Yep, racing tracks have become sterile, with get out of jail free cards. If you're the top 20 drivers in the world you should be able to keep the car within the bounds of the track. And, if you do make a mistake you should be penalized through gravel traps. In other words you will learn and respect the track, and make sure to be precise each lap. You will also learn the actual skill of knowing when to make a proper pass, knowing full well if you get it wrong you could land in the kitty litter. It would also make the championship more exciting.
All the risk has been taken away, drivers have become pussy's.