The Scuderia’s interpretation, codenamed internally the 659, of 2008 regulations is represented by the design.
Massa gives it two thumbs-up
Ferrari’s 54 th single-seater Ferraris will compete for the 2008 Formula One Championship. Kimi “Iceman” Raikkonen will defend his title, while Felipe Massa will try to beat him to the punch. The entire Ferrari team is determined to keep McLaren, BMW, and all other Formula One teams at bay.
2008 will see a number of changes in F1. These include the new SECU (Standard Electronic Control Unit), the gearbox rules (must be used for four consecutive races), safety (higher side coverage around the driver’s head), materials (limit on the types of composites that are allowed), and the much-rumored loss of traction control. The car’s aerodynamics have been completely revised. This will be done again at the Australian Grand Prix.
Kimi Raikkonen stated that “the most dangerous competitors?” McLaren will definitely be there. Then there’s BMW. It will be a challenging year.” Kimi stated that traction control was one of the systems the FIA had ruled out. “It will prove to be more difficult to drive. That’s for certain. Particularly on wet tracks. It will also be much more enjoyable.”
Felipe Massa gave 2008 Ferrari two thumbs-up. The car’s first impression is its beauty. Like every Ferrari. He said that while looks are important, performance and reliability are equally important. Felipe responded to the loss in traction control by saying: “When there is less grip, you can use your tyres more effectively. This is a different world. The accelerator must be taken care of as well as the brakes. Driving style should be more relaxed and less aggressive.