Following the introduction of F1’s budget cap last year, Ferrari opted to redeploy a number of staff members to work with its customer Haas squad as it looks to divert resources.
This included the opening of a ‘Haas hub’ in Maranello, out of which the new Haas VF-22 car was designed by a team led by ex-Ferrari senior designer Simone Resta.
The team is looking to bounce back from a difficult 2021 season that saw it finish last in the constructors’ championship and fail to score any points after opting against car development so it could focus on the new regulations for 2022.
Team principal Steiner said the relationship between Haas and Ferrari had not changed hugely despite the opening of the Maranello office, explaining that it was a simple decision to take advantage of the opportunity.
“The relationship I would say hasn’t changed dramatically, we’ve always had a good relationship,” Steiner said.
“The relationship is also regulated by the FIA’s rules. You cannot do more just…
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