F1 rule changes for 2020
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Clutch control: Changes put emphasis on driver’s skill rather than software assistance.
Driver now controls 90% of engine’s torque – using clutch paddle, or paddles (A and B) – at start line
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Shark fins are back: Marketing-led rule change to show drivers’ race numbers
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Energy recovery: Drivers can now use three Motor Generator Unit – Kinetic (MGU-K) over course of season rather than two. Nine drivers received penalties for exceeding their MGU-K limit in 2019
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Fuel system: Amount of fuel allowed outside fuel survival cell limited to just 250ml – down from two litres – to prevent teams from attempting to illegally boost performance
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Brake air ducts: Used to cool brakes. Must be designed by teams, not bought in
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Curfew: Time mechanics are forbidden from working on cars extended from eight hours to nine on practice and qualifying days
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Front wing: First 50mm of endplate to be made purely of carbon fibre. Metal elements must be 30mm back from leading edge of endplate to limit risk of causing puncture
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Chequered flag: Return to using traditional chequered flag to end race
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Rear-view mirrors: Size and position limited. Loopholes gave slight aerodynamic advantage
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Source: Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile