2014 Ferrari 458 (HOT) Review - Not Your Average Italian Speciale
Dec 16, 2014
By Nicholas Frankl Senior Editor and F1 correspondent The Auto Channel Maranello, Italy June 2014; Ferrari, in true and tested form, recently introduced a âhotâ version of the 458. The âspecialeâ is both lighter and more powerful than the âordinaryâ 458, packed with even more technological ... Continue reading
Dec 8, 2014
K900, VW Rant, Acura Rave, MB Confusion and Ferrari No Show In This Month's Letter From Europe ... Continue reading
Ferrari Takes Top Gear Honours
Dec 6, 2014
Ferrari has taken an impressive three plaudits in this yearâs special Awards Issue of the authoritative BBC Top Gear Magazine, bringing its total tally to 16 over 12 years. The 458 Speciale A, which is the Prancing Horseâs most powerful ever spider, was named âConvertible of the Yearâ. Commenting on ... Continue reading
The First Ferrari Sergio Arrives in the UAE
Dec 6, 2014
Abu Dhabi, 5th December 2014 â The first Ferrari Sergio has arrived in the United Arab Emirates. It has been delivered today to its new owner, the SBH Royal Auto Gallery in the UAE, at Abu Dhabiâs Yas Marina Circuit, where the Finali Mondiali Ferrari are being staged and which is home to the Ferrari World the ... Continue reading
Nicholas Frankl: F1 Thoughts and Reports October 2014
Oct 31, 2014
Nicholas Frankl Senior Editor The Auto Channel Formula 1 Racing DeskJapan showed us once again that, in life, luck is as important a factor as anything else. Jules Bianchi lost control at turn 7 in the wet and exited the track at the exact right (or wrong) angle to torpedo the rear of a large safety crane, which weighe ... Continue reading
FCA Announces Board Intention to Spin Off Ferrari S.p.A.
Oct 29, 2014
LONDON -- October 29, 2014: The Board of Directors of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. ("FCA") announced that in connection with FCA's implementation of a capital plan appropriate to support the Group's long-term success, it has authorized the separation of Ferrari S.p.A. ("Ferrari") from FCA. The separation will be effe ... Continue reading
The Ferrari F60America: Exclusive Car Marks the 60th Anniversary of Ferrari in North America
Oct 11, 2014
To celebrate Ferrariâs 60th year in North America, Maranello has returned to its 1950s and 60s tradition of producing strictly limited edition, built-to-order cars. The result is the F60America, of which just 10 will be produced. The new car combines our American clientsâ two great passions â the V12 eng ... Continue reading
Luca di Montezemolo Bids Farewell to the Ferrari GT Division
Oct 9, 2014
Maranello, 8th October â âItâs not easyâ¦â were the words with which a visibly moved Luca di Montezemolo began his farewell address to the employees of Ferrariâs GT Division last afternoon. He was, unsurprisingly, interrupted several times with long applause from the assembled audience. In ... Continue reading
Ferrari 458 Speciale A: The Most Powerful Spider
Sep 26, 2014
499 cars to celebrate our most successful, award-winning 8-cylinder model MARANELLO -- September 25, 2014: Ferrari is pleased to announce the Paris Motor Show world debut of the 458 Speciale A (A as in Aperta). The new limited edition special series is a celebration of the dazzling success of the various versions of th ... Continue reading
Ferrari Apprentices Graduate to Ferrari Service Technicians
Sep 16, 2014
London, 15 September 2014 â Ferrari North Europe is honoured to welcome 10 new Ferrari Technicians to the official Ferrari dealer network, all of whom have recently completed a 3-year Ferrari Apprenticeship. With a 100% conversion ratio from Apprenticeships into full-time employment, this reinforces Ferrariâs ... Continue reading
Ferrari Reports a Record First
Sep 12, 2014
Revenues: 1,348.6 million euro (+14.5%) Trading profit: 185 million euro (+5.2%) Net profits: 127.6 million euro (+9.8%) Record net industrial financial position: 1,594 million euro â an unprecedented result Homologated cars delivered: 3,631 (- 3.6%) but 2014 will close with deliveries +5% USA remains largest mark ... Continue reading
Lexus, Toyota, Lexus, Toyota, Ferrari and Pebble Beach In This Month's Letter from Europe
Sep 5, 2014
Lexus IS 350, Toyota 4Runner, Lexus RX, ... Continue reading
August 2014 U.S. New Auto Sales Defy Analysts Flat Sales Predictions
Sep 4, 2014
August 2014 U.S. New Auto Sales ... Continue reading
Ferrari Won Two Categories of Engine of the Year Awards
Jun 26, 2014
For the fourth year running a Ferrari engine has triumphed in two categories of the prestigious International Engine of the Year Awards â Performance Engine of the Year and the Above 4-litre class. The winner on this occasion is the naturally-aspirated 4.5-litre V8 engine that equips the 458 Italia and 458 Spider ... Continue reading
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