Constructor

A Constructor in motorsport is a company or entity that designs and builds racing cars for competition, particularly in Formula 1 and other major racing series.

In Formula 1, constructors must design and manufacture specific components of their cars, including the survival cell, impact structures, and bodywork. Each F1 team must be its own constructor, unlike some other racing series where teams can purchase cars from external manufacturers.

Constructors compete for the Constructors' Championship, earning points based on their drivers' race finishes. Ferrari holds the record for most Constructors' Championships with 16 titles, followed by Williams and McLaren. The distinction between being a constructor versus simply entering a pre-built car is a fundamental aspect of Formula 1's competitive structure.