Ferrari have announced that their new F1 car for the 2011 Formula One World Championship will be called the F150. It marks the 150th anniversary of Italy's unification and will be launched at a special event organised by Ferrari in Maranello on Friday.
Ferrari president, Luca di Montezemolo was there to announce the machine's new name, saying, "Ferrari is an expression of Italian excellence, talent and creativity.
"All the men and women who put so much effort and passion into their work at Maranello share the pride and responsibility of representing our country around the world and it is in this spirit that we chose to dedicate this car to an event that is so important for the whole of Italy."
Italian president Giorgio Napotilano expressed his support towards the Scuderia at the event. In a press statement released by Ferrari, Giorgio "took the opportunity to wish the Scuderia the best of luck for the forthcoming season."
The car will also feature the traditional 'Tricolore' from the Italian national flag in its livery.
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