Article 3.6
Modifications for reliability, safety, cost saving or supply issues
Technical Regulations
Article 3.6
Modifications for reliability, safety, cost saving or supply issues
Chapter: APPENDIX C5: HOMOLOGATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF POWER UNITS, FUEL AND OIL FOR 2026-2030
In Simple Terms
F1 teams can make changes to their engine components if they need to improve reliability, enhance safety, cut costs, or solve supply chain problems. However, they must get official approval before making any modifications.
- Teams can modify Power Unit components for reliability, safety, cost-saving, or supply issues
- All modifications require official FIA approval through the Article 3.10.a process
- Modifications are limited to specific justifiable reasons - not performance upgrades
- The approval process ensures competitive fairness and regulation compliance
Official FIA Text
Modifications may be made to Power Unit components for the sole purposes of reliability, safety, cost saving, or supply issues, subject to the approval process outlined in Article 3.10.a of this Appendix.
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