Ferrari is reportedly making a significant gamble for the 2026 Formula 1 season by developing a new engine with a high-risk, unconventional design. The team plans to use steel alloy cylinders instead of the industry-standard aluminum, believing this will allow for higher temperatures and pressures, potentially unlocking greater performance and reliability. This bold strategy aims to end Ferrari's long championship drought, especially with Charles Leclerc in his prime and Lewis Hamilton set to join.