The Formula 1 overtaking problem: another simple solution by Peter Windsor. Problem: how to improve overtaking in F1.

Problem: how to improve overtaking in F1. Solution: revise the tyre regulations. So says Frank Dernie, the Williams and Benetton F1 championship-winning engineer. Whilst basically agreeing that Peter Wright’s idea of a return to sliding skirts would provide a major step in the right direction (albeit with potential damage to track surfaces), Frank offers a Plan B. It would save money for Pirelli, too…