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Ferrari Technical Director Loic Serra has quashed the theory that Formula 1 teams have changed their approach to car development during the sport’s enforced five-week break.
Ferrari Technical Director Loic Serra debunked the claim that F1 teams altered their car development approach during the sport’s recent five-week hiatus. The cancellation of races led teams to adjust their plans behind closed doors due to the break’s impact on their preparations. The new hybrid power unit regulations in F1 have prompted a year of exploration and understanding regarding their intricacies. Despite the break affecting some of Ferrari’s plans, Serra emphasized that their long-term development strategy remained unchanged. Teams, including Ferrari, are focused on adhering to their preset development plans and finding ways to stay competitive within the new regulations. The Scuderia is cautious about introducing upgrades to its SF-26, emphasizing incremental developments over major adjustments to maintain competitiveness without racing disrupting their approach.
