The new elements brought to cars
Several drivers are going to change parts on their car. However, the changes will not incur any penalties since the drivers have not exceeded the limit of allowable part changes.
After three weeks of break, the teams and drivers had to readjust on the track. The cars took a hit and some components will be changed for the smooth running of the Grand Prix.
All changes will not break the rules. The drivers will be in compliance and will not incur any penalties. The number of parts used does not exceed the limited amount they can have.
During the second practice session, Pierre Gasly’s Formula 1 car caught fire in the pit lane. The incident was related to the engine.
The Frenchman has therefore been forced to change the exhaust system. This is the 5th one he is using out of the 8 allowed during the season. In addition to that, he will change the drivetrain, gear shift components, and auxiliary components for the 3rd time out of the 4 allowed.
Other drivers will change gearbox-related components. The drivers concerned are Lando Norris, Fernando Alonso, and Esteban Ocon who will use a third gearbox casing out of the allowed four.
« The drivetrain, gear changing components, and auxiliary components used by the aforementioned drivers are one of the four new drivetrains, gear changing components, and auxiliary components allowed for the 2022 Championship season, in accordance with Article 29.2(c) of the 2022 Formula One Sporting Regulations. »
The drivers will be able to participate in the qualifying session while hoping to secure a good position on the starting grid.
