Red Bull with windshield - the future of F1? – Formula 1 – Wheels Icon

Il windshield installed this morning Red Bull di Riccardo during free practice 1 of Russian Grand Prix will future of F1? Probably. Device safety invented by the Austrian stable to protect carapace of Riders it can be used next season, and it looks much more convincing than Ferrari call haloLet's find out together strengths и defects this solution.

What is the purpose of the windshield in F1 Red Bull?

To prevent accidents like the one that happened with Felipe Massa during Hungarian Grand Prix 2009. On this occasion, the Brazilian driver - at that time a flower-bearer Ferrari - a broken spring hit the head Brawn gp di Rubens Barrichello and was forced to miss the rest of the season.

When did Formula 1 pilots start thinking about head protection?

Earlier this year, or rather March 3 2016 when Ferrari went on the rails during winter trials di Barcelona with a single car driven by Kimi Raikkonen equipped with a system halo.

Why didn't the Ferrari Halo system convince?

Il Halo system of Ferrari I don't like it for two reasons: aesthetics (black pipes forming a kind of cage) and poor visibility (one of the pipes is in front of the pilot).

What are the benefits of a Red Bull F1 windshield?

Il windshield of Red Bull F1 debuted on the track this morning Sochi it is beautifully designed and above all provides greater driver visibility than the Halo without compromising safety.

What are the disadvantages of a Red Bull F1 windshield?

Riccardo had a problem with availability on board. In the event of an accident, the driver must be able to quickly get out of the car.