The FIA has announced a series of updates to the 2025 Formula 1 regulations, covering Sporting, Technical, Financial, and the newly introduced Operational frameworks, following the approval of the World Motor Sport Council.
These changes aim to address key challenges, enhance inclusivity, and support F1’s long-term sustainability goals.The FIA began its announcement by reflecting on the success of the record-breaking 2024 season.
“The FIA President, together with the President and CEO of FOM, Stefano Domenicali, reflected on a hugely successful season in 2024, which was the longest in the history of the sport,” the governing body noted.
The statement also highlighted the strength of the driver development system.
“The productivity of the single-seater pyramid, which stretches from Karting through to Formula 1, was highlighted, with no fewer than four drivers stepping up from the FIA Formula 2 Championship into Formula 1 in 2025.”
Read also: FIA unveils updated next-generation 2026 Formula 1 carProtecting Drivers from Extreme Heat One of the most notable updates to the 2025 regulations is the formalization of “Heat Hazard” protocols, which mandate the use of driver cooling kits under extreme weather conditions.
The issue gained urgency following the extreme heat during the Qatar Grand Prix in 2023, where several drivers, including Williams’ Logan Sargeant, struggled with heat exhaustion. The new rule seeks to ensure drivers' safety in similar situations moving forward.
Adoption of Gender-Neutral Language In a move to promote inclusivity, Formula 1 will now adopt gender-neutral language in its Sporting Regulations, aligning with changes already implemented in Formula 2 and Formula 3.
Passages in the rulebook that previously read, “the stewards may disqualify him from the race,” will now state, “the stewards may disqualify the driver from the race.”
Progress on 2026 Technical and Financial Regulations As teams prepare for the significant overhaul of F1’s technical framework in 2026, the FIA announced refinements to the 2026 Technical Regulations, allowing teams to begin aerodynamic work on the new cars from January 1, 2025.
Additionally, adjustments to the Financial Regulations will exclude spending on “Sustainability Initiatives” from the sport’s cost cap provisions in 2025 and 2026. This measure supports Formula 1’s ambition to become Carbon Net-Zero by 2030.
Introduction of Operational Regulations For the first time, Operational Regulations have been introduced to manage F1 team activities outside of race weekends.
“These regulations will govern elements such as limitations to aerodynamic testing, power unit testing, and mandatory shutdown periods,” the FIA stated. Previously, these elements were part of the Sporting Regulations but have now been transferred to create a dedicated framework.
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali
Domenicali’s Perspective on the Changes Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali praised the collaborative effort behind the updates, emphasizing their importance for the sport’s evolution.
“Formula 1 continues to lead in innovation, inclusion, and sustainability,” Domenicali said. “These new regulations reflect our commitment to driving progress both on and off the track, ensuring that F1 remains at the forefront of global motorsport.”
With these changes, the FIA aims to strike a balance between safety, inclusivity, and sustainability while providing teams with clarity as they prepare for upcoming seasons. The adjustments demonstrate Formula 1’s commitment to adapting to the evolving needs of the sport and its participants.
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