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Ferrari’s Technological Innovations Part 11: The 312 T Revolution by Mauro Forghieri
Mauro Forghieri's groundbreaking 312 T revolutionized Ferrari's Formula 1 fortunes in the 1970s, introducing innovations like the transverse gearbox and aerodynamic advances that secured seven world titles.
The 312 T revolution had an unusual and unexpected genesis: in 1973, Enzo Ferrari faced severe health problems. With Ferrari unable to make decisions and concerned about the modest Formula 1 performance in those years, new partner Fiat assigned Sandro Colombo, an engineer from Turin, to lead the Racing Department (known in Ferrari as Gestione Sportiva).
The historic and brilliant technical director Mauro Forghieri was appointed head of a new division located outside the factory in a modest space at the Fiorano track, called the Research Office. His responsibility was research, calculations, and the design of future cars.
