#F1 2017 changes drivers#
#F1 2017 changes driver#

The front wing is angular in shape, like an arrow that definitely looks very appealing whereas rear wing is lower. The car is wider and longer, so are the front and rear wings. In 2017, the sport has put special focus on aerodynamics that will make the cars go even quicker. One distinct difference between a Formula 1 car and any other racing or road car is its sheer ability to corner at high speeds. The objective of the 2017 changes is to make the cars more visually appealing, faster and physically demanding for the drivers. One of these rookies was Max Verstappen, of course. However, the ease with which rookies took to the highest formula did surprise one pundits too many. I still remember reading rookie diaries on how their first few laps in a Formula 1 car were different in every aspect as compared to their junior formula. In the last few seasons, Formula 1 was perceived to have become easier for drivers, especially the rookies. For 2017, bodywork and tyres are the two areas that have witnessed key changes and before we explain what the changes have been and how they will impact a fan’s experience, it would be wise to explain why these changes in the first place. In 2014, the word ‘engine’ in itself got replaced with the word ‘power unit’. First, the engines went from V10 to V8 to the now-in-use V6 hybrid turbos. Most fans have probably lost track of the number of regulatory changes made in the last decade, although, four would be a good guess. It seems that the sport swears by the phrase ‘change is the only constant’.

That’s all the changes that you’ll see in the F1 2017 season.Formula 1 is obsessed with rule changes.

#F1 2017 changes driver#

Viewers can vote for the Driver of the Day online throughout a race.Īll finalized changes, including changes to the 2017 Sporting and Technical Regulations, have to be submitted by April 30, 2016. The driver who gets the most fan engagement will be awarded the prize after the race is over. New Driver of the Day AwardĪ new Driver of the Day Award will be introduced by Commercial Rights Holder and Formula One broadcasters in 2017. Other topics, such as Supply Cost, Obligation to supply and Performance convergence will also be looked at and a decision will be made by April 30, 2016. The 2017 season will also see new developments in Power Unit technology, which would make the engines less noisier, but faster and more efficient. There’s a hinged locking mechanism in front of the driver, which will have minimal impact on vision.

#F1 2017 changes drivers#

The Halo is an elliptical structure that protects the drivers head during an impact. As of now, the F1 Commission has agreed upon the new Halo Concept provided by Mercedes. More info on this can be found here.Īlso, a new Cockpit protection is being worked on, that will help improve the safety of the driver during an accident. The 2017 Formula cars will see changes to their bodywork, including width, length and height, that will improve downforce, performance and lower lap times. The same is continued till Q3, until only 2 drivers are remaining with only 1 min 30 seconds of qualifying left. A total of 7 drivers will be eliminated and 15 will move on to Q2. After the 7 minutes has passed, every 1 min 30 seconds another slowest driver is eliminated till the chequered flag is out.

In Q1, the slowest driver after 7 minutes will be eliminated. The new format will have three qualifying sessions of 16 mins, 15 mins and 14 mins. This format could also be used in the 2016 season. New Qualifying Formatįirstly, the 2017 season will start using a new Qualifying format, where in the slowest driver will be eliminated after a certain amount of time has passed. In a blog post, the FIA (Federation Internationale de l’Automobile) stated all the new changes that are coming to Formula 1 in 2017. The F1 2017 season is going to see a lot of new changes in terms of car performance, tires, qualifying format and car design.