Teams running front-to-rear interconnected (FRIC) suspension systems at this weekend's German Grand Prix appear likely to face protests from rivals following recent moves by the FIA. Designed to stabilise the aerodynamic platform of the cars in both pitch and roll, the FRIC systems have become common place in Formula 1 over recent years. The FIA's technical delegate Charlie Whiting sent a note to teams last week, however, warning that the systems may be in breach of regulations prohibiting movable aerodynamic devices. The FIA subsequently suggested that, rather itself reporting suspect cars to the stewards in Germany, the federation would leave it up to the individual teams to protest one...
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