of laps was 60, due to the length of the track. Any laps completed with a pace truck are considered invalid. In restarts, pairing of the trucks is stopped and overtaking is allowed only after the checkered flag, or when the green light is lit. In 2006, when the 12th lap is valid, the pilots will receive a chequered flag in green and yellow, which scores the first five places. At this point, the Pace Truck enters the track and neutralises the race for cleaning and removing vehicles on the track, remaining for three to five laps. After restart, trucks complete the preset number of laps and make the podium in accordance with their respective classification in the race or with less time penalties if applicable. The trucks have enough power to exceed 200 km/h, but at one point in the circuit there is a speed limit of 160 km/h, to ensure sufficient safety. Adherence to this safety limit is monitored with the help of radars installed at varied points around the track. Scoring system Champions Brazilian South American End In 2017, several teams left the organisation to create a new championship called Copa Truck. After two rounds of the 2017 season, partners and drivers forced the postponement of the third race twice due to the lack of audience. After that, an announcement on the website of the organisation stated that the 2017 season was cancelled and that they would attempt to return in 2018. Finally, in November 2020 it was announced that Formula Truck would return under new management for the 2021 season. See also Brazilian Automobile Confederation References External links Official website of the Fórmula Truck (in Portuguese) - 1996 establishments in Brazil 2017 disestablishments in Brazil Motorsport competitions in Brazil