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“We were racing at circuits where there were no crash barriers in front of the pits, and fuel was lying about in churns in the pit lane. A car could easily crash into the pits at any time. It was ridiculous.” quote by Jackie Stewart
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“We were racing at circuits where there were no crash barriers in front of the pits, and fuel was lying about in churns in the pit lane. A car could easily crash into the pits at any time. It was ridiculous.”

Jackie Stewart

About This Quote

Source Interview: Autobiography "Winning Is Not Enough", 1977

Racing on unsafe tracks highlighted the need for better safety measures in motorsport.

In simple terms: Unsafe tracks demand safety improvements.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize safety in racing.

Themes

safety risk motorsport

Mood

concerned serious

Type

advisory reflective

When to use this quote

  • track design
  • pit lane safety
  • driver training
  • event planning

Key Concepts

risk management engineering regulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can safety be balanced with competition?
  • What incentives encourage safer track designs?
A Different Perspective

Safety upgrades cost money and may face resistance.

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