Vasseur answers critics: F1 new-era racing

Vasseur answers critics: F1 new-era racing ‘less artificial than DRS'

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Art. 3.10

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Art. 33.1

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Technical Regulations

Article 3.10

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DRS System

Chapter: Chapter III - Bodywork

In Simple Terms

DRS lets the rear wing flap open on straights to reduce drag and boost top speed by 10-15 km/h. It's driver-activated via a button but only works in designated zones and when close to another car. The system must fail-safe to the closed position if there's any malfunction.

Rear wing flap opens to reduce drag
Provides 10-15 km/h speed advantage
Must fail-safe to closed position
Single actuation method only

Official FIA Text

The rear wing is permitted to have one adjustable bodywork element for the purpose of improving overtaking opportunities. This adjustable element may only move in a prescribed manner within defined limits and must return to its closed position within a specified time.

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2026 Season Regulations

Sporting Regulations

Article 33.1

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DRS Activation

Chapter: Chapter III - DRS

In Simple Terms

DRS (Drag Reduction System) opens the rear wing for a speed boost on straights. You can only use it in marked zones AND only if you're within 1 second of the car ahead at the detection point. It's disabled at race start and in wet conditions for safety.

Only usable in designated zones
Must be within 1 second of car ahead
Disabled at race start initially
Can be disabled in wet conditions

Official FIA Text

DRS may only be used in designated DRS zones. A driver may only activate DRS when he is within one second of the car ahead at the detection point. DRS will be disabled at the start of the race until the Race Director determines conditions are safe for its use.

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2026 Season Regulations