Safety tech in Rally

Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile

RallySafe is the world’s most advanced rally management system. Using the latest technology, RallySafe is an all-in-one advanced safety, timing and tracking package and one of the most robust, feature-heavy technology platforms to ever be used in motorsport. The system comprises a unit for each vehicle, a cloud-based management portal, mobile apps, and timing/management accessories, all of which together provide advanced vehicle-to-vehicle/race control safety warnings, global tracking coverage and automated timing features.

Side impact protection

Side-impact-protection

Due to the virtually non-existent deformation zones on the side of the car, occupants are particularly vulnerable in a side crash. Since the bodywork at this point offers, unlike the front and rear sections, very little scope for absorbing energy by means of crumple zones, the sides must be designed with maximum stability, so that the passenger cell is deformed as little as possible. Rally Cars use Reinforced Side impact Protection system which increase the rigidity of the doors and distribute the energy in the event of a side-on crash.

The roll cage

Rollcage

the most significant equipment for personal protection in rally vehicles in particular. It is an assembly of gauge pipes joined together which stiffen the chassis and help in absorbing the impacts particularly during a rollover.

The HANS

HANS

(Head and Neck Support device) device maintains the relative position of the head to the body. HANS device is primarily made of Carbon Fiber reinforced Polymer. HANS device is shaped like a "U" is attached to the helmet of the driver. It transferring energy to the chest, torso, shoulder as the head is decelerated.

A fire suppression system

Fire supression system

It has built-in components that detect fires at the beginning stages through heat, smoke, and other warning signals. Automatic FSS releases the application of an external substance to extinguish the fire after the detection and/or alert. They employ Fire alarm relays, including wireless and detector bases acting like an electric.

Multi-point harness Seatbelts

Multi-point harness seatbelts

The seatbelts are usually 6-point harness, which hold the occupant’s body tightly and safe under any circumstances.

Bucket Seats

Bucket Seats

Designed specifically for the driver, it provides advanced lateral support and weight distribution, which helps the driver withstand g-force while cornering.

Supersized Substantial Radiator System

Without this overheating could kill the engine.

Other Safety Tech

Side Impact Protection

Impact-Absorbing Foam

Foam-Filled Petrol Tanks: RG22 foam

Flame-Resistant Clothing

Head Restraint

ST5 Carbon helmet- excellent insulation from external noise and are certified for use in racing

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