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The comprehensive overview of the new and impactful rules coming into effect in Formula 1 in 2024.
Formula 1 is the most innovative sport in the world, constantly evolving its rules. Significant changes are expected in 2026, especially regarding engines. Teams are eagerly awaiting these changes, but they cannot start working on their 2026 cars until early 2025. In 2023, teams were granted a ‘right to review’ which allowed them to challenge race outcomes within 14 days. However, in 2024, this time has been shortened to four days, with a fee of €6,000 if approved by the FIA.
During the Qatar Grand Prix last year, extreme heat challenged drivers, leading to new cooling measures for 2024. The format of sprint races has been updated: now, Friday will feature the first free practice followed by a sprint shootout, with the sprint race and Grand Prix qualifying on Saturday. Teams will still be allowed four engines per driver, as the plan to reduce it to three has been scrapped.
Changes to the use of DRS have also been implemented, allowing immediate use after the first lap and during the second lap after a safety car period. To prevent financial advantages for top teams, spending limits on capital investments have been adjusted based on team standings since 2020. As the new season approaches, teams start revealing liveries and conducting filming days for the new cars, with specific guidelines for on-track activities in 2024.
