FEBRUARY 22, 2006

FIA seeks ECU bidders

The FIA says its is seeking "expressions of interest from potential suppliers of electronic systems and component suppliers with a view to supplying all Formula 1 teams with a standard electronic control system and technical support for racing and testing" in 2008. The federation listed a number of requirements for systems. Those who register their interest before March 31 will be invoted to make formal bids at a later date.

It remains to be seen whether or not a common ECU will be accepted by the teams.