This year there are more races on the calendar, but fewer motorcycles. The FIA returns to strict restrictions on powertrain components.
For each car during the 24 Grand Prix season, if they all take place, three combustion engines, three engine generators MGU-H, MGU-K and three turbines can be installed. Further substitutions will result in penalties.
24 races plus six sprints – each event must pass twenty practice sessions, ten qualifying sessions, two sprints and eight Grand Prix distances. Any failure under such a load will ultimately result in a fine.
The FIA’s motivation is clear: the financial stability of teams and manufacturers, but also the questionable reduction of carbon dioxide emissions in engine production.
The disadvantages are much clearer: teams will not be able to operate power plants at 100% capacity for the entire season, which will inevitably affect the balance of power. It is a shame that the potential of the Formula 1 cars is not fully realized due to possible fines for losing places on the starting field.
Source: F1 News
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