FIA clarifies Safety Car message error at British GP
ESPN F1 • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 6:36 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The FIA confirmed that the message indicating the Safety Car would exit at the end of the British Grand Prix was displayed due to a software error. This development arises as teams and drivers faced uncertainty during the race's crucial moments. The miscommunication could have impacted strategies as the situation unfolded. An investigation into the error is expected, as officials seek to prevent similar occurrences in future events.
- •FIA stated the Safety Car message was erroneous.
- •Error attributed to software malfunction.
- •Confusion affected teams' strategies during the race.
- •Further investigation into the incident is anticipated.
- •Season implications may arise from this occurrence.
- 7:08 PMESPN F1 — Safety Car message at end of British GP 'error'
"The FIA has said the message saying the Safety Car would come in at the end of the British Grand Prix "was displayed erroneously due to a software error."
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