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FIA reveals ultra-protective helmet standard for F1
The FIA has released a new top-end helmet standard that will bring about increased protection for racing drivers in all major championships, following over a decade of research to create the ultimate standard for helmet manufacturers to meet to further increase safety. The latest standard, called FIA 8860-2018, outlines the design and performance requirements that the helmet manufacturers must achieve to provide equipment for the FIA’s top series. It will be mandatory for Formula One from 2019 and in other championships soon after. These new helmets will offer a number of safety benefits, including advanced ballistic protection, increased energy absorption and an extended area of...
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