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  "id": 12822776,
  "title": "FIA to ‘strengthen’ software testing after F1 cars stopped on track in Malaysia",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/fia-to-strengthen-software-testing-after-f1-cars-stopped-on-track-in",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-08T07:55:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/autoracing/2026/10/08/fia-to-strengthen-software-testing-after-f1-cars-stopped-on-track-in-malaysia"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The FIA defended its response to a software bug in Formula 1 cars that delayed the Bahrain Grand Prix start in Malaysia. Seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton and other drivers were left stuck on track due to the issue. The FIA investigated and found that the cars experienced power loss beyond original intent, which could not be recovered. After the cars were stuck, the start was suspended while the FIA rushed out a software update. The race eventually started almost an hour later without any software-related incidents. The FIA plans to use the same update for the Singapore Grand Prix if rain is forecast, and will implement further updates for the United States Grand Prix. The FIA committed to strengthening power unit software testing and verification, including independent assessment and collaborative feedback. Drivers criticized the software bugs, with Hamilton comparing driving the cars to previous gimmicky exhibitions and Max Verstappen calling for a \"lesson learned.\"",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}