Ferrari to go all out at British GP

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Ferrari drivers Sebastian Vettel and Kimi Raikkonen will get an extra boost of energy at the British Grand Prix, where the Scuderia is set to inroduce an engine upgrade.

According to journalist James Allen, the Scuderia pair will enjoy the benefit of extra power at the high speed track with the latest version of its power unit.

It will be the third engine of the season, Vettel having changed his unit last weekend in Baku when the team detected a coolant leak before qualifying.

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The Scuderia reverted back to the original race engine from earlier in the season the changed unit has been returned to Maranello for further inspection and servicing before it is reinstalled for Austria next week.

The engine upgrade set for Silverstone will also likely take into account the FIA's latest technical directive which addresses, and restricts, the process involving burning oil for fuel, a ploy which generates an extra dose of power.

All in all, an engine upgrade coupled with the aerodynamic efficiency of Ferrari's SF70H chassis on high-speed tracks should nicely boost the Italian squad's prospects and induce another thrilling Ferrari-Mercedes battle.

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.