A so-called ‘halo’ design is thought to be a frontrunner for how cars could look
FORMULA 1 bosses are planning to introduce driver head protection for the 2017 season.
Governing body the FIA has told teams it wants to introduce a device called a ‘halo’, designed to protect drivers’ heads from large airborne debris.
The FIA sees no reason why it cannot be introduced and is working with teams to finalise plans, BBC Sport has learned.
GP Drivers’ Association chairman Alexander Wurz said drivers were “happy” a commitment had been made.
Wurz made clear last week, before a meeting of F1’s technical chiefs, that the drivers felt it was time for the ‘halo’ to be introduced.
Wurz told BBC Sport: “Obviously the drivers are happy that the technical team representatives agreed for the additional head protection to come in for 2017 following the drivers’ recommendation and the FIA research.