Ferrari has unveiled the SF-26, the new single-seater with which the Scuderia will compete in the upcoming Formula 1 season, marking the beginning of a new regulatory era for the sport. The car was presented at Fiorano ahead of the championship’s opening round in Australia on 8 March.

The SF-26 is the 72nd Formula 1 car built by Ferrari and the first designed under the new technical regulations, which introduce lighter cars, a major rethink of aerodynamic concepts and a new generation of hybrid power units.

The chassis reflects a complete revision of the car’s architecture. Ground-effect solutions have been abandoned in favour of a different aerodynamic approach, with cleaner lines and a design philosophy focused on weight reduction and overall efficiency, in line with Formula 1’s long-term technical objectives.

The power unit also represents a significant shift. Under the 2026 rules, the MGU-H has been eliminated and the MGU-K upgraded to deliver up to 350 kW, strengthening the role of electric power. This has required a fully new design approach and a closer integration between chassis and engine.

Visually, the SF-26 features more streamlined proportions, conveying a sense of lightness and agility. The car has been conceived as a robust development platform, capable of evolving throughout the season as data from the track becomes available.

The new livery links past, present and future. After seven seasons of matte finishes, Ferrari returns to glossy paint, with a brighter and more intense Rosso Scuderia inspired by the special Monza livery introduced in 2025. White elements around the cockpit and engine cover add contrast and recall historic Ferrari designs, reinforcing the balance between tradition and innovation.

The same colour scheme extends to the drivers’ race suits, where red remains dominant while white accents at the shoulders and collar echo the team’s heritage.

With pre-season testing set to begin next week with a collective shakedown in Barcelona, followed by two sessions in Bahrain, Ferrari now enters the phase in which design gives way to track evaluation. In a completely new technical context for all teams, the Scuderia will rely on its traditional approach: methodical work, attention to detail and careful data analysis, aiming for steady and controlled progress throughout the season.