Track Limits

Track Limits are the boundaries of a racing circuit that drivers must stay within during competition, typically marked by white lines, kerbs, or physical barriers.

These limits exist to ensure fairness by preventing drivers from gaining advantages by shortening the track or taking wider, faster lines through corners. In most racing series, drivers must keep at least one wheel within these boundaries or face penalties like time additions or lap time deletions.

Track limits enforcement varies between racing series and circuits. In Formula 1, for example, exceeding track limits at certain corners might be monitored by electronic sensors or video, with penalties applied after multiple violations. The enforcement of track limits often becomes controversial when decisions affect race outcomes.