The new Formula 2 chassis, which is scheduled to be built and homologated for the 2024 season, will be suitable for both female and male drivers. In particular, the possibility of using power steering to reduce the load is discussed, and in general the car will be seriously updated.
Bruno Michael, series leader: “When developing a new machine it is important to ensure that it is suitable for both men and women. At the same time, we do not want to complicate the design, if it is not necessary. We will discuss this with the FIA and hopefully come to a proper solution.
We used to develop a new car every three years, and that remained relevant, but now we do that every six years for economic reasons. It is clear that during this time the machine becomes obsolete.
First of all, the new car will have all modern security solutions. Those on the machines now meet the requirements of the FIA six years ago. This is already a very drastic change.
In addition, it is important that this car prepares racers for Formula 1, and we will try to adapt solutions from Formula 1 to Formula 2. And the car should look more like Formula 1 on the outside.
And thirdly, we need a car that allows the riders to actively fight on the track, so that the races are spectacular. We did this well, but there is always room for improvement. We are working on the 2024 car with the FIA aerodynamicists who were developing the 2022 F1 regulations in an effort to reduce downforce losses behind the rival car.
And fourth, while this is very important, we need to make a car that doesn’t cost a fortune. And this is the hardest part, because everything I listed before leads to additional costs. It is important to ensure that the transition to new equipment does not bankrupt teams when they have to buy cars that are much more expensive than before. You have to be very careful not only with the car itself, but also with all the spare parts that they have to buy.
The design should be simple. We need to make sure that when there is a problem the teams can replace a small part, not half a car. Therefore, when discussing the possibility of power steering, we have to be sure that we can implement it at the same cost level as today, because the riders will have to pay the bills. And here you have to be extra careful.”
Source: F1 News
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