Article C17.1.11
Technical Partner
Technical Regulations
Article C17.1.11
Technical Partner
Chapter: C
In Simple Terms
A Technical Partner is a company or organization that works with an F1 team to provide technical support, expertise, or components for the car. This regulation defines what qualifies as an official technical partnership within F1 teams.
- Technical Partners are officially recognized suppliers or collaborators that contribute technical expertise to F1 teams
- These partnerships are formally defined and regulated under F1 technical regulations
- Technical Partners may provide anything from engine components to aerodynamic development
- The definition helps F1 maintain transparency about team structures and external technical support
Official FIA Text
Technical Partner has the meaning set out in C17.1.11.
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