Replacing one after second qualifying is equal to a start from the back of the grid. Replacing an engine costs the driver 10 places on the grid. Limited to 2 adjustements per lap, max 6° change in angle of attack.ģ000cc engine that must last a complete race weekend. Maximum 6degrees of adjustement, fully uperated by the driver from his steering wheel ĭiffuser max height reduced to 200mm Winglets and aerodynamic additions on sidepods banned ĭriver-operated moveable aerodynamics allowed in front wing. width increased to 180mm, minimum height reduced to 75mm, middle section of 250mm design specified by FIA Īllowance of movable front wing flap adjuster. The FIA provides a standard and equal ECU to all teams which must be used in the cars to monitor and control all electronic systems įront wing: max. Increased strenght requirements for rear crash structure Obligatory rear wing gap spacer to prevent flexing Reduction of diffuser size to reduce cornering speeds Minimum size set of rear wing end plates and engine cover to allow more sponsor space The rear crash structure is subjected to a substantial side load - the same principal as the front crash structure This is the final step to the changes introduced in Barcelona 2001 - changes to avoid the necessity to carry out software inspections following a race Power assisted steering systems must be controlled mechanically - no electronic control is allowed.

Gap-closing rear wings (2006, Ferrari 248 F1) Static front wheel fairings (2007, Ferrari F2007) Kinetic energy recovery - KERS (2009)Ģ007: Cars must be fitted with a red, blue and yellow cockpit LED for the track information system Ī medical warning light at the cockpit is obligatory to inform marshalls of the severity of an accident.Ģ009: KERS warning light required to inform marshalls if a KERS is chargedĢ003: Changed points system: 10-8-6-5-4-3-2-1Ĭars may not be refuelled between qualifying and raceĢ004: each driver must select his wet- and dry-weather compound before second qualifying.Ģ005: Tyre switching during the race forbidden, except for safety reasons.Ģ008: Strict limitations concerning CFD and wind tunnel testing Single tyre supplier appointed by the FIA Mass dampers (2005, Renault R25) Inerters (2005, McLaren) V-keel front suspension (2005, Renault R25)

2009 f1 season