Vettel will change chassis

Something to reboost Sebastian Vettel ? The German will have a new chassis this weekend in Barcelona. Ferrari had considered it the day after the 70th anniversary grand prix and confirmed it this Wednesday. “During the post-race analysis, we spotted a small defect caused by a strong impact on a curb », explains Simone Resta, head of chassis engineering. “It wouldn't have had a big impact on performance, but it was the logical decision to make. »

Sebastian Vettel can't seem to get into the rhythm this season. Author of numerous errors since the start of the season, the German finished twelfth at Silverstone this weekend and is only 13^e of the championship with ten small points, when his teammate already has two podiums and a fourth place.

If it doesn't change performance, the new chassis could restore Vettel's confidence in his car. He will need it to face Barcelona on an overheated circuit.

“We arrive in Barcelona knowing that it will certainly be a difficult weekend for Ferrari. » recognizes Simone Resta. “ There will obviously be very different weather conditions from the tests in February, with a ground temperature expected to be well above forty degrees. This will be an important factor especially for tire performance, as we saw in the last two races. »

Two races where Vettel suffered from the comparison with his teammate. This time, he will have a brand new frame.