Ferrari introduces update package for US GP with minor changes
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 8:05 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Ferrari has released updates for the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, featuring a new design for the 'fingers' at the front edge of the SF-26 floor. The update also includes minor modifications to the sidepods, specifically a small change to the inlet and the undercut, in conjunction with alterations to the floor board. Both Ferrari drivers have suggested that the impact of these new parts may be limited. The Grand Prix is scheduled for this weekend, and further performance reviews will follow the event.
- •Ferrari's updates focus on the car's floor and sidepods design.
- •Drivers have downplayed the potential impact of the new components.
- •The updates are part of preparations for the upcoming US Grand Prix.
- 8:05 PMAutosport — The reasons behind Ferrari's US GP upgrades
- 8:02 PMMotorsport.com — Exploring Ferrari's 'less than a tenth' US GP update package
"Ferrari's latest clutch of updates for the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix feature a unique approach to the 'fingers' situated at the front edge of the floor, although both drivers have played down the significance of the new parts. The SF-26 has also been given a minor rework to the sidepods, with a small change to the inlet and the undercut to link up with a minor change to the floor board ...Keep reading
"Ferrari's latest clutch of updates for the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix feature a unique approach to the 'fingers' situated at the front edge of the floor, although both drivers have played down the significance of the new parts. The SF-26 has also been given a minor rework to the sidepods, with a small change to the inlet and the undercut to link up with a minor change to the floor board ...Keep reading
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External links- AutosportOct 23, 2026, 8:05 PMThe reasons behind Ferrari's US GP upgrades
Ferrari's latest clutch of updates for the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix feature a unique approach to the 'fingers' situated at the front edge of the floor, although both drivers have played down the significance of the new parts. The SF-26 has also been given a minor rework to the sidepods, with a small change to the inlet and the undercut to link up with a minor change to the floor board ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comOct 23, 2026, 8:02 PMExploring Ferrari's 'less than a tenth' US GP update package
Ferrari's latest clutch of updates for the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix feature a unique approach to the 'fingers' situated at the front edge of the floor, although both drivers have played down the significance of the new parts. The SF-26 has also been given a minor rework to the sidepods, with a small change to the inlet and the undercut to link up with a minor change to the floor board ...Keep reading
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