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Ferrari is reportedly launching the Amalfi Spider, a folding-roof drop-top version of the Amalfi Coupe, expected to debut in early March. It uses the same 3.9-liter twin-turbo V8 (631 hp/560 Nm) as the coupe, with a convertible weight likely pushing 0-60 mph to about 3.5 seconds. The interior should remain largely unchanged with more physical controls, and US pricing is expected to be around $270,000.
Ferrari is reportedly ready to unveil the Amalfi Spider, a convertible variant of the Amalfi coupe, in early March. It would use the same twin-turbo 3.9-liter V8 producing 631 hp, with a 0–62 mph time around 3.3 seconds, and Ferrari intends to launch multiple new models this year as part of a broader plan for about 20 models by the decade’s end.
Ferrari led the final day of Bahrain pre-season testing, with Leclerc delivering the fastest times and the Ferrari squad racking up heavy mileage (Leclerc around 132 laps, Sainz 141) as rookie Lindblad also posted massive run totals. Bearman briefly cracked the top five, while Aston Martin endured another tough session with Lance Stroll limited to few laps and Honda/Cadillac issues surfacing. The day featured several red flags and a reminder that testing times don’t guarantee race pace, but Ferrari exit Bahrain in strong spirits ahead of the season.
Lando Norris set the fastest lap on Day 2 of Bahrain F1 testing, while Lewis Hamilton managed only five laps after a Ferrari SF-26 issue sidelined the car for hours. Verstappen briefly led early in the Red Bull, and Ferrari drew attention with a new upside-down rear-wing upgrade as teams ran through the session ahead of the season.
Lando Norris posted the fastest time at Bahrain’s F1 pre-season test, beating Max Verstappen as Ferrari unveiled a 180-degree rotating rear wing under the sport’s aero rules; Lewis Hamilton endured a chassis issue that limited his running but later resumed, while most teams concentrated on long runs rather than chasing outright pace.
RacingNews365 reports Ferrari’s Bahrain pre-season test featured a heavily upgraded SF‑26 aero package, including a rear‑exhaust flow device (FTM) and a gearbox redesigned to allow a cantilevered rear aero within the 60mm overhang limit; analysts say this regulatory constraint makes the upgrade effectively uncopyable for rivals, with Ferrari also showing a dramatic inverted rear‑wing in the same test.
Ferrari previews the Luce, its first all-electric supercar, with an interior designed by Jony Ive and Marc Newson’s LoveFrom. The cabin features a three-display cockpit (an instrument cluster that moves with the steering wheel, a central display on a ball‑and‑socket joint, and a rear control panel), a palm-rest interface, a rotating central screen, and a mechanical multigraph display; materials include anodized aluminum and Corning glass, plus an E Ink key fob. The exterior will debut in May 2026, and Ive notes the five-year secretive collaboration and the heavy safety regulations of auto design.
In wet Spain and on public roads, Ferrari’s 2027 849 Testarossa delivers 1,036 hp through a sophisticated hybrid AWD system, with advanced driver aids (FIVE, SSC 9.0, FDE 2.0) that tame power and enable a thrilling, near‑telepathic drive. It posts blistering acceleration (0–60 mph ~2.1s) and a 205 mph top speed, with an estimated 8–9 miles of electric range in real use. The interior leans modern with a single screen and a non‑traditional shifter, while chassis and aero upgrades boost downforce and grip. It’s an astonishing, tech‑dense step into Ferrari’s future that still evokes the primal thrill of high-performance driving.
Ten F1 teams ran their 2026 cars in Barcelona to gather data on new power units and aero; Ferrari, Mercedes, and McLaren posted competitive times and drivers were broadly positive about the cars, though there’s still a learning curve. Williams skipped the test, and others like Audi, Cadillac, Haas, and Red Bull worked through teething issues and setup during the three days, using the session mainly for data collection ahead of the season.
McLaren delayed their Barcelona test start due to rain and plan to run across the final three days. Ferrari’s Leclerc and Hamilton combined for 123 laps in wet conditions, focusing on system checks rather than outright pace as F1’s new chassis, engines, tyres and fuel rules place a greater emphasis on hybrid energy management, with Ferrari aiming to build mileage and assess competitiveness after a tough 2025.
Ferrari’s Tailor Made program unveils a one-off 12Cilindri designed with South Korean artists, featuring a matte color-shifting Yoonseul paint, translucent shields and badges, and a Mongolian horsehair interior. The car retains the standard 6.5-liter V12 (818 hp) and, due to its bespoke nature and likely steep price, is unlikely to be driven often.
Red Bull unveils new liveries for its F1 program and its Racing Bulls sibling; Cadillac rolls out a stealth black, Ferrari-powered F1 car on track ahead of its official livery debut, while Ford returns to F1 with Red Bull Powertrains; with Detroit as a staging ground for reveals ahead of Barcelona preseason testing, the story signals renewed American influence and leadership shakeups shaping the 2026 season.
Ferrari shifted their focus early to the 2026 F1 chassis and power unit regulations, abandoning their 2025 car to prepare for a competitive leap in 2026, with their new car's performance to be tested in upcoming shakedown and testing sessions.
Ferrari announced their 2026 Formula 1 car launch will take place on January 23, 2026, just before pre-season testing in Barcelona, with the team emphasizing an aggressive approach to car assembly and development amidst new regulations, aiming to improve after a challenging 2025 season.
Ferrari is launching its first electric vehicle, the Elettrica, with over 1,000 horsepower, a 330-mile range, and 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds, signaling a major shift for the brand and the auto industry, while maintaining its signature driving thrill and addressing environmental concerns with sustainable battery sourcing and charging options.