The FIA will ban outboard mirror designs as of the upcoming Chinese Grand Prix in a fortnight’s time, following concerns raised over the poor visibility currently afforded by them.
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While Ferrari were the first team to implement the use of wide-set mirrors in 2006, the majority of the teams have now taken the concept much further by mounting the mirrors in such a way to create the maximum aerodynamic benefit. |
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The FIA has moved to ban their positioning on aesthetic safety grounds, meaning the mirrors will now have to be fitted to the cockpit sides from there on.
A sensible decision! Will we see the Eifelland periscope mirror (pictured) make a comeback?
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