Enrico Cardile(Head Engineer of Chassis Area) David Sanchez(Chief Engineer – Vehicle Concept) Fabio Montecchi(Chief Project Engineer) Enrico Racca(Head of Supply Chain and Manufacturing) Diego Ioverno(Chief Engineer – Vehicle Operations) Tiziano Battistini (Head of Chassis Design) Marco Adurno (Head of Vehicle Performance) Loïc Bigois(Head of Aerodynamic Operations) Diego Tondi (Head of Aerodynamic Developments) Rory Byrne(Technical Consultant)
The car was driven by Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz Jr. The chassis is Ferrari's first single seater under the 2022 FIA Technical Regulations.[4] The F1-75 scored four wins, from the Bahrain, the Australian, the British, and the Austrian Grands Prix, and 20 podiums from its 22 races. The car made its competitive debut at the 2022 Bahrain Grand Prix.
Competition and development history
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The name refers to the 75th anniversary since the first Ferrari production car rolled out of the factory in Maranello.[5] The F1-75 was used in a tyre test following the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix and was investigated after it appeared to have been run with a new floor specification that had not been previously used. The FIA ruled that the floor had been previously used during pre-season testing and was, therefore, compliant with the regulations.[6]
Sainz took home his maiden career victory at the British Grand Prix
Compared to the winless 2020 and 2021 cars, the F1-75 was immediately competitive; the team took pole and followed that up with a 1–2 finish, which saw Leclerc winning and Sainz in second, at the first race in Bahrain. At the 2022 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix the car qualified in second and third, and, after a safety car, Leclerc would lead for the majority of the race but ultimately was overtaken by Max Verstappen for the win in the final five laps. Both Ferraris would still end up on the podium as Sainz finished in third, just ahead of Sergio Pérez. Leclerc continued this podium streak in Australia in dominant form, and got his first career grand slam, the first for Ferrari since 2010. Sainz retired on lap one after spinning into gravel and beaching his car. Compared to its main rival, the Red Bull RB18, the F1-75 often displayed superior cornering speeds, but the RB18 was better on the straights. Leclerc took four consecutive poles from Miami to Baku, but the team failed to convert any of these poles to wins through a combination of unreliability and poor strategy. At the British Grand Prix, Sainz took pole and won his first Formula One race. At the following race in Austria, the F1-75 took another victory with Leclerc, who achieved his 5th Grand Prix victory.
Despite being competitive in the first half of the season, the F1-75 suffered from porpoising and poor engine reliability; to address that, Ferrari downtuned the engines at the Belgian Grand Prix.[7][8] The porpoising was addressed by FIA's Technical Directive 39 which took effect at the same race. Reports emerged that the Technical Directive caused the F1-75 to suffer increased tyre wear in subsequent races.[9]
In November 2022, Mattia Binotto stated that Ferrari could not afford to upgrade the car due to them having hit the cost cap,[10] which further contributed to the car's downturn in competitiveness in the second half of the season.
