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RacingNews365’s technical analyst Paolo Filisetti takes a look at the two versions of car Ferrari will introduce at the start of the 2026 F1 regulations.
Ferrari will reveal its 2026 Formula 1 car on January 23 in an effort to overcome the limitations of the SF-25 from last season. The SF-25 was Ferrari’s final ground-effect car, with new technical regulations introducing significant changes to both car and power unit design. Teams across the paddock are dedicating resources to understand the regulations and maximize performance opportunities. However, this aggressive development approach comes with risks due to the substantial changes. The new rules require teams to essentially start from scratch, facing challenges in implementing unconventional solutions in various car systems. Reduced development time adds complexity to the task, affecting areas from internal fluid dynamics to aerodynamic packages.
