GP3 will follow sister series’ GP2 and Formula One in using the Drag Reduction System (DRS) device on their cars from 2017 onwards, Autosport have revealed.
The system will be used in conjuction with the GP3-16 Dallara chassis which has been used since the beginning of the 2016 season.
The car will have its rear wing design changed, but no further changes are scheduled to be made.
This change brings the series up-to-date with its counterparts as Formula One has used DRS since 2011, while GP2 adopted the system last year.
With the designs of the Dallara cars usually changing every three years, DRS should be in the series until at least 2019.
The device is attached the rear wing of the car to help overtaking manoeuvres, and when the driver presses a button on their steering wheel, opens when within one second of a car in front.
The letterbox gap in the rear wing cuts through the air to give the driver a momentary advantage.
DRS usage has been a controversial system over the last few years, with many traditional fans believing it is a gimmick which detracts from racing.
However, it is hoped that the device will help the calibre of racing in 2017.
Many overtakes have been made in the series in 2016, but some races, such as those in the opening round in Spain did tend to become monotonous after a point.
Testing on a suitable device will begin shortly in preparation for the next season.
