Article C17.1.2

Technical Partner Definition

Technical Regulations

Article C17.1.2

FIA Source

Technical Partner Definition

Chapter: C17

In Simple Terms

When an F1 team has an approved Technical Partner (like an engine supplier or chassis manufacturer), they're legally treated as one combined entity rather than separate companies. This means the team and their technical partner share responsibility for following the rules.

  • Technical Partners are not considered separate legal entities from the F1 Team
  • The team and technical partner together form a single entity for regulatory purposes
  • This creates unified accountability for rule compliance
  • Only approved technical partners receive this classification
Official FIA Text

Reference to F1 Team includes approved Technical Partner. An approved Technical Partner is not considered separate party but together with F1 Team forms single entity.

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