Analysis of information sources in references of the Wikipedia article "FIA Super Licence" in English language version.
The Grand Prix Drivers' Association, which represents the majority of F1 drivers, had expressed its discontent at a hike in fees in 2008.
The decision to reduce the licence cost is a big turnaround for Mosley who, in February, wrote to Formula 1 drivers to suggest they race elsewhere if they were unable to pay for their super licences.
A number of other issues were discussed and the FIA has agreed to meet representatives of the GPDA on a regular basis to maintain what promises to be a constructive dialogue.
Jenson Button believes all drivers should pay the same amount for their super licence to race in Formula One.
I think I spent over a quarter of a million Euros on my licence to race that year!
9.5.2 All Drivers, irrespective of the nationality of their Licence, participating in any FIA World Championship Competition, shall retain the nationality of their passport in all official documents, publications and prize‐giving ceremonies.
When I won the World Cup because it was just really expensive. I had to pay about a million euros, if I remember rightly", said Jenson Button, who won the title in 2009.
Whitmarsh shows understanding for FIA's "idea of increasing its revenue" in that manner.
When I won the title, it became really expensive. I had to pay pay an estimated €1M ($1.28M), if I remember correctly.
The Grand Prix Drivers' Association, which represents the majority of F1 drivers, had expressed its discontent at a hike in fees in 2008.
The decision to reduce the licence cost is a big turnaround for Mosley who, in February, wrote to Formula 1 drivers to suggest they race elsewhere if they were unable to pay for their super licences.
A number of other issues were discussed and the FIA has agreed to meet representatives of the GPDA on a regular basis to maintain what promises to be a constructive dialogue.
F1 drivers will also have to contribute, with Eason saying the cost of their super licence is facing "massive hikes".
Jenson Button believes all drivers should pay the same amount for their super licence to race in Formula One.
I think I spent over a quarter of a million Euros on my licence to race that year!
9.5.2 All Drivers, irrespective of the nationality of their Licence, participating in any FIA World Championship Competition, shall retain the nationality of their passport in all official documents, publications and prize‐giving ceremonies.
F1 drivers will also have to contribute, with Eason saying the cost of their super licence is facing "massive hikes".
