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F1 teams get greater freedom for filming day shakedowns in 2024
In Formula 1, due to limited testing opportunities, teams have often relied on filming days to test new cars before official group running. Previously, teams were allowed to run only 100 kilometers on these filming days, which equates to less than 20 laps on a typical track. However, following a vote by the FIA’s World Motor Sport Council, this mileage allowance has been doubled to 200 kilometers. This change will be particularly beneficial for pre-season shakedowns as teams can now iron out any issues with the new cars. The new rules also specify that teams are only allowed to carry out one filming day per team per day, among other existing restrictions. Additionally, regulations regarding testing of old cars have been revised to ensure that only components and software used in previous race weekends can be tested. Any systems or parts that provide information for current cars are prohibited during testing of old cars.
Source: motorsport
