Jules Bianchi crash may lead to enclosed F1 cockpits, says Williams
Claire Williams says: Enclosed cockpits arent easy technically But Williams deputy principal adds: Safety is paramount Jules Bianchi critical but stable in Japanese hospital Video: Bernie Ecclestone says accident was unfortunate
Formula One has to consider bringing in enclosed cockpits to improve driver safety after the serious accident involving Jules Bianchi, according to one of the heads of the Williams team.
Autosport magazine claimed the sports top teams rejected a move by the FIA last year to introduce closed cockpits because they felt the structures would make cars look ugly. Claire Williams, the deputy team principal of the Williams F1 team, refused to confirm if that had been rejected but said the enclosed cockpits now had to be looked at.
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