As expected the FIA has dropped the team orders rule from the 2011 F1
sporting regulations. However it has reminded teams that Article 151c
– concerning bringing the sport into disrepute – could still be
used.
The FIA has approved a number of other changes to the 2011 regs, many
involving penalties and their application, although some have yet to be
fully clarified.Among them is a stricter control on flexible front
wings.
The full list is as follows:
- The article forbidding team orders (39.1) is deleted. Teams will be
reminded that any actions liable to bring the sport into disrepute are
dealt with under Article 151c of the International Sporting Code and any
other relevant provisions
- Amendments to the list of penalties Stewards are permitted to apply
- Revisions to driving and driver conduct
- A limit on the width of the fast lane in the pits
- The introduction of a regulation permitting the Race Director to
close the pit lane during a race for safety reasons
- The re-introduction of intermediate tyres for 2011
- Penalties to be applied to any driver who fails to use both
specification of dry weather tyre during the race
- An amendment requiring gearboxes to be used for five consecutive
races, instead of four
- Clarification on when cars can overtake the safety car
- A refinement to the principles of the regulations already agreed
concerning moveable rear wings
- A better definition of the reference plane, and reinforcement of
bodywork deflection tests, especially at the front of the reference
plane
- The allowance for anti-intrusion panels to protect drivers’ legs
In addition, the following amendment were made to the 2012 Technical
Regulations:
- Team communications will be made available to broadcasters
- The inclusion of fuel compounds produced from biomass
- A limitation on suspension uprights
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FIA finally confirms 1.6-litre engine for 2013
The FIA has finally formally confirmed that a new 1.6-litre engine
formula is coming for 2013. Although it had been in the pipeline for
some time, there had been attempts to postpone its introduction.
The four existing manufacturers – Cosworth, Mercedes, Renault and
Ferrari – now have some 27 months until their new engines have to be
on a grid for the first time. VW/Audi is also waiting on the sidelines.
The move is part of the FIA’s laudable attempt to make F1 greener and
encourage sustainability, traits that will make it easier for car makers
to justify future investment in F1.
An FIA press release said: “The WMSC approved the introduction of a
new specification engine from 2013, underlining the FIA’s commitment
to improving sustainability and addressing the needs of the automotive
industry. Following dialogue with the engine manufacturers and experts
in this field, the power units will be four cylinders, 1.6 litre with
high pressure gasoline injection up to 500 bar with a maximum of 12,000
rpm.
“The engines will deliver a 35% reduction in fuel consumption and
will feature extensive energy management and energy recovery systems,
while maintaining current levels of performance. In 2013, five engines
will be permitted per driver, but each year after that the limit will be
four.”
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