Ferrari, assembly of the SF-25 continues: in Maranello, there is “perhaps too much enthusiasm”. Ferrari: there is an air of enthusiasm among the engineers.

With just over a month left until the start of the 2025 Formula One World Championship and only a few days until the presentation of the cars that will compete in the upcoming season, the teams’ factories are experiencing frantic days as they prepare their new single-seaters. These cars, in essence, resemble puzzles that, piece by piece, are gradually coming together, with every component finding its place without issues. Just a few days ago, Ferrari shared a short video on its social media channels featuring the first roar of the new power unit—an indication that the engine has been installed in the chassis of the new car, the ignition was successful, and the SF-25 has begun to take shape.

Fire-up completed, assembly continues
Following the traditional fire-up at the Gestione Sportiva facility in Maranello (attended by key figures such as CEO Benedetto Vigna, Vice President Piero Ferrari, and Deputy Team Principal Jérôme D’Ambrosio), the assembly of the car is progressing in the “Vehicle Assembly” department of the Scuderia’s building. According to sources close to Ferrari, this process will continue until the days immediately preceding the car’s unveiling on February 18 and its shakedown at Fiorano the following day. In the coming days, after the power unit, the floor and rear diffuser will be installed, followed by the completion of the bodywork and wings. The car will then be sent for stickering in a week before being handed over to the communications department for the official photos and videos for the presentation.

Excitement and innovations… perhaps too much?
The car, in addition to being assembled without issues, appears promising based on simulation data, thanks to several innovations, including the introduction of a new front suspension. This has created an air of enthusiasm among the engineers. However, as always, these numbers are confined within the team and have not been compared with those of rivals, whose progress could be either smaller or significantly greater. For this reason, some sources we consulted have expressed doubts about this optimistic atmosphere at Ferrari, especially considering past experiences. Every time Maranello has made changes to the front suspension—such as between 2012 and 2015, when, as in 2025, a pull-rod configuration was adopted—the results have never been particularly impressive. Therefore, until the first real data and driver feedback arrive, this enthusiasm might seem excessive. As always, only the stopwatch and the track will reveal who is right.