Pirelli has been confirmed as the tire partner supplying Formula 1, Formula 2 and Formula 3 until the end of 2027, following a recent tender process.
The current supply contract ran until the end of 2024, with the FIA opening up the tender for 2025-2027 earlier this year with Pirelli facing competition from Bridgestone. It has now been confirmed that the Italian manufacturer will remain the sole supplier to F1 – as well as to the junior categories on the support schedule – for a further three years, and that the tires in 2024 will be Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified for the first time.
“Since returning to the sport in 2011 Pirelli has been an invaluable partner, supporting Formula 1 through new generations of technology and technical regulations and delivering tires to enable fantastic racing for our fans,” F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said.
“The company’s commitment to quality, innovation and their deep knowledge of our sport will be vital in the coming years as we approach our new regulations in 2026 and the work Pirelli is focused on relating to sustainability, proven by the FSC certification, will ensure we continue to work together towards our shared Net Zero 2030 goal.”
As part of the tender process, it was set out that the tires moving forward “are designed to ensure a wide working range, minimize overheating, and have low degradation whilst also creating the possibility for variation in strategies”. Despite recent safety concerns in Qatar, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem says Pirelli has shown it is capable of responding to the performance levels of the latest generation of F1 car.
“Pirelli has been operating at the top level of motor sport for many years and I am sure th at they will continue to deliver innovation and excellence on the world stage,” Ben Sulayem said. “Formula 1 is a unique challenge for the tyre supplier, and Pirelli has demonstrated great commitment to producing tires that meet the extreme demands of these incredible cars.