According to the first digits, 2023 will be another record year for Ferrari, both in terms of sales and profits. Indeed, in the first quarter of the year, the firm from Maranello achieved a turnover of 1.429 billion (+20.5%), a net profit of 297 million and sold 3,567 cars, which is 9.7% more than in the first quarter of 2022.
The numbers continue to rise thanks to electrified models, including the new Ferrari 296 GTB and GTS. These hybrid V6-equipped models are really featured 35% of supplies, while the SF90 Stradale and 1000 hp. continues to win customers. Ferrari also took new orders for its Purosangue, suspending them due to excessive demand. Orders accepted now will be delivered in 2026.
The first 100% electric Ferrari is planned for 2025
From 2025, Ferrari will start its energy transition with its first 100% electric car. Indeed, during the presentation of the financial results, the CEO of the brand, Benedetto Vigna, confirmed the release of the first electric Ferrari for two years.
“We want to give our customers more freedom in choosing the type of transmission, and therefore we welcome the commitment of the EU to allow the use of synthetic fuels. We believe that the internal combustion engine still has an important role to play, even in a carbon neutral world, and together with our partners we are exploring and evaluating solutions to help reduce CO emissions.2. Synthetic fuel can already power our heat engines”said Benedetto Vigna.
Synthetic fuel, an option widely considered by Ferrari
The CEO of Ferrari, who in the past headed companies specialized in technology, therefore reminded that in Maranello we still believe in the development of thermal engines (including the V12), made possible precisely by synthetic fuel. Will come fully electric, but it won’t be the only engine offered by Ferrari in the long run.
“I firmly believe in the power of technological innovation. From experience, I learned that the initial difficulties of a new technology can be overcome if you learn how to optimize the process. This applies to both electrification and synthetic fuels.”– clarifies the boss of the brand.
Source: Auto Plus
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