Parc Fermé
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A parc fermé is a zone or regulatory condition where any unauthorized modifications or setup changes to the car are strictly prohibited from the start of qualifying until the start of the race, with the vehicle being sealed under FIA control.
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Setup Changes Restricted After Qualifying
After qualifying, parc ferme regulations restrict teams from freely changing major car setup parameters. This is one reason teams may choose a compromise setup during qualifying that also suits the conditions expected in the race.
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Frequently asked questions
Can the car setup be changed once parc fermé begins?
Most major setup changes are restricted. Making changes outside the permitted scope can result in penalties such as a pit-lane start.
Why does F1 have parc fermé rules?
They prevent teams from preparing completely different cars for qualifying and the race, requiring them to compete with the same basic setup across both sessions.
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