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Art. C9.4

Art. C1.1

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Article C9.4

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Homologated Gearbox and Component Classification

Chapter: C9

In Simple Terms

Teams must get their gearbox and related transmission parts approved by the FIA before the season starts. They can make one upgrade during the four-year cycle, and can request approval for changes if needed for reliability, cost savings, or if materials become unavailable.

All driveline and gear-change components must be homologated (officially approved) before the season begins
Teams are limited to a single upgrade of these components during a four-year period
The FIA can approve modifications for reliability issues, cost reduction, or when materials are no longer available

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Design of Driveline Components, Gear-Change Components and Auxiliary Components must be homologated before season start. Single upgrade permitted during four-year period. Modifications allowed for reliability, cost saving, or unavailable materials with FIA approval.

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Article C1.1

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Formula One World Championship

Chapter: ARTICLE C1: GENERAL PRINCIPLES

In Simple Terms

The FIA (motorsport's governing body) runs the Formula 1 World Championship, which is their property. The championship awards two titles each year: one to the best driver and one to the best team (constructor). It's made up of all the races on the F1 calendar throughout the season.

The FIA owns and organizes the entire F1 World Championship
Two world titles are awarded annually: Driver's Championship and Constructor's Championship
The championship consists of all official Formula One Grand Prix races scheduled on the F1 calendar
F1 is a competition between both individual drivers and their teams

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The FIA will organise the FIA Formula One World Championship which is the property of the FIA and comprises two titles of World Champion, one for drivers and one for constructors. It consists of the Formula One Grand Prix races included in the Formula One calendar.

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