Criticism of easily awarded penalty points: 'The riders find it unnecessary'
Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton criticized the FIA on Thursday for the ease with which penalty points are awarded.
The current system means that drivers can lose their driving license if they accumulate 12 points within a 12-month period.
Verstappen, who has 10 penalty points on his license, said: "I think the penalty points system is a bit too harsh. I mean, if you get a penalty point for every little thing, you're going to lose your license very quickly."
Hamilton, who has 7 penalty points on his license, agreed with Verstappen. He said: "I think the FIA needs to look at the penalty points system and make it more fair. At the moment, it's too easy to lose your license."
The FIA has defended the penalty points system, saying that it is necessary to deter drivers from dangerous driving. However, the drivers' criticism suggests that the system may need to be reviewed.
The penalty points system was introduced in 2014 in an attempt to improve safety in Formula 1. However, the system has been criticized by some drivers who believe that it is too harsh.
The most common types of offenses that lead to penalty points are speeding, dangerous driving, and impeding other drivers. However, drivers can also receive penalty points for less serious offenses, such as failing to wear a seatbelt or driving without insurance.
Drivers who accumulate 12 penalty points within a 12-month period will lose their driving license. They will also be required to take a driving course before they can get their license back.
The FIA has defended the penalty points system, saying that it is necessary to deter drivers from dangerous driving. However, the drivers' criticism suggests that the system may need to be reviewed.
One possible change to the system would be to increase the number of penalty points that drivers can accumulate before they lose their license. Another possible change would be to make it more difficult for drivers to receive penalty points for less serious offenses.
The FIA is likely to review the penalty points system in the coming months. The drivers' criticism is likely to be taken into account when making any changes to the system.
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