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Ferrari fail to garner support in suspension protest
The 2017 season could begin with a protest after Ferrari failed to garner the support of the FIA and rival teams over the legality of the ‘trick' suspension systems used by Mercedes and Red Bull. Earlier this year Ferrari wrote to F1 race director Charlie Whiting questioning the legality of the pre-loaded suspension system. The system, pioneered by Mercedes, adjusts ride heights and produce greater downforce levels in corners through the use of a third suspension element. However, Article 3.15 of the regulations states that 'any specific part of the car influencing its aerodynamic performance must remain immobile in relation to the sprung part of the car.' According to Auto Motor und...
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