Article C14.7.1
Lateral Safety lights
Technical Regulations
Article C14.7.1
Lateral Safety lights
Chapter: SECTION C: TECHNICAL REGULATIONS
In Simple Terms
F1 cars must have two safety lights on their sides (one on each side) that are made by an FIA-approved manufacturer. These lights need to be positioned in a specific area and must be clearly visible from both the front and side angles of the car so other drivers and officials can see them.
- Two lateral safety lights required - one on each side of the car
- Must use FIA-designated manufacturer for the lights
- Lights must be positioned within the RV-LATERAL-SAFETY-LIGHT volume specification
- Must have unobstructed visibility from front and side views of the vehicle
Official FIA Text
Two lateral safety lights (one each side), FIA designated manufacturer, within RV-LATERAL-SAFETY-LIGHT volume, unobscured view from front and side of car.
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