IMPORTANT - Race suit standards and compliance

February 24, 2010

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO COMPETITORS

At the recent V8 Supercar event at Abu Dhabi it came to the attention of CAMS that a number of race suits were presented which were embroidered with an FIA Homologation number that does not align with the actual manufacturer of the suit. This is counter to the FIA’s regulations and therefore the suits are invalid for use in competition. 

CAMS has raised this matter with the FIA and further investigations will be undertaken to determine the circumstances of the situation and subsequent actions to be taken.

Competitors should be aware that for a suit to be in compliance with the FIA 8856-2000 standard, the suit homologation number and manufacturer must be as listed in FIA Technical List number 27. This information is embroidered on the back of the neck of each suit.

While only a small number of suits are believed to be affected, if you have any doubts as to the validity of your suit, CAMS suggests that you contact your supplier and/or the manufacturer for further advice.

Please note that any suit with incorrect homologation information will not be accepted for use in competition.