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2018 ban for T-wings

T-wings and shark fin engine covers are set to be outlawed in 2018 following a meeting of the F1 Strategy Group and the F1 Commission in Paris. The appendages have proved unpopular with fans for cosmetic reasons this season, while there have also been safety concerns following a number of t-wings following from cars on track. Red Bull estimated £50,000 worth of damage was caused when Max Verstappen ran over the t-wing which fell off Valtteri Bottas' Mercedes in Bahrain. Ted and Pat are at the Skypad to analyse Mercedes' approach to 2017 The FIA will also tighten up regulations surrounding engine oil, amid rumours some teams are using excess lubricant to enhance their engine...
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