Ferrari introduces upgraded F1 engine for Italian GP at Monza
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 1:31 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Ferrari plans to roll out an upgraded engine for the upcoming Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix at Monza. This upgrade, permitted under ADUO guidelines, follows Ferrari's assessment revealing a shortfall of over 4%, allowing for two upgrades this season. The new power unit includes enhancements to the combustion chamber and turbocharger, aimed at increasing horsepower and improving electrical energy distribution. Aerodynamic upgrades, including a new rear wing design, will also be implemented to boost performance. Ferrari is seeking to make a strong impression at its home race after underwhelming results in recent rounds.
- •Ferrari will upgrade its engine for the Italian GP at Monza.
- •The new engine aims to reduce the horsepower deficit to Mercedes.
- •Aerodynamic updates include a new rear wing for better efficiency.
- •Ferrari is currently 87 points behind Mercedes in the standings.
- •The team has struggled with podium finishes in recent races.
- 1:31 PMYahoo Sports — Ferrari to deliver upgraded F1 engine at Italian GP
- 1:31 PMMotorsport.com — Ferrari to deliver upgraded F1 engine at Italian GP
- 1:25 PMAutosport — Ferrari to deliver upgraded F1 engine at Italian GP
"Ferrari will use its ADUO-permitted upgrade on its engine for the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix, while also bringing aerodynamic updates and track-specific parts for its home round. Following reliability checks and the announcement of Ferrari being over 4% behind on the Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities (ADUO) benchmark – and therefore permitted to two upgrades this season – ...Keep reading
"Ferrari will use its ADUO-permitted upgrade on its engine for the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix, while also bringing aerodynamic updates and track-specific parts for its home round. Following reliability checks and the announcement of Ferrari being over 4% behind on the Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities (ADUO) benchmark – and therefore permitted to two upgrades this season – ...Keep reading
"Ferrari will upgrade its engine for the Italian GP, along with another round of aerodynamic tweaks and track-specific parts as it targets home glory
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 1:31 PMFerrari to deliver upgraded F1 engine at Italian GP
Ferrari will upgrade its engine for the Italian GP, along with another round of aerodynamic tweaks and track-specific parts as it targets home glory
- Motorsport.comAug 28, 2026, 1:31 PMFerrari to deliver upgraded F1 engine at Italian GP
Ferrari will use its ADUO-permitted upgrade on its engine for the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix, while also bringing aerodynamic updates and track-specific parts for its home round. Following reliability checks and the announcement of Ferrari being over 4% behind on the Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities (ADUO) benchmark – and therefore permitted to two upgrades this season – ...Keep reading
- AutosportAug 28, 2026, 1:25 PMFerrari to deliver upgraded F1 engine at Italian GP
Ferrari will use its ADUO-permitted upgrade on its engine for the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix, while also bringing aerodynamic updates and track-specific parts for its home round. Following reliability checks and the announcement of Ferrari being over 4% behind on the Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities (ADUO) benchmark – and therefore permitted to two upgrades this season – ...Keep reading
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