Article B7.1.3
Activation & Deactivation
Sporting Regulations
Article B7.1.3
Activation & Deactivation
Chapter: B7
In Simple Terms
Drivers can only activate their adjustable bodywork (like rear wing flaps) when the car is stopped or in designated activation zones on the track. Once they hit the brakes after activating it, the system automatically switches off. This prevents drivers from gaining unfair advantages by adjusting their car mid-race.
- Activation is only allowed when the car is stationary or within official Activation Zones
- The system automatically deactivates when the driver applies the brakes for the first time after activation
- This prevents mid-corner or mid-straight adjustments that could provide unfair performance gains
- Control electronics handle the deactivation automatically—the driver cannot manually override it
Official FIA Text
Activation of Driver Adjustable Bodywork by the driver is only permitted when the Car is stationary or in any of the Activation Zones. Driver Adjustable Bodywork will be deactivated by control electronics the first time the driver uses the brakes after activation.
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