WARNING: Think Before you buy a new crash helmet!!!!

[Trevor Williams]

This was issued by the FIA in a recent press release:

SAFETY

From January 1, 2008, an FIA-approved head restraint (HANS) will be mandatory for all drivers and co-drivers in all FIA championships, trophies, cups and challenges. From January 1, 2009 it will be mandatory for entrants in all other events entered on the FIA International Sporting Calendar.

Whilst this does not affect us at the moment, be aware that our 24 hour race is inscribed on the FIA International Sporting calendar as a National Event with Authorised Foreign Participation (NEAFP). Not sure if this would mean that we have to comply with this, but knowing how the FIA changes force us to spend extra cash I would put some thought into this when buying a crash helmet

So, when buying a new crash helmet, make sure it is compatable with the HANs device, or consider finding the extra cash to have the posts fitted. At least then you would be ready to spend the additional £600 for the device in 2009!!!

Cheers

Trevor