Article C8.6.2

Driver input devices connection

Technical Regulations

Article C8.6.2

FIA Source

Driver input devices connection

Chapter: C8

In Simple Terms

Each control a driver uses (like a button, paddle, or pedal) must connect directly to the car's standard computer system through just one input connection. This prevents drivers from using complex workarounds or multiple connections to control a single function.

  • Every driver input device (switch, button, paddle, or pedal) requires its own single connection to the FIA Standard ECU
  • Prevents teams from creating complex multi-input systems to control one function
  • Ensures fair and standardized driver control systems across all teams
  • Applies to all input devices without exception
Official FIA Text

Any single input device, including switch, button, paddle or pedal, used by the driver must be connected to a single analogue or digital input of the FIA Standard ECU.

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