Mattiacci wants a relaxation of the engine freeze

Marco Mattiacci, the director of Scuderia Ferrari, would like to see engine manufacturers allowed to modify their engines during the season and thus lift the current engine freeze.

The 1.6L Turbo V6 engines were homologated before the start of the season, and regulations allow for modifications to the engine mapping but only permit modifications to parts for reasons of reliability, safety, or cost savings. Changes can be made at the end of the season before this process begins again for the 2015 season. However, Mattiacci would like to see this point reviewed.

When asked after the Belgian Grand Prix if he wanted to see engine restrictions lifted, Mattiacci replied: « Yes, in a manner not as rigid as today. I would like to see certain opportunities allowed per year to work on the engine. »

For him, this would allow engine manufacturers who have a power deficit, like Renault and Ferrari this season, to catch up with the best: « As you know very well, we continue to discuss how to improve – if necessary – each area of the Formula 1 product. [In Belgium], we had a fantastic race. […] The DNA of Formula 1 is to innovate and catch up with the best by being as fast as the smartest. This is what we are emphasizing at Ferrari, and one of these areas [where this can change] is the engine freeze. »