'Ferrari very hopeful and takes three important steps with 2023 car'
General
- GPblog.com
Ferrari, meanwhile, is busy developing the 2023 car. According to the Italian branch of Motorsport.com, very good progressis being made on the project that would bear the name '675'. The new car has been taken to task in three key areas and the first results seem to be very hopeful.
At Ferrari itself, they are confident that by 2023 they can seriously fight for the world title. Whereas in past seasons it took several revolutions to compete for wins, this winter only a few adjustments are needed to become successful again.
Data from the wind tunnel are reportedly very positive. Enrico Cardile's team is working hard to achieve a higher top speed through greater aerodynamic efficiency. That the Ferrari was slower than Red Bull Racing's RB18 on the straights was not so much to do with engine power, but more due to problems with too much drag and a not-so-efficient floor.
New tyres benefit Ferrari?
High tyre degradation often hurt the Italian team in 2022. Whereas Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez were very good at extending the life of their rubber, Ferrari often had to pit several laps earlier. In 2023, new tyres will be introduced by Pirelli with less understeer their target.
This, according to the aforementioned publication, seems to work out in favour of Ferrari and the driving style of Charles Leclerc in particular. "In Maranello, they have adapted the mathematical model of the new tyres in the simulation systems and the results of the virtual tests seem positive, as there would be a good correlation between the track and the simulator."
Concept remains the same, engine improved
Ferrari is building on the same concept, so the 2023 car will not look radically different. Under the bonnet, however, there will be a significant step forward. The reliability of the engine has been greatly improved, which means that the longevity of the power unit has increased. This has allowed Ferrari to adopt a more aggressive engine mode, without causing dropouts as was often the case last season.