Ferrari Implement 'Drastic Change' for 2026 Season After Lewis Hamilton Issues

Ferrari have introduced some major changes ahead of what is being billed as a crucial 2026 campaign.

In 2025, Ferrari were expected to challenge the likes of McLaren, Red Bull and Mercedes, especially after finishing second in the 2024 campaign and the arrival of Lewis Hamilton.

However, the Scuderia experienced a desperately poor 2025 season, with the team securing zero Grand Prix wins and only getting on the podium seven times.

Meanwhile, what was described as a dream link-up between Ferrari and Hamilton turned into a nightmare.

The Brit failed to adapt to the problematic SF-25 and ended up finishing in sixth place, 86 points behind Charles Leclerc.

With the 2026 campaign less than three months away, it has been revealed that Ferrari have made some key changes to the car after receiving feedback from the drivers.

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As per Racing News 365, Ferrari have revamped their steering wheel concept in order to cope with the sport's new technical regulations, which include active aerodynamics and complex energy management.

From 2026 onwards, drivers will practically have to control their power usage at every single sector to ensure they have enough electrical energy for the straights.

In addition, the new active aerodynamics will also require manual activation during a lap.

As a result, it has been claimed that Ferrari have now been forced to rethink their steering wheel layout.

After speaking to the drivers, Ferrari will now have a much 'cleaner, more streamlined interface' which promises to 'reduce driver workload at high speed'. The size of the steering wheel is also set to be smaller.

It is believed that the changes have been driven by Hamilton and Leclerc, who have been providing important feedback while testing on the simulator.

The report stated: "Both drivers pushed for improvements in ergonomics, ensuring the most frequently used controls remain intuitive and easily accessible."

However, the design is yet to be finalised and further changes could be made during pre-season testing ahead of the season opener in Melbourne.