FIA proposes new manufacturers points system

His proposal would see car manufacturers able to select a second team to supply engines to alongside their works arrangement. The second supplied team could then score points towards their works tally in the new manufacturers’ standings.

For example Sauber, which is supplied by Ferrari, would be able to score points for the Scuderia, while Arrows, which is supplied by Cosworth, could score points for Jaguar, which currently shares a supply of CR3 V10s.

The FIA sees this new rule as an opportunity for existing constructors in the sport and prospective manufacturers to supply two teams at the cost of a current engine supply deal. This would assist in increasing their exposure..