Article C8.6.3

Driver input alteration

Technical Regulations

Article C8.6.3

FIA Source

Driver input alteration

Chapter: C8

In Simple Terms

This rule ensures that any changes to a driver's steering, throttle, or brake inputs must come directly from the driver themselves—not from the car's computer making adjustments on its own. The car's data logs must accurately show what the driver actually did, with no hidden alterations.

  • Only direct driver actions can modify inputs like steering, throttle, and brakes
  • The driver must deliberately and consciously command any input changes
  • Telemetry data must truthfully record the driver's actual inputs without electronic manipulation
  • Prohibits systems that secretly alter driver commands without clear driver initiation
Official FIA Text

Any alteration of the driver's inputs may only be commanded by direct, deliberate and primary driver actions. The logged raw signals must provide a true representation of the driver's actions.

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