Ferrari looks to enhance pace with critical car upgrade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 7:19 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Ferrari aims to strengthen its performance in F1 after teams indicate they are close to competing with the best. The team is focused on improving its power unit, which has been a weakness compared to Mercedes, the current frontrunner. Despite a lack of raw engine power, Ferrari's handling and cornering have earned podium finishes. McLaren's Lando Norris acknowledged Ferrari's potential, suggesting that enhancements could lead to dominance. With upcoming opportunities to develop their power unit, Ferrari is positioned to challenge for titles in the near future.
- •Ferrari is working on upgrading their power unit to improve pace.
- •They are currently the second-fastest team in F1.
- •Ferrari excels in cornering and agility, outperforming rivals.
- •Upcoming development opportunities may enable Ferrari title contention.
- •Lando Norris highlighted Ferrari's potential dominance if they improve engine performance.
- 7:19 AMYahoo Sports — Ferrari Just One Upgrade Away From Becoming F1’s Team to Beat
"Teams around F1 are making it known that Ferrari is on the verge of becoming a powerhouse in terms of pace if they fix one part of their car.
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