The Safety Car neutralises the race when there is a hazard that needs marshals on track but does not require a red flag. Drivers bunch up behind it at a controlled speed and overtaking is not allowed. It is signalled with "SC" boards and yellow flags.
When the hazard is cleared, the Safety Car returns to the pits and the race restarts at the start/finish line.
Race neutralised behind the Safety Car.
For an incident or debris that needs to be cleared while keeping the cars moving.
Race RGB pulses your lights for a Safety Car period so you know the race is neutralised until the green returns.
Safety car FAQ
What does the Safety Car mean in F1?
The Safety Car neutralises the race behind a controlled pace. Cars bunch up, overtaking is banned, and marshals can work safely on track.
Can you overtake behind the Safety Car?
No. Overtaking is not allowed while the Safety Car is deployed, until the race goes green again.
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