Lewis Hamilton Begins New Chapter with Ferrari, Engages in Simulator and Track Tests
After initial meetings, Hamilton focuses on simulator sessions to adapt from Mercedes to Ferrari systems.
Lewis Hamilton embarked on his first official activities as a Ferrari driver on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, following his induction to the team on Monday.
The seven-time Formula 1 World Champion is engaging in a meticulously planned three-day program at Ferrari's Maranello headquarters in Italy.
On the agenda are both track activities at Fiorano and intensive simulator sessions to adapt to the new equipment and team dynamics.
These activities are geared towards integrating Hamilton into Ferrari's operational and technical environment, and establishing familiarity with the car and team.
In the factory, Hamilton underwent seat fitting exercises for the Ferrari car he will be testing at Fiorano, as well as for the upcoming 2025 model which is currently in pre-assembly.
A significant portion of his time has been allocated to the simulator, where Hamilton has been extensively involved in simulation exercises.
Utilizing the virtual model of the Ferrari SF-24, Hamilton tested various configurations and settings, enabling him to disengage from the Mercedes simulator framework he was accustomed to.
The modern Maranello simulator provides a different experience compared to the Mercedes model in Brackley, allowing for a recalibration of Hamilton's sensory and operational responses.
The simulator work also includes preliminary testing scenarios for the unreleased 2025 car, which is set to be unveiled on February 19, 2025. Hamilton's interactions and feedback help Ferrari engineers understand his preferred driving dynamics and setup preferences ahead of this release.
Hamilton's sessions have been accompanied by numerous briefings with engineering teams before and after each simulator round.
These meetings are essential for gathering insights on adjustments made to the car's setup and configurations.
On Wednesday, Hamilton's activities will transition onto the actual track at Fiorano, where he will conduct various runs to test operational settings from the steering wheel based on radio instructions.
These runs are aimed at enhancing Hamilton's understanding of Ferrari's procedural frameworks.
Scheduled activities include start simulations to fine-tune clutch operations and potential pit stop procedures to establish routine operations for Hamilton and his new team.
This intensive approach is part of Hamilton's initiation into Ferrari, aiming to create a seamless transition from his previous tenure at Mercedes.
The seven-time Formula 1 World Champion is engaging in a meticulously planned three-day program at Ferrari's Maranello headquarters in Italy.
On the agenda are both track activities at Fiorano and intensive simulator sessions to adapt to the new equipment and team dynamics.
These activities are geared towards integrating Hamilton into Ferrari's operational and technical environment, and establishing familiarity with the car and team.
In the factory, Hamilton underwent seat fitting exercises for the Ferrari car he will be testing at Fiorano, as well as for the upcoming 2025 model which is currently in pre-assembly.
A significant portion of his time has been allocated to the simulator, where Hamilton has been extensively involved in simulation exercises.
Utilizing the virtual model of the Ferrari SF-24, Hamilton tested various configurations and settings, enabling him to disengage from the Mercedes simulator framework he was accustomed to.
The modern Maranello simulator provides a different experience compared to the Mercedes model in Brackley, allowing for a recalibration of Hamilton's sensory and operational responses.
The simulator work also includes preliminary testing scenarios for the unreleased 2025 car, which is set to be unveiled on February 19, 2025. Hamilton's interactions and feedback help Ferrari engineers understand his preferred driving dynamics and setup preferences ahead of this release.
Hamilton's sessions have been accompanied by numerous briefings with engineering teams before and after each simulator round.
These meetings are essential for gathering insights on adjustments made to the car's setup and configurations.
On Wednesday, Hamilton's activities will transition onto the actual track at Fiorano, where he will conduct various runs to test operational settings from the steering wheel based on radio instructions.
These runs are aimed at enhancing Hamilton's understanding of Ferrari's procedural frameworks.
Scheduled activities include start simulations to fine-tune clutch operations and potential pit stop procedures to establish routine operations for Hamilton and his new team.
This intensive approach is part of Hamilton's initiation into Ferrari, aiming to create a seamless transition from his previous tenure at Mercedes.
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