Ferrari logo 2010Ferrari will unveil its new Formula 1 car at its Maranello base in early February, prior to the first preseason test at Jerez in Spain.

Although the Italian squad has not confirmed the exact date of the launch, it stated on Tuesday that it was on course to unveil its new challenger before testing begins on Feb. 5. It is likely that the new car will be launched on the weekend before the test – either Feb. 2 or 3 – so it has enough time to travel to Spain.

Ferrari has also this week commenced work on new facilities at Maranello, which will house the offices and workshops for the F1 team in the future. The new building will be located between the current race team headquarters and the famous Cavallino restaurant.