The FIA is considering increasing pit lane speeds at select tracks to encourage more stops and create dynamic new race strategies.
The FIA is seriously considering raising speed limits in the pit lane at select circuits to shake up race strategy and improve the show.
A few weeks ago, this idea surfaced alongside other suggestions like softer tyre compounds from Pirelli. Now, it’s gaining real momentum.
Currently, pit lane speeds are capped at 80 km/h during races, and just 60 km/h at tighter circuits like Monaco, Melbourne, Zandvoort, and Singapore. The proposal on the table? Bring back the pre-2014 standard of 100 km/h where it’s safe to do so, or at least move circuits limited to 60 km/h up to 80 km/h.
The impact could be significant. Teams could save up to 5 seconds on a standard pit stop, and as much as 7 seconds on longer pit lanes like Singapore. That might be enough to make two-stop strategies a real option again, especially if Pirelli delivers softer tyres as planned. Some teams still argue the current rubber isn’t aggressive enough to force such choices.
In Miami, Charles Leclerc reacted cautiously to the idea.
“I hadn’t heard about it before, but I wouldn’t apply it to every race. Some pit lanes are just too narrow.”
“It might work at certain tracks, but honestly, it’s not something I had considered. I’d need to look more closely at how it would affect safety, especially for the mechanics. But yes, in some cases, it could make sense.”
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FIA Plans Pit Lane Speed Boost to Shake Up Strategy
FIA Plans Pit Lane Speed Boost to Shake Up Strategy
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