that a number of proposals are being considered, including the ban of in-season testing and the reduction of pre-season testing sessions from three to two.
The teams are divided over the relevance of the in-season test. Some says that they are essential to develop the cars while other directors claim they are an unneeded, additional expense that is a cause of stress for their employees.
Ferrari Technical Director, James Allison considers changes to the testing regulations are a more effective way to cut costs than simply changing technical rules.
McLaren’s director of racing, Frenchman Eric Boullier isn't entirely convinced, though, and suggested that too many rule changes over a short period of time could have the opposite effect and rise the costs.
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| Team Lotus testing at Bahrain. (Photo: WRi2) |