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Torque sensors offer very high accuracy in measuring power, allowing the FIA to ensure that the power of each car does not exceed the Balance of Performance-allocated values and that that external factors like atmospheric conditions do not influence performance.
The sensors are installed on the driveshafts of the cars and are the most effective tool to measure power at the wheel, allocated individually by the BoP process to each car model taking part in the world’s most prestigious sprint race for GT3 machinery. The decision to mandate torque sensors followed consultations with the manufacturers involved in the GT3 Technical Working Group.
The FIA has extensive experience using torque sensors, with the devices being mandatory from a regulatory standpoint in the FIA World Endurance Championship’s Hypercar and LMGT3 classes, as well as in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship and the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship’s Ultimate class.
The introduction of mandatory torque sensors is the second major FIA GT World Cup regulatory change for 2025, following the approval of the new Super Pole qualifying format by the FIA World Motor Sport Council this February.
The eighth edition of the FIA GT World Cup will take place from November 13–16 as part of the 72nd Macau Grand Prix.
Lutz Leif Linden, FIA GT Commission Chairman, said: “I’m delighted that we will be using torque sensors in the FIA GT World Cup in Macau this year. The FIA made this decision in consultation with the manufacturers. For us, this means even greater fairness and improved control of BoP values which is particularly important in such a prestigious and high-profile event and on a circuit as demanding as the one in Macau, where high-speed straights contrast with tight, narrowing corners. Following last year’s extremely competitive entry, this, along with the recently approved qualifying format, marks another key step in the FIA GT World Cup’s ongoing growth.”
Fabrice van Ertvelde, FIA Technical Circuit Sport Manager, said: “As always with competitions relying on Balance of Performance, our goal as the regulator is to ensure a level playing field for all participants. The implementation of torque sensors is a very effective tool to achieve that target, allowing us to realign all the very different cars on parameters such as pure power but also on top speed, which is a crucial factor on a track such as the Guia Circuit. The manufacturers we are expecting to see in Macau this year are already familiar with this innovation through their experience in the LMGT3 class in the FIA World Endurance Championship, and the decision to go with the torque sensor route is a result of a dialogue we had with them.”
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Four FIA leaders have joined the line up for the DirtFish Women in Motorsport Summit in May.
Emilia Abel (FIA Junior Road Sport Director), Erin Bourke (FIA Project Leader, United Against Online Abuse), Marina Duñach (FIA Rally Category Manager) and Pernilla Solberg (WRC Commission President) will take part in the fourth annual DirtFish Women in Motorsport Summit at LeMay – America’s Car Museum (Tacoma, Washington) on Saturday May 24.
The Women in Motorsport Summit is an annual event which brings together inspiring female leaders from across the motorsport community. This year’s event will also welcome former Williams F1 Team Principal, Claire Williams, European Rally Championship Driver Aoife Raftery, ARA Champion Lia Block, and Trans-Am Racing driver Michele Abbate.
DirtFish Women in Motorsport Summit coordinator Josie Rimmer said: “To work alongside world motorsport’s governing body, to bring these four women to the Summit, it’s a demonstration of what we’ve achieved since we started on this road in 2022.
“It’s an absolute honour to have Emilia, Erin, Marina and, of course, our great friend Pernilla with us this year. Together, these four have some of the most powerful voices in world motorsport and their message is going to come through loud and clear on May 24.”
As Junior Road Sport Director, Emilia leads on rallying, rallycross and cross-country at the FIA. During the event, she will share her thoughts on the future of the World Rally Championship and explain more about her route to the top of the sport.
Emilia said: “Motorsport should be inclusive, and supporting women in the sport helps bring fresh perspectives and talent. It’s about breaking down barriers and ensuring everyone has the chance to succeed, regardless of gender.
“The Summit offers a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and contribute to furthering diversity and inclusion in the sport. I’m looking forward to the discussions and the chance to share insights with others who are passionate about the future of motorsport.”
Erin leads on the FIA’s groundbreaking United Against Online Abuse campaign. UAOA aims to improve awareness around the scale and impact of online abuse in sport. Erin will explore the campaign’s research, and its vision for the future, during her talk at the event.
Erin said: “I’m thrilled to be joining the DirtFish Women in Motorsport Summit. Events like this provide an essential platform to connect, share experiences, celebrate successes and empower more women to thrive in motorsport at every level and in every competition.”
Meanwhile, Marina will take the opportunity to delve into some of the opportunities and challenges in rally during her contributions at the Women in Motorsport Summit.
Marina said: “There are so many brilliant women in rally, but we still have a way to go before we achieve parity with men in our sport. It’s vital that we keep this conversation live by coming together, sharing our stories, learning from each other and inspiring women to join and stay in our sport.
“I am delighted to have been invited to speak at the DirtFish Women in Motorsport Summit. I’ve followed this event since it launched, so it’s exciting to join the 2025 line-up, and be a part of the conversations changing the face of our sport.”
Pernilla Solberg is now in her second year as WRC Commission president. She is looking forward to making her return to the DirtFish Women in Motorsport Summit – where she will continue to highlight the importance of building opportunities for women across the sporting ecosystem.
“I am super-excited to be back at the DirtFish Women in Motorsport Summit,” Pernilla said. “This is my third time and I am so proud of Josie [Rimmer] and what she has accomplished. Her passion, dedication and determination to make a difference for women in motorsport is why I want to come back, her initiative is just amazing.
“The Summit is a great opportunity to hear from different voices in motorsport, to network and to meet new people. I look forward to seeing you out there!”
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