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The next-generation FIA Formula 2 car has been unveiled ahead of the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, confirming the machinery that will compete from 2027 through 2029.
The current car’s three-year cycle will conclude at the end of the campaign, which is currently led by Red Bull junior Nikola Tsolov. As Formula 1’s senior-most support category, F2 remains a crucial stage in the development of drivers progressing towards F1 or other major championships, including Formula E, the World Endurance Championship and IndyCar.
The unveiling arrives as Formula 2 returns to Monza with a tightly contested title fight, adding relevance to the championship’s role as a proving ground for emerging talent.
The 2027 car retains the existing Dallara chassis, a decision intended to control costs, but introduces redesigned front and rear wings. The aerodynamic changes are aimed at improving the car’s ability to follow more closely, with the objective of producing closer and more competitive racing.
The revised styling also brings the F2 machine closer to Formula 1’s current design philosophy, reinforcing its position as the final step on the single-seater ladder before F1.
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem described the car as a step forward in safety, accessibility, sustainability and racing quality. F1 president and CEO Stefano Domenicali similarly highlighted the balance between innovation and a level playing field that allows drivers to demonstrate their ability.
The car will continue with Mecachrome’s 3.4-litre turbocharged engine, while Aramco-supplied sustainable fuel will remain part of the package after its introduction to the championship in 2025. Pirelli will also continue as the exclusive tyre supplier, providing tyres developed specifically for F2.
The most notable operational addition is an on-board starter. Its integration has required an evolution of the current gearbox, and it will allow drivers to restart the car after spinning or stalling on track while simplifying operations for teams.
The 2027 challenger also retains the FIA’s 2024 specifications for braking performance, steering effort and cockpit ergonomics. Marelli’s existing electronic and hydraulic systems will carry over, including the EM Motorsport Marshalling system.
Bruno Michel, FIA Formula 2 Championship CEO, said the project focused on keeping the car an effective preparation tool for F1 while managing costs and improving the racing spectacle. The result is a measured evolution: familiar hardware, refreshed aerodynamics and a practical starting-system upgrade designed to support both drivers and teams.
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