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Teams taking part in the one-day test scheduled right after the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the final race of the season, will be given a chance to sample a new 2016 ultrasoft tyre compound.
The Italian manufacturer scheduled the test on December 1 with the purpose of putting new construction rubber through its paces, including an ultrasoft compound destined to expand Pirelli's 2016 slick tyre range.
The new rubber will be distinguished by a purple-marked sidewall, a color chosen by 85% of the fans who were asked to vote through Pirelli's social media channels.
The Abu Dhabi test will not allow participating teams, which will field only one car each, to trial new parts or altered cars, but they will be permitted to run race or reserve drivers.
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