[AoB Special Stage]

Originally Posted by chernaudi

So do they count car makers by marque, or by direct factory involvement? And what do the rules say about a series with multiple classes in it?

By marque, and idk.

Originally Posted by Akrapovic

I've always wondered what is required to call someone a manufacturer. For example, the 1995 F1 season had 1 works team - Ferrari. All of the rest were private entries using engine supplies.

Engine suppliers are counted as manufacturers as long as they produce road cars.

You need four manufacturers to apply for World Championship status, but only two to keep it, so I'm assuming there is some interpretation of classes together. (P1 and P2 counted together maybe?)

Originally Posted by Akrapovic

Mazda are staying until 2040. With an all electric diesel. My sources told me. They'll also be at the Nurburgring last week.