Lewis Hamilton says the ban on drivers’ free speech will not prevent him from speaking out on key issues.
Hamilton is the latest driver to voice concerns about a new rule prohibiting “personal, religious and political statements” without written consent.
Governing body the FIA says it will clarify the meaning of the new rule it introduced this year.
“Nothing will stop me from speaking on the things I am passionate about,” said Hamilton.
“The sport has a responsibility to speak out and create awareness on important topics, particularly as we are travelling to different places. So nothing changes.”
Team-mate George Russell, a director of the Grand Prix Drivers’ Association, added: “We are not going to limit our thoughts because of some silly regulation. We are all going to share whatever views we have.
“I am not sure why the FIA has taken a stance like this. It is totally unnecessary in the sport and the world we live in.” (BBC Sports)