Supercars is now working to a revised testing schedule for its two new-spec prototypes after the Mustang and Camaro were parked for significant changes to the control chassis.
Those changes are largely focussed on driver ergonomics, early testing exposing issues with driver comfort, including complaints of leg numbness from taller drivers such as Shane van Gisbergen.
While the full scope of changes hasn’t been made public, it’s understood that shifting the firewall to move the pedal box is among the alterations.
The adjustments to the cockpit are being made in conjunction with the move to a mechanical gear selection system like what’s used in the current cars, after a flirtation with Auto Gear Shift and paddles.
The works have brought the Gen3 testing programme to a temporary halt.
The planned test at Winton last month – which would have been the first proper test outside of Queensland Raceway – was called off, while the cars didn’t make an appearance at the 2022…
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