Article B11
TRACK RUNNING OUTSIDE A COMPETITION
Sporting Regulations
Article B11
TRACK RUNNING OUTSIDE A COMPETITION
Chapter: B
In Simple Terms
When F1 teams want to test their cars outside of official races (like in practice sessions, tire tests, or driver evaluation sessions), they must tell the FIA and other teams at least a week ahead of time. This ensures everyone knows about the testing activity and maintains fairness across the sport.
- Teams must notify the FIA and competitors at least 7 days before any non-competition track running
- Covers various testing types including TCC (Tire Compliance Check), TPC (Tire Performance Check), DE (Driver Evaluation), PE (Performance Evaluation), TMC (Tire Monitoring Check), and substitute driver tests
- Applies to all track activity outside of official race competitions
- Advance notification ensures transparency and equal knowledge among all competitors
Official FIA Text
Provisions for track running outside official competitions including TCC, TPC, DE, PE, TMC and substitute driver tests. Competitors must inform FIA and other competitors of planned activities at least seven days in advance.
track testingoff-season testingtire testingdriver evaluationadvance notification
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