The FIA has confirmed a ban on refueling and tire blankets for the 2010 season, the governing body citing cost-saving reasons.

"It was confirmed that from 2010, refueling during a race will be forbidden in order to save the costs of transporting refueling equipment and increase the incentive for engine builders to improve fuel economy (to save weight)," said the FIA in a statement following a meeting of the World Motor Sport Council.

The governing body also confirmed that tire blankets will be banned from 2010 and that the ban on other tire-heating devices will be maintained.