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BMW unveils a Neue Klasse-based M concept for Le Mans, introducing a four-motor M eDrive system on Gen6 architecture with an 800-volt 100 kWh battery and an integrated battery housing, plus new M design cues and aero enhancements; while still a concept, it signals a production Neue Klasse M3 and a quad-motor M3 ZA0 with up to around 1,000 hp expected next spring.
Mitsubishi has unveiled the Eclipse Sportback EV, an electric version of its Eclipse crossover built on Nissan Leaf architecture. It uses a 75 kWh battery and a 174 hp front motor, targeting an EPA range of up to 303 miles, and will go on sale in the next few weeks with early‑fall availability. The car will likely share the Leaf’s charging tech (NACS port) and is part of a Nissan–Mitsubishi alliance to share underpinnings while keeping Mitsubishi styling.
James May says he likes the Ferrari Luce, calling it a modern, contemporary Ferrari and noting EVs are inevitable, despite Ferrari’s past reluctance. The Luce is reportedly sold out through 2027, and the piece highlights May’s long-running relationship with Ferrari and the lively fan reactions to his views.
Polestar’s Polestar 5 is pitched as a high-end electric grand tourer built on a bespoke Polestar Performance Architecture, delivering up to 884 hp (3.1s 0–60) in the Performance trim or 748 hp (3.8s) in the Dual Motor, with a 50:50 weight balance and a calm, refined ride. It offers up to 421 miles WLTP (Dual) or 346 miles (Performance) and 350 kW charging, plus a camera-based rear-view mirror, panoramic glass roof, and a minimalist, recycled-material interior. A Europe-first, multi-country road trip showcased its long-distance capability and space for rear-seat passengers; US deliveries are planned for late 2026 but tariffs complicate timing, while European pricing sits around €100k–€140k depending on trim.
Nissan Ireland leaned into online chatter that the Ferrari