FIA found the seven Michelin teams guilty of not having suitable tires (or tyres, if you like the European spelling) for the USGP and wrongfully failing to start the race. They cleared the teams of refusing to race subject to a speed restriction, combining to make a demonstration and failing to inform the stewards of their intention not to start.
FIA decided that Michelin was more at fault than the teams themselves. However, given that, I can't imagine how the teams were not guilty of combining to make a demonstration, since that is clearly what they did, and that's the one thing the teams did that can't be blamed on Michelin. FIA said it had no power to punish Michelin, but will look to pressure the tire maker (rim shot) through its teams.
Any penalties will be decided on September 14th and will likely be financial only.
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