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FIA keeping an eye on IndyCar's windscreen

Although Formula 1 has opted for Halo as its cockpit protection device, the FIA are keeping a close eye on IndyCar's windscreen trials. This season Formula 1 will race the Halo have declared that cockpit protection is needed. IndyCars over in America is following suit, however, they are taking a different route in trialing a windscreen. 'Of course we have seen it,' FIA safety delegate Laurent Mekies told Racer Magazine. 'As far as safety is concerned we work closely with all other motorsport stakeholders.  'Four times a year during our research working group we meet with all the key players for safety research. So we meet with IndyCar, we meet with NASCAR, we meet with the guys in V8...
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