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Modern F1 should adopt full canopy solution - di Grassi

©DR Audi WEC driver and former Virgin F1 racer Lucas di Grassi believes Formula 1 should enter a new era of modernization and commit to a full canopy safety solution. The Brazilian, who also competes in Formula E, thinks that the sport should take a few pointers from the World Endurance Championship and not have any inhibitions when it comes to defining a cockpit-protection system. Both Ferrari, with its 'Halo' concept, and Red Bull have come forward with practical solutions while the FIA has yet to decide on a definitive design it hopes to introduce in 2017. "For me, the optimum solution is a [full] canopy," di Grassi told Motorsport.com. "That's why LMP cars have full...
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