[vorlon24]

BAR-Honda could face a further six-month ban after criticising the governing FIA.

Honda spokesman Tatsuya Iida said a two-race ban for entering an underweight car at Imola is 'too severe' and wrong.

''We gave them proof we didn't break the rules,'' Tatsuya - also calling for 'clearer' regulations - added.

FIA president Max Mosley reacted angrily to Honda's adverse commentary by claiming the team is attacking 'the integrity' of the body.

''Any sport,'' a statement (alleging that Honda's view may be 'prejudicial to the image ... of Formula One') revealed, ''is likely to (when attacked) impose further sanctions on a competitor.

''(BAR-Honda's statements) are currently under investigation.''

With BAR's two race ban, came a further six month ban, 'suspended' for a one-year period.

So freedom of speech is also not allowed then!