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Ferrari breaks down its approach to developing its 2026 F1 car.
Ferrari has refuted claims that the current Formula 1 break has allowed teams to become more aggressive with their car development, emphasizing that their long-term development plans remain unchanged despite the pause in racing due to the Iran War. According to Ferrari’s chassis technical director, Loic Serra, the team’s development strategy is not easily altered by the temporary break, as their plans are well-established over a significant period. Serra highlighted that the idea of introducing more experimental or aggressive updates during this period does not align with Ferrari’s structured approach to development. Additionally, Ferrari expressed skepticism towards other teams bringing parts to Miami only to replace them with further upgrades in Canada, unless the upgrades are incremental and make financial sense. Despite missing two races, Ferrari remains committed to their development trajectory for the SF-26 car, indicating that continuous learning through on-track testing is crucial for progress in Formula 1.
