Idle speed control target

In Simple Terms

F1 cars have a computer system that controls their engine speed when idling (sitting still or coasting). This rule limits how fast that idle speed can be set to a maximum of 4,000 revolutions per minute (rpm). This prevents teams from gaining unfair advantages by keeping their engines running faster when the car isn't actively accelerating.

• The idle speed control system in F1 cars cannot be programmed to exceed 4,000 rpm
• This applies when the engine is running but the car is not under acceleration
• The regulation ensures fair competition by preventing teams from using high idle speeds as a performance advantage
• This is a technical specification that must be verified during technical inspections