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Mercedes: Open-source designs in F1 'worth exploring'
Mercedes technical director James Allison believes the idea of an open-source system of designs in F1 built over several years is "worthy of exploring". Like in the world of open-source software where source code is published and allowed to be used under a specific licence, Formula 1 is mulling the idea of teams publishing online design and parts documents for rivals to use. The system has been suggested as a viable alternative to a standardization of certain components in F1, an approach intended to lower costs but which has been criticized by teams, especially Ferrari, who fear such a scheme could lead to reliability issues. FIA delays standard brake supplier plans for 2021...
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