The Alfa Romeo F1 team has less Ferrari elements than ever before, but technical director Jan Monchaux feels it’s the right direction for the team.
The Alfa Romeo F1 team uses Ferrari power units, which previously expanded the range of parts used in the car, but are now more independent of operation, using only the transmission and power unit. There is.
Alfa Romeo F1 Teamo has seen a significant turnaround in early 2022 compared to last season when it finished 9th in the Constructors’ Championship, surpassing only the Haas F1 Team.
Team principal Frederick Vasul describes himself as being in a “different world” than before.
Jan Monchaux emphasized that the increased independence of the Alfa Romeo F1 team came from multiple reasons, especially for spending control in the new era of budget caps, but also for their own freedom.
“We don’t use anything from Ferrari other than the power unit and transmission,” Jan Monchaux told F1 TV’s TechTalk.
“We have reduced the supply range and developed our own fuel tank, our own exterior structure for the gearbox, and our own rear suspension.”
“This is all for two reasons. The first is the budget limit, because we should go in this direction.”
“Also, this first season gives us a little more freedom to develop our concept, without being constrained by the work of our Italian friends.”
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