Article 79
Fuel
Technical Regulations
Article 79
Fuel
Chapter: Appendix C4
In Simple Terms
F1 cars must use approved fuel that meets strict FIA specifications for safety and competitive fairness. Teams cannot add illegal additives or use fuel from unauthorized suppliers, and fuel must be checked and verified before and after races.
- All fuel must be FIA-approved and meet technical specifications
- Fuel samples are tested before and after races for compliance
- Teams cannot use unauthorized fuel suppliers or add illegal additives
- Fuel regulations ensure safety and maintain competitive balance
Official FIA Text
Fuel
fuelFIA approvedfuel specificationsfuel testingadditives
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