Ferrari greenlights engine and chassis upgrades for Italian GP at Monza

Key takeaways

• 15 horsepower boost expected: Ferrari approved a new turbocharger and revised combustion chamber, bringing an estimated power increase of up to 15 hp.
• Specialized Monza aero package: Upgrades include an aerodynamic revision to the Macarena wing and an adjustable exhaust to minimize drag on Monza’s high-speed straights.
• Schumacher tribute: Ferrari will sport a special livery and team kit honoring seven-time World Champion Michael Schumacher across the race weekend.

Ferrari has officially greenlit its latest round of technical developments ahead of the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, introducing performance upgrades to both its power unit and chassis.

Following an evaluation by the ADUO, Ferrari was granted two power unit updates for the 2026 season. The Italian squad confirmed it will deploy the first of these performance steps at its home venue, featuring a new turbocharger, a revised combustion chamber, and an updated fuel blend provided by Shell. According to Motorsport, the engine package is expected to yield an increase of up to 15 horsepower.

Beyond the engine unit, Ferrari is bringing a low-drag aerodynamic package tailored specifically for Monza’s long straights. The update includes a more efficient iteration of the rear Macarena wing, paired with an adjustable lower exhaust designed to further trim aerodynamic drag if needed.

Visual updates will complement the technical suite, as drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will run a special tribute livery and team kit in honor of Michael Schumacher.

Ferrari currently holds 2nd place in the Constructors’ Championship with 338 points, chasing leaders Mercedes on 425 points. In the Drivers’ Championship, Hamilton sits 3rd with 183 points—tied with Mercedes’ George Russell—behind championship leader Andrea Kimi Antonelli (242 points).

Ferrari’s greenlight follows key updates across the F1 paddock, including Lewis Hamilton expressing optimism for Monza’s pace, Toto Wolff dismissing driver tension at Mercedes post-Zandvoort, and Pirelli confirming mid-range compound selections for Sepang.

Formula 1 resumes action from September 4–6 at Monza for the Italian Grand Prix, the 13th round of the 2026 World Championship. GRANDE PRÊMIO provides complete live coverage of every session across all categories. Follow all updates on our news page.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

1. What power unit upgrades will Ferrari debut at Monza?

Ferrari will introduce a new turbocharger, a redesigned combustion chamber, and a revised Shell fuel blend, bringing an estimated 15 hp boost.

2. Why is Ferrari running a special livery at the Italian GP?

Ferrari will run a unique tribute livery and matching team kits at Monza in honor of seven-time World Champion Michael Schumacher.

3. When is the next race on the 2026 Formula 1 calendar?

Formula 1 returns to action from September 4–6, 2026, for the Italian Grand Prix at Monza.