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Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur has identified what he believes will be the biggest challenge with the new 2026 F1 rules.
Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur sees the primary challenge of the 2026 F1 rules reset in achieving thorough integration among all systems, including the drivers. Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc had their first experience with the SF-26 on Friday during a shakedown at Fiorano, with the car scheduled to hit the track for the first time at the private Barcelona test on January 27th. With significant modifications to both the chassis and power units, Vasseur stresses the importance of efficiently aligning all systems as teams prepare for upcoming testing. According to Vasseur, successful performance will heavily rely on the seamless integration of the chassis and power unit, with comprehensive development playing a critical role. Vasseur emphasizes that adapting to the new dynamics will challenge drivers to entirely rethink their approaches to weekend development and on-track driving. Nevertheless, he finds this reset to be an exciting and invigorating challenge for Ferrari and their competitors, highlighting the essential role of providing drivers with the necessary tools and support to excel in the new environment.
