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Hamilton and Leclerc test Ferrari's new electric supercar
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Hamilton and Leclerc test Ferrari's new electric supercar

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Ferrari has released a video showcasing the development of its new all-electric car, the Luce.
  • The Luce boasts 1,050 horsepower and 990 Nm of torque, accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and reaching a top speed of 310 km/h.
  • Despite its advanced features and performance, the car's controversial styling and high price tag of 550,000 euros have drawn criticism and impacted Ferrari's stock.

Ferrari has unveiled the development process of its new all-electric car, the Luce, in the fifth episode of its YouTube series, FerrariLuceTheInsideStory. The video features Formula 1 drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc testing a camouflaged prototype.

"The Ferrari Luce represents a very important project for us: a new Ferrari... and indeed electric," stated a company executive. The development began from a blank slate, incorporating engine and technology derived from Formula 1 experience and hybrid components from cars like the F80.

The Luce delivers a formidable 1,050 horsepower and 990 Nm of torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.5 seconds and achieve a top speed of 310 km/h. However, the car's design has faced criticism, with CEO Benedetto Vigna defending it.

The Ferrari Luce represents a very important project for us: a new Ferrari… and indeed electric.

— company executiveDescribing the significance of the new electric vehicle project.

"You have to see the Luce to understand that it has nothing to do with Chinese electric vehicles or those of other brands," Vigna asserted, acting as a "bodyguard" for the new model and its substantial price tag. He expressed his affection for the Maranello marque's first electric model, deeming its price of approximately 550,000 euros quite reasonable.

Following its presentation, the Luce's introduction reportedly caused a dip in Ferrari's stock on the Milan stock exchange.

You have to see the Luce to understand that it has nothing to do with Chinese electric vehicles or those of other brands.

— Benedetto VignaDefending the car's design and differentiating it from other electric vehicles.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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