P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ferrari are set to overhaul the design of their F1 car for the 2026 season.
Ferrari is planning a major redesign of their 2026 F1 car following a disappointing 2025 season where they dropped to fourth in the constructors’ championship and failed to win any races.
Despite Charles Leclerc earning seven podiums, Lewis Hamilton struggled in his debut season with Ferrari, finishing outside the top three in races and ending the year with three Q1 exits.
The team decided to halt development of the SF-25 early in the season due to McLaren’s dominance and shifted focus to the 2026 car, aiming to rectify their mistakes.
The upcoming 2026 car will be vastly different from its predecessor, aiming to address the issues faced with the SF-25, as stated by F1 analyst Rosario Giuliana.
Despite the setbacks, Ferrari will benefit from more testing time compared to their rivals due to missing out on second place in the constructors’ championship.
Key problems with the SF-25 include rear-end instability, which was addressed with rear suspension changes but did not yield significant improvements.
Leclerc sees 2026 as a crucial year for Ferrari, believing it’s a chance to showcase the team’s potential and hopes for a strong start to the new era in F1.
