Introducing LED front brake lights was a proactive measure aimed at enhancing safety and fairness in drift competitions by providing a visual cue when drivers attempted to slow down. However, this method had its limitations as an indicator.
Left foot braking allows for subtle modulation of braking force, rather than just on-off braking. As a result, while the LED brake light might illuminate due to left foot braking, it didn't always accurately reflect a significant loss in speed.
To counteract attempts by some drivers to exploit the LED front brake light system, judges implemented a new rule. Drivers must run colored wheel spokes instead of dark wheels. The purpose of this rule change is to ensure that wheel speed can be accurately measured at all times, making it easier for judges to identify any manipulation or irregularities in speed by drivers.
By requiring colored wheel spokes, judges can effectively monitor wheel speed throughout the competition. This allows them to detect an...