ABU DHABI -- After a back and forth over the pluses and minuses of 'shark fin' engine covers, the controversial aerodynamic devices look set to be banned under next year's technical regulations.
A loop hole in the regulations this year saw the fins return to F1 cars for the first time since 2010, causing debate among fans over the aesthetic appeal of the engine-cover appendage.
After a negative reaction during pre-season testing, the FIA agreed to ban the fins for 2018 but in September the teams had a change of heart and looked set to agree to allow them to remain.