Article B11.1

General Provisions for Track Running Outside a Competition

Sporting Regulations

Article B11.1

FIA Source

General Provisions for Track Running Outside a Competition

Chapter: B

In Simple Terms

F1 teams must tell the FIA and other teams at least a week in advance before doing any official off-season testing or practice driving. They need to provide details about what car they're using, which drivers will be involved, where and when they're testing, and what they're trying to achieve. Teams can make changes to their plans up until 72 hours before the activity starts.

  • Teams must notify the FIA and competitors at least 7 days before any testing or practice activities
  • Required information includes car specs, driver names, activity type, dates, purpose, and venue details
  • Notification deadlines can be adjusted up to 72 hours before the activity begins
  • This applies to TPC (Testing of Previous Cars), PE (Promotional Events), and DE (Demonstration Events)
Official FIA Text

Competitors must inform FIA and other competitors of planned TPC, PE or DE at least seven days before commencement, amendable up to 72 hours before. Information required includes car specification, driver names, activity type, dates, purpose, and circuit/venue.

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