Kevin Magnussen has revealed that he was one of seven drivers to vote against the introduction of the Halo cockpit-protection device for the 2018 Formula 1 season.
The FIA asked all 22 F1 drivers to vote on whether or not they would like to see the Halo introduced next year, after its introduction was delayed. Only 16 drivers responded, with seven of those voting against, whilst four voted in favour. Four drivers abstained.
Haas driver Magnussen confirmed he voted against its introduction for a number of reasons.
"I voted no," he confirmed to Danish newspaper BT. "I think it is against Formula 1's DNA,
"The halo will undoubtedly reduce the risk if one were to be hit by a wheel or debris from another car. But I just think that there are many other things you should look at first if you want to enhance security."
Magnussen doesn't believe it would have helped Jules Bianchi's chances of survival following the Frenchman's collision with a recovery vehicle during the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix.
Bianchi sustained serious head injuries in the incident and passed away nine months later.
"What happened with Jules was deeply tragic and bad luck," said Magnussen. "The sport must learn from what happened in Suzuka, but a halo would not have changed anything. It was just an accident.
"It makes it harder to quickly get out of the car.
"To run with the halo feels as if one has a cap pulled too far down over his forehead: You could see where to go, but it was still annoying."
The vote was only to gather the opinion of the drivers. The FIA is continuing its push for the halo to be introduced next year, but could face further opposition from the teams.
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