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Ferrari is changing its front suspension concept with its 2025 car as part of a raft of changes it hopes will deliver a first Formula 1 world championship since 2008, although technical partner Haas has decided against taking the latest specification
Ferrari is revamping its front suspension concept for its 2025 car in a bid to secure its first Formula 1 world championship victory since 2008. Haas, their technical partner, has chosen to stick with the 2024 pushrod version instead of adopting the anticipated pullrod front suspension due to the resources required for the 2025 version. Although Ferrari has yet to officially confirm the switch to pullrod, it’s expected to align them with Red Bull, McLaren, RB, and Sauber from last year, with other teams continuing to use pushrod front suspension. The choice between pull and pushrod designs for the front suspension offers performance, packaging, and aerodynamic advantages, with potential for improved ride height control and response. Haas’s decision to retain the older front suspension was driven by a desire for stability and continuity, marking a departure from their previous trend of utilizing Ferrari’s latest parts. This strategic shift was the result of careful evaluation by Haas’s technical leadership, weighing the need for aero optimization against the benefits of continuous development.
