F1 | Bottas on the use of DAS: “The team decides”

Interviewed by the international press during the media day in Australia, Valtteri Bottas spoke about the possible use of the DAS (Dual Axis Streering) by the Mercedes, underlining how the choice strictly depends on protests that rival teams will make in the next months.

At the beginning of the winter tests in Barcelona, ​​we recall, the Federation judged the system used by Mercedes to be "legal", highlighting how the DAS does not generate any problems related to the safety of the steering unit.

“It is up to the team to estimate the risk,” said Valtteri Bottas. “We want to use it, but if we don't it wouldn't be the end of the world for us.”

On the legality of the system he added: “Before the protests it was. At the moment it's ok and we believe that its use leads to some advantages. We therefore hope that it remains legal for the rest of the season."