# Parc Fermé

> Parc Fermé — a motorsport term in the TRAACKS glossary.

**URL:** [https://traacks.club/glossary/parc-ferme](https://traacks.club/glossary/parc-ferme)
**LLM context:** [https://traacks.club/glossary/parc-ferme/llm.txt](https://traacks.club/glossary/parc-ferme/llm.txt)
**Category:** Regulations

## Definition

A controlled area where cars are kept under strict regulations between qualifying and the race. In parc fermé conditions, teams are limited in the changes they can make to the car, ensuring the qualifying setup is used in the race.

## Term Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Term | Parc Fermé |
| Slug | parc-ferme |
| Category | Regulations |
| Related terms | Qualifying, Scrutineering (Technical Inspection), Setup (Car Setup) |
| URL | https://traacks.club/glossary/parc-ferme |

## Related Terms

### Qualifying

The session(s) before a race where drivers set timed laps to determine their starting positions on the grid. Qualifying formats vary by series — some use single-lap shootouts, others use knockout sessions (Q1, Q2, Q3), and some use aggregate times.

- [View on TRAACKS](https://traacks.club/glossary/qualifying)
- [LLM context](https://traacks.club/glossary/qualifying/llm.txt)
- [Markdown](https://traacks.club/glossary/qualifying/markdown.md)

### Scrutineering (Technical Inspection)

The official technical inspection of cars before, during, or after a race event to verify compliance with regulations. Checks include weight, dimensions, fuel, safety equipment, and technical specifications. Non-compliance can result in disqualification.

- [View on TRAACKS](https://traacks.club/glossary/scrutineering)
- [LLM context](https://traacks.club/glossary/scrutineering/llm.txt)
- [Markdown](https://traacks.club/glossary/scrutineering/markdown.md)

### Setup (Car Setup)

The collection of adjustments made to a car's mechanical and aerodynamic systems to optimize performance for specific track conditions. Setup includes suspension geometry (camber, toe, ride height), spring rates, damper settings, wing angles, and brake bias.

- [View on TRAACKS](https://traacks.club/glossary/setup)
- [LLM context](https://traacks.club/glossary/setup/llm.txt)
- [Markdown](https://traacks.club/glossary/setup/markdown.md)

## Glossary Categories

- **Racing**: 12 terms
- **Technical**: 10 terms
- **Strategy**: 5 terms
- **Regulations**: 15 terms
- **Track & Circuit**: 9 terms
- **Vehicle & Setup**: 6 terms

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