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2022 rule changes

5 changes recorded for 2022. 2022 standings · results · ← 2021 · 2023 →

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introduced Aerodynamics

Ground-effect cars return

New technical regulations with underfloor tunnels, simplified wings and 18-inch wheels, designed for closer racing. Source

changed Fuel

E10 fuel

Fuel had to contain 10% sustainable ethanol. Source

changed Points

Sprint points to eighth place: 8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1

Sprints at six events paid points to the top eight and no longer set pole position in the record books. Source

changed Race procedure

Sliding points scale for shortened races

Full points only after 75% distance; reduced scales at 25% and 50%; no points under two racing laps. Source

changed Race procedure

Safety-car restart procedures rewritten after Abu Dhabi 2021

Lapped cars must all pass the safety car before a restart, and the race director's role was split. Source