In a press release, the FIA has announced that it has started a registration procedure for new F1 teams. However, not only the FIA will decide on new candidates for a place on the F1 grid.
According to the press release, teams can apply to participate in Formula 1 from 2025, 2026 or 2027. The intention is that candidates submit their file and that the FIA then assesses the submitted file, with particular emphasis on long-term viability. term and whether the candidacy fits within current F1 regulations.
Among other things, the financial stability and technological resources will be examined. In addition, it will also be examined whether the candidacy fits within Formula 1’s plans to reduce CO2 emissions.
It is important that not only the FIA, but also Formula 1 itself and its rights holder Liberty Media can set additional requirements for new participants. Even if the FIA were to give its approval, there is still no guarantee of participation. In addition, the FIA also announces that a maximum of twelve teams will be on the F1 starting grid, no matter how many candidates there are.
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