FIA Implements New Regulations to Separate F1 and Non-F1 Staff

The FIA's World Motor Sport Council has introduced new regulations that mandate Formula 1 teams to clearly differentiate between their F1 and non-F1 staff beginning next season.

This decision comes in response to instances where teams utilized personnel and resources designated for other activities to circumvent the budget cap. The new rules aim to ensure fairness among teams engaged solely in grand prix racing and those involved in additional programs.

The regulations will enforce strict separation, preventing non-F1 staff from accessing F1 facilities and requiring a formal process for staff transitions between sectors. This shift is expected to increase operational costs and staff numbers as teams seek external hires for non-F1 projects.