Who makes F1 helmets?

Since 1954, Bell Helmets have been worn and trusted by more champions, in all forms of motorsports than any other brand and today is the leading supplier of FIA8860 helmets to athletes competing in Formula 1.

What helmets do F1 drivers have?

All the Formula 1 drivers have custom-made helmets using 3D head-scan technology to ensure the inner padding is sculpted to the exact shape of their heads for ultimate comfort. In terms of protection, F1-spec helmets have to withstand strict impact tests set by the FIA.

How much does a F1 helmet cost?

But how much does a Formula 1 drivers helmet actually cost? Formula 1 level safety helmets cost around $4000 each. However, over the course of a full season, a single driver will require 15 helmets, adding up to a total of $60,000.

What brand helmet does Lewis Hamilton wear?

For nearly 70 years Bell has been at the forefront of professional motorsport in both four and two-wheel categories. Over half of the Formula 1 drivers, including Lewis Hamilton wear lids designed and manufactured by Bell Helmets.

What helmet brand does Vettel use?

At the German Grand Prix, Ferrari star Sebastian Vettel competed with a helmet design à la Bernd Schneider. In Belgium, he and his helmet designer Jens Munser rely on optical illusion.

How Formula 1 Helmets Are Made

What brand helmet does bottas use?

Stilo helmet worn by Valtteri Bottas during the 2021 Dutch GP race where he placed third. This particular model, a ST5-VB, was built to his specific specs and the graphics were designed by his girlfriend, Tiffany Cromwell.

What helmet does Max Verstappen wear?

Schuberth helmets are currently being used by Verstappen, Carlos Sainz, Sergio Perez, and many more. Verstappen's helmet features almost a full-gold finish, with his personal sponsor CarNext's logo on the side and center.

Where do F1 drivers get their helmets?

For nearly 70 years Bell have been at the forefront of professional motorsport in both four and two-wheel categories, and today, over half of the Formula 1 drivers, including Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc and Nicholas Latifi, wear lids designed and manufactured by Bell Helmets.

Who uses Arai helmets in F1?

Teams and drivers only need to adhere to testing stipulations in the FIA's F1 sporting regulations, which do not cover crash helmet requirements. Sebastian Vettel and Daniel Ricciardo have both been running with the new Arai helmet.

Do F1 drivers design their own helmets?

Ever since the FIA relaxed the restrictions over drivers changing helmet designs throughout the Formula 1 season in 2020, fans have been treated to some truly eclectic selection of designs from their favourite drivers.

Do F1 drivers get new helmets every race?

Though there are two high-quality helmets for each driver during a race, one would think these helmets would last over the entire racing season. But, instead, the drivers go through around a dozen of helmets throughout each season.

Can you buy replica F1 helmets?

CM Helmets will always work to make F1 fans out there proud and happy with the full-size replicas they buy from us.

Where are Stilo helmets made?

Stilo helmets are manufactured at the Stilo headquarters in Pedrengo, Italy. Stilo is the industry's leading manufacturer and designer of helmets and helmet communication systems for global motorsports.

What helmet does Red Bull use?

HJC Helmets and Red Bull have been working on launching something extraordinary for motorcycle riders around the world – the first-ever Red Bull licensed motorcycle helmet.

Why do F1 helmets have bumps?

Small vents are designed to allow airflow into the helmet. As it's the driver's only source of fresh air, there are filters in place to keep out brake dust, splashes of motor oil and the like. The rest of the helmet, though, is designed to channel air around it, making it as aerodynamic as possible.

What Bell helmet do F1 drivers wear?

Since 1954, Bell Helmets have been worn and trusted by more champions, in all forms of motorsports than any other brand and today is the leading supplier of FIA8860 helmets to athletes competing in Formula 1.

What helmets do IndyCar drivers use?

IndyCar chose to implement the aeroscreen cockpit head protection gear ahead of the 2020 season.

What helmets do MotoGP riders wear?

Riders wear a full-face helmet made of carbon fiber in order to be as light as possible. Helmets can be customized to achieve maximum protection and comfort.

How much does Lewis Hamiltons helmet cost?

Lewis Hamilton's $1000 custom helmets.

What helmet does Pierre Gasly use?

Pierre Gasly, Formula 1™ Driver Scuderia AlphaTauri.

How much is a racing helmet?

Here is our quick guide to help. How much do road racing helmets cost? Anywhere from $189.00 to $5,000.00. Clearly, that's a pretty big range, but you should know that the $5,000.00 helmet is not the same as the $189 helmet.