Ferrari has revealed its new sidepod design in the pit lane at the Barcelona circuit, signaling a departure from the previous “baby bath” concept in favor of a downwash philosophy similar to that of Red Bull. The decision comes after a challenging start to the 2023 season for Ferrari, with the SF-23 car displaying strong qualifying pace but struggling to perform consistently in races.
So far, Ferrari has managed only one podium finish in the first six races of the season, with Charles Leclerc securing third place at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. As a result, the team currently sits in a distant fourth position in the Constructors’ Championship standings.
In an effort to address the car’s unpredictability and performance issues, Ferrari has decided to adopt a more Red Bull-inspired sidepod design, which will make its debut at the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix. The revised sidepods mark a departure from the previous design philosophy that Ferrari had employed since the introduction of ground effect aerodynamics in 2022.
