Ferrari targets F1 Miami GP with new SF-26 floor, weight reduction, and halo wing upgrades. Ferrari is preparing a significant upgrade package for the Miami GP.

The Scuderia Ferrari team is finalizing an exciting package of upgrades to debut at the Miami Grand Prix, scheduled for May 1-3, in the hope of closing the gap to Mercedes.

According to The Race, missing the Bahrain and Jeddah rounds has disrupted the development plan of Loic Serra, Ferrari’s Technical Director Chassis. Serra had originally planned a series of gradual upgrades for the SF-26, introducing each development step by step to evaluate its effectiveness on track.

With a sudden break between the Japanese Grand Prix and the Miami Grand Prix—spanning over 30 days—Ferrari has decided to use the filming day at Monza, reportedly scheduled for April 22, to conduct an initial evaluation of the new upgrades before heading to Florida.

The upgrade package for Miami

The engineers’ attention will be primarily focused on the new floor, expected to deliver the biggest gains in overall aerodynamic downforce. Other aerodynamic improvements, equally important, will target increased efficiency alongside a reduction in the car’s weight.

The Race also reports that the halo wings, previously removed in China due to a material mismatch with the pilot safety structure, are expected to return in Miami. The halo wings must match the material of the surrounding safety structure to comply with regulations.

All these upgrades will be tested during the Monza filming day on April 22. Alongside them, Ferrari will also bring the new version of the ‘Macarena’ rear wing. However, unless it receives strong positive feedback during that session, the ‘Macarena’ wing will more likely make its track return at the Canadian Grand Prix.