Article B5.2.4
Car Must Complete Reconnaissance Lap Under Own Power
Sporting Regulations
Article B5.2.4
Car Must Complete Reconnaissance Lap Under Own Power
Chapter: B5
In Simple Terms
Before the race starts, each car must complete a practice lap on the track under its own power and make it to the starting grid without being towed or pushed. If a car can't do this, it won't be allowed to start the race from the grid.
- Cars must complete a reconnaissance lap independently without mechanical assistance
- The car must reach the grid under its own power to be eligible for race start
- Failure to complete this requirement results in being barred from the grid start
- This ensures all cars are mechanically fit and ready before the race begins
Official FIA Text
Any Car which does not complete a reconnaissance lap and reach the grid under its own power will not be permitted to start the TTCS from the grid.
reconnaissance lapgrid startown powerrace eligibilitymechanical fitness
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