Martin Brundle expressed concerns to the FIA that the power delivery system is flawed following Ollie Bearman’s crash at the Japanese Grand Prix. Bearman found himself in a high-speed incident while trying to avoid Alpine’s Franco Colapinto, who was harvesting energy during the race at Suzuka. Brundle defended Colapinto, attributing the incident to the closing speeds between the drivers on a flat-out curve. He highlighted the unpredictability of modern power units that lack the traditional cues of engine issues, emphasizing the need for linear power delivery proportional to the driver’s throttle input for safety. Brundle called for the removal of self-learning aspects in the cars to align with the driver-alone regulation. He echoed concerns from drivers like Lando Norris about unexpected battery surges affecting their performance, pointing out the importance of prioritizing safety in motorsport for fans, officials, pit crews, and drivers alike. Brundle acknowledged the challenges posed by the current power unit hardware and urged the FIA to address these flaws promptly to avoid any potential safety risks.
Martin Brundle Urges FIA to Address Flaws in F1 Power Delivery
