BEYOND THE GRID: Meet Simone Resta, the F1 designer who swapped Ferrari for Mercedes

Simone Resta, a highly experienced figure in Formula 1 engineering, has transitioned from Ferrari to Mercedes for the 2025 season, bringing decades of expertise to the Silver Arrows. Resta, who designed race-winning cars for top Ferrari drivers like Sebastian Vettel, Kimi Räikkönen, and Charles Leclerc, will now focus on developing the 2025 Mercedes car for George Russell and Kimi Antonelli. As Deputy Technical Director, Resta is also eyeing the significant rule changes slated for 2026, which will bring a fresh slate for car design and power units. In a recent appearance on the 'Beyond The Grid' podcast, Resta delved into his career journey, from his early days at Minardi in the late 1990s to his impactful tenure at Ferrari. He also shared insights on what engineers value most from their drivers and explained his decision to leave his home country, Italy, to embrace the challenge at Mercedes. This move marks a pivotal moment for Mercedes as they seek to leverage Resta's profound knowledge and experience in their pursuit of future F1 glory.