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Mercedes' DAS system not legal under 2021 regulations

Mercedes' controversial steering system ‘DAS' isn't permitted under the published 2021 Technical Regulations, but appears legal for 2020. Mercedes caught the eye of the world on Thursday, when Lewis Hamilton was spotted in onboard shots pulling his steering wheel backwards towards him while driving down the straights of the Circuit de Catalunya-Barcelona. He would then push the wheels forward again approaching braking areas, with the wheels appearing to change camber and toe with the steering wheel movements. Mercedes then confirmed they have put a novel steering system called ‘DAS' (Dual Axis Steering) on their W11, and that the FIA are aware of it. Tech Insight: What is...
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