On the question of the rule simplifications, I've already removed the "fat" and trimmed them down to fairly clear and straightforward points, as indicated earlier in this topic. I really don't think they can be any clearer, unless we have almost (or exactly) the same rules for each class with just different body types. At that point preparing a car would become a simple formula along the lines of:
- Get the widest body available that matches the class requirement.
- Get a 3D chassis for that body.
- Install a Slot.It motor pod and magnets.
- Install a motor matching the class requirement.
- Install chip, axles, wheels, tyres and gears from whatever manufacturers you like.
Following again are Ram's proposed four-point regulation basis suggestion:
- A motor spec.
- A magnet location and limits.
- A ground clearance minimum.
- A minimum weight.
- A motor spec - We have this for all classes.
- A magnet location and limits - We have the former for all classes and the latter is the USD rule, which applies to most classes.
- A ground clearance minimum - This is not necessary for classes that have USD rule and is already in place for the others.
- A minimum weight - We have this for some classes and I have no problem with having it for any other class where it makes sense.
So, what's the problem with retaining a now less verbose version of the original 2020 rules? It seems that they're doing a pretty good job of providing a variety of types of competition and speeds, along with fair racing with a variety of different types and manufacturers of cars.