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Inside Look: Oliver Bearman Decodes Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari Steering Wheel Changes

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
February 26, 2025
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Inside Look: Oliver Bearman Decodes Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari Steering Wheel Changes

Rookie Haas Formula 1 driver and Ferrari academy alumnus, Oliver Bearman, has found himself intrigued by the steering wheel adjustments on Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari car. The 19-year-old, who knows the ins and outs of the Ferrari team and was supported by Scuderia through his junior formula years, has been observing these changes with great interest.

Bearman, who was given his Grand Prix debut in Jeddah last year as a substitute for Carlos Sainz, has had his fair share of simulator and TPC tests with the Italian team. Currently, he is racing for Haas, a team that uses a power unit supplied by Ferrari.

In the meantime, Hamilton, the seven-time world champion, has made headlines with his high-profile switch to Ferrari, marking one of the most talked-about moves in recent F1 history. On the first day of pre-season testing in Bahrain, Bearman noticed some distinctive changes to Hamilton’s Ferrari steering wheel.

Speaking to select media outlets, Bearman commented, “Seeing Lewis in the Ferrari was really cool. What truly piqued my interest was the amount of change he has made to the steering wheel.”

Bearman observed that Hamilton has altered the layout of Ferrari’s steering wheel, which is significantly different from the Mercedes wheel he had been using for the past 12 seasons. “The DRS button on his Mercedes steering wheel is neutral on the Ferrari one,” Bearman disclosed. “I think he moved things around just to preserve them.”

Bearman, who himself experienced a shift when he joined Haas, understands the significance of such changes. “You build up certain habits after spending over ten years in the same car,” he said. Bearman confessed his fascination for steering wheel changes, likening it to a nerdy hobby.

Admitting that he’s not as deeply involved in Ferrari’s operations as before, Bearman said, “I was interested in observing the changes he’s made. Like myself, I’ve made some changes to my Haas steering wheel. It’s an intriguing aspect, and I’m somewhat of a geek in that regard.”

Despite having only three Grand Prix starts under his belt, Bearman is still acclimating to the Haas steering wheel. The complexity of an F1 steering wheel makes testing crucial for familiarization.

“I’m used to the Ferrari steering wheel due to my numerous simulator laps with them. The Haas wheel is a bit different, and I’m not fully accustomed to it yet. I still need to glance down while pressing buttons. But that’s what testing is for – to gain experience and familiarity,” he explained.

Over the winter, Bearman has focused on refining his clutch, opting for a single paddle design. His Haas teammate, Esteban Ocon, uses a dual clutch setup, but Bearman has no plans to adopt a similar solution. He is content with his single clutch, echoing the sentiment, “If it’s not broken, don’t fix it.”

In conclusion, as a young driver in the world of F1, Oliver Bearman’s focus on the details, such as steering wheel configurations, shows his dedication to the sport. His observations on Hamilton’s changes also shed light on the level of customization that goes into a driver’s setup in this high-stakes sport.

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