How can a competitor determine if they have received a Drive Through Penalty?

A competitor can determine if they have received a Drive Through Penalty by looking for display boards at pit stops. Display boards are commonly used in motorsport to communicate information to drivers regarding penalties and other important notices. During a race, these boards are strategically positioned to ensure that competitors can easily see them as they pass the pit area. The information displayed is clear and often standardized, helping to ensure that all competitors are aware of any penalties imposed.

The other methods mentioned may not provide accurate or immediate confirmation of a penalty. For example, relying on their position on the television broadcast could lead to confusion, as broadcasts may not always accurately reflect real-time situations on the track. Inspecting car telemetry data is typically more suited for performance monitoring and understanding vehicle behavior rather than receiving information about penalties. Lastly, while there might be alert systems within some cars, they do not universally indicate penalties in all racing formats, making them less reliable compared to the established method of using display boards.