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F1 Signs New Agreement, Lowers Vote Threshold for Changes

12/13/2025

Summary

Story summary

Formula 1, the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), and 11 teams signed the 2026 Concorde Governance Agreement through 2030.
The agreement was announced at the FIA General Assemblies in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
It lowers the majority threshold for regulatory changes from six votes to four.
A new entry-fee structure will raise team contributions to support FIA operations.
The framework aims to provide stability as F1 prepares for significant technical changes in 2026.

History

Historical Context

The first Concorde Agreement was signed on January 19, 1981, amid tensions between the FIA and the Formula One Constructors Association (FOCA). This agreement established revenue-sharing, mandating that teams receive 47% of income, and required their participation in every race. The 2026 Concorde Governance Agreement continues this legacy, enhancing decision-making efficiency in a sport adapting to new financial and technical challenges.

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Story summary

Formula 1, the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), and 11 teams signed the 2026 Concorde Governance Agreement through 2030.
The agreement was announced at the FIA General Assemblies in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
It lowers the majority threshold for regulatory changes from six votes to four.
A new entry-fee structure will raise team contributions to support FIA operations.
The framework aims to provide stability as F1 prepares for significant technical changes in 2026.

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