 For 2002, Schumacher announced of his intention to wear glasses over the coming season to improve his vision.His decision was influenced after he was involved in a car crash on the Autobahn 3 when driving to visit his family.On 14 January, the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), Formula One's governing body gave permission for Schumacher to wear glasses, and his helmet maker Schuberth developed padding with channels for the glass frames.