Article B3.4.1
Covering of Components Standard Format
Sporting Regulations
Article B3.4.1
Covering of Components Standard Format
Chapter: ARTICLE B3: PROCEDURES DURING A COMPETITION
In Simple Terms
At Standard Format races, teams must cover and seal their cars within 3 hours after FP2 (Free Practice 2) ends. The cover requirement applies to most car components, but excludes the floor, nose, front wing, and rear wing, which can remain exposed for inspection.
- Cars must be covered and sealed within 3 hours of FP2 completion
- Applies to most components except floor, nose, front wing, and rear wing
- Required at Standard Format competitions only
- FIA seals are applied to ensure no unauthorized work is done overnight
Official FIA Text
At Standard Format Competition, within three hours of end of FP2, all Cars used must be covered and ready for FIA seals. Car consists of components per Technical Regulations excluding Floor, nose, Front Wing and Rear Wing.
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