Engine and Power Unit Specifications: The F1-75 is powered by Ferrari’s 066/7 designated 1.6L turbocharged V6 hybrid engine. This power unit, built in a 90-degree V6 configuration, can reach a maximum of 15,000 rpm. The car is equipped with an MGU-K (electric motor) producing 120kW (163hp) and a lithium-ion battery with a 4 MJ capacity. The MGU-K has a maximum speed of 50,000 rpm, while the MGU-H can spin up to 125,000 rpm.[11]
Chassis and Aerodynamics: The chassis is constructed from a carbon fiber honeycomb composite material, and the car adopts the new ground effect floor design introduced with the 2022 season. One of the most distinctive aerodynamic innovations of the F1-75 is its unique hollowed sidepods, which differ noticeably from those on rival cars. This design has notably contributed to improved cornering capability and enhanced traction on corner exits.[12]
Suspension and Transmission: The front suspension uses a push-rod setup, while the rear features a pull-rod design. The car is equipped with a longitudinally mounted, forward-shifting eight-speed (plus reverse) gearbox developed in-house by Ferrari.[11]
Tyres and Brakes: With new 18-inch wheels and larger tyres, both heat management and grip performance have been enhanced. The braking system, supplied by Brembo, features carbon discs, and the rear brakes are equipped with electronic braking control (brake-by-wire).[13]
Total Weight: The car has a minimum weight of 795 kg, including fluids and the driver.[13]
Performance and Position in the Season: The F1-75 was noted during the 2022 season for its impressive high-speed cornering and strong acceleration on exits. In fact, during early testing in Valencia, even Mercedes team officials reportedly found Ferrari’s engine performance striking. However, as the season progressed, issues related to porpoising and engine reliability began to emerge, leading to a noticeable drop in performance during the second half of the year.[12]
Visual and Design Details: The car features a special livery with a darker shade of red and prominent black accents, created in tribute to Ferrari’s 75th anniversary. Throughout the season, additional sponsor graphics and unique liveries were used, particularly during home races and special events.[14]
The most striking innovations in the design of the Ferrari F1-75 include:
Radical Sidepod Design: The F1-75’s most eye-catching feature is its hollowed and raised sidepod structure, which appears deeply sculpted compared to conventional designs. This configuration channels airflow more efficiently toward the floor and diffuser, significantly enhancing downforce. Ferrari adopted a distinctly aggressive and unconventional approach in this area, setting the car apart from its rivals both visually and aerodynamically.[15]
Ground Effect Floor Concept: With the return of ground effect regulations in 2022, Ferrari developed a highly optimized floor featuring well-designed Venturi tunnels. This innovation improved the car’s cornering speed and enhanced tyre management efficiency, contributing to both performance and consistency over race stints.[15]
Nose Design and Front Wing: Compared to other 2022 cars, the F1-75 features a thicker and more rounded nose shape. Additionally, the front wing incorporates intricate elements that efficiently guide airflow along the wing channels toward the rear of the car. This aerodynamic strategy helped Ferrari distinguish itself from competitors by optimizing airflow management and overall balance.[16]
Revised Cooling and Engine Cover: The engine cover features distinctive “shark fin” cutouts along with improved cooling channels. These design changes were implemented to optimize engine temperature management and enhance the overall efficiency of the cooling system.[16]
Suspension System: Ferrari improved the car’s center of gravity and handling by using a push-rod setup at the front and a pull-rod system at the rear. The rear suspension, in particular, was optimized to work harmoniously with the ground effect concept.
Visuals and Livery: The design prominently features dark red and black details to celebrate Ferrari’s 75th anniversary. These visual elements enhanced the car’s presence and identity on the track.
Together, these innovations played a key role in making the F1-75 stand out during Ferrari’s 2022 season.[16]
Ferrari F1-75’s biggest competitive edge in the 2022 season was its powerful engine performance and strong acceleration out of corners, especially during the first half of the year. Thanks to its small turbocharger, the car delivered more effective traction at low revs and during corner exits, giving it an advantage in short and medium-speed corners compared to rivals. Additionally, its aerodynamics—optimized for downforce—allowed it to be exceptionally quick over a single lap, further highlighting its strengths on the track.
The key factors behind the F1-75’s success were:
The small-turbo hybrid system’s quick response during corner exits, providing rapid acceleration.
Aerodynamic efficiency and the new ground effect floor design, which offered more balanced handling compared to rivals, especially on slow and medium-speed tracks.
Ferrari’s early and systematic focus on the 2022 regulation changes, enabling the car to be better prepared than competitors at the start of the season.[17]
However, these advantages diminished somewhat as the season progressed due to FIA regulations and updates. Still, the strong traction, engine performance, and single-lap speed exhibited at the start of the season remained the Ferrari F1-75’s most prominent competitive strengths.[17]
Livery
The F1-75 was the first Ferrari F1 car to feature Santander branding since the SF70H in 2017 in which the team received sponsorship from Santander following the success of the team finishing third in Constructors' Championship in previous season.
At their home Grand Prix, the car ran in a special livery to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Ferrari road cars. It features a yellow dash graphics.
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Charles Leclerc 
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