IndyCar snubs F1-style Halo for 2019

IndyCar snubs F1-style Halo for 2019

Originally written by Joas van Wingerden. This version is a translation.

Wednesday 20 February 2019 12:03

Indycar has opted against using the Halo cockpit-protection device developed by the FIA in Formula 1. Instead, the series has announced the introduction of what it calls Advanced Frontal Protection. AFP will be mandatory from the Indianapolis 500 in May and beyond.

It is a titanium device made by Dallara which simply stands 3 inches tall ahead of the driver's head with the purpose of deflecting debris.

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"Safety is a never ending pursuit, and this is Indycar's latest step in the evolution," series president Jay Frye said.

It's a bit tricky to see! Note the highlighted piece here: https://t.co/Ujpqax6LTu pic.twitter.com/TdZYRlg5jc — NTT IndyCar Series (@IndyCar) February 19, 2019

A report on the official series website said Indycar "considered" following F1's lead by introducing Halo, but it is not compatible with the current chassis.

The other main F1-developed cockpit protection system was known as Windshield.

Indycar also tested a Windshield-type layout last year, but the official report said "recent testing proved that work remains before Indycar could implement its use".

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