Side Jack

In Simple Terms

A side jack is a specialized lifting device that can be used to jack up an F1 car from the side in emergency or unusual situations, rather than the standard front and rear jacking points. This allows teams flexibility when standard jacking procedures cannot be safely performed.

• Side jacks can only be used in unusual or emergency situations
• Provides an alternative to front and rear jacking points
• Must comply with FIA technical specifications and safety standards
• Team must demonstrate the need for side jacking to race officials