22/08/2008 23:13. F1's new KERS (Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems) technology continues to be troubled, but BMW-Sauber insists the electric shock suffered by a mechanic during testing of the energy-saving device last month did not put anyone in any danger.

“The mechanic suffered an electric shock after touching the sidepod and steering wheel of the car,” he explained. “There was a high-frequency AC voltage between these contact points, the cause of which has been traced back to the KERS control unit and a sporadic capacitive coupling from the... // crash.net

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First News Article: Wheels24.co.za, 22/08/2008 01:26