Summary
Technical delegate confirms car 16's inspected components comply with 2026 Technical Regulations.
Explanation
The FIA Technical Delegate reports that car number 16 (Charles Leclerc) was randomly selected for post-race physical inspections after the 2026 Azerbaijan GP. Mechanical and electronic checks, including compliance with Technical Regulation Articles C5.6, C5.22, C5.23, and C7, found all components in compliance with the 2026 Formula One Technical Regulations. No further action is required.
Loading PDF…
Referenced regulations
FIA F1 Regulations - Article C5.6
C5.6 Engine intake air
C5.6.1 With the exception of incidental leakage through joints or cooling ducts in the engine intake air
Open regulation PDF
Pages 72 highlighted
FIA F1 Regulations - Article C5.22
C5.22 Oil and coolant systems and charge air cooling
C5.22.1 Coolant Header Tanks
Open regulation PDF
Pages 84 highlighted
FIA F1 Regulations - Article C5.23
C5.23 Single ICE Mode The Power Unit must be operated in a single ICE mode during each competitive lap in all sessions of a Competition, with the exception of free practice sessions. All details concerning policing of this article may be found in the document FIA-F1-DOC-054. 2026 Formula 1: Technical Regulations 27 February 2026 C8 4 C 0 SECTION C: TECHNICAL REGULATIONS ARTICLE C6: FUEL SYSTEM Advisory Committee: TAC Governance: F1 Commission / WMSC
C6.1 Fuel tanks
Open regulation PDF
Pages 84–85 highlighted
FIA F1 Regulations - Article C7
C7.3.1 No lines containing coolant or lubricating oil may pass through the Cockpit.
C7.3.2 All lines must be fitted in such a way that any leakage cannot result in the accumulation of fluid in
Open regulation PDF
Pages 90 highlighted
Processed at