Williams recruit Felipe Massa claims that his former team-mate, Fernando Alonso, rarely used the Ferrari simulator to help develop new parts for the car.
The Brazilian, who’s now left the team for Williams, claims to have often been the only driver to use the facility which is vital in testing upgrades and developments.
“In Williams I am being heard,” said Massa, “but that doesn’t mean Ferrari didn’t hear me. They listened to me very well.
“Last year I worked alot on the development of the car, and in the simulator I was practically the only driver, because Alonso wasn’t there,” he claimed.
The 32-year-old has embraced the change of environment and says he’s been made very welcome at the Grove outfit since joining at the beginning of the year.
“To be honest, I feel that I needed this change, and maybe it’s the same for Ferrari.
“When time passes and the situation is the same, you end up losing motivation,” he added. “I’m very happy, especially the way I was received by Williams.
“Since the first day I arrived at the factory, everyone helped me a lot, embracing me 100 per cent and believing in my potential.”
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