2016 · TECHNICAL
2016 Technical Regulations
2016 was largely a carryover on the technical side. Engine-token system was dropped mid-season once manufacturers had stabilised the power-unit architectures. Pirelli tyre construction was modified after the 2015 Belgian GP tyre failure. Preparations intensified for the 2017 aero reset — cars wider, front wings wider, bigger rear wings. Rosberg took his only title before retiring immediately.
Continuity + token system dropped
Engine-development tokens were eliminated once they'd served their purpose of rationing development during the turbo-hybrid roll-out. 2017 prep dominated technical meetings.
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