Driver's glove (motorsport)
A driver's glove is an item of equipment in motorsport that, in addition to increasing the grip by absorbing sweat, also protects the driver from the effects of flames. He must have a homologation and show it visibly on the outside. The homologation is only granted if the outer layers are made of Nomex or equivalent material.
In the event that a circuit race is completed with a standing start and the driver is sitting in a monoposto , the color of the glove should contrast with the exterior color of the car . This should enable starters and other participants to see clearly when the driver signals technical difficulties by raising an arm. The wording of the regulation reads:
"For races with a standing start, drivers of formula vehicles must wear colored gloves that differ from the predominant color of the vehicle so that the driver can clearly signal any difficulties to the starter."
Driver gloves are significantly longer than is generally supported gloves and cover about the distal third of the forearm ( " cuffs "). They have nothing in common with general leather car gloves except the fact that both are gloves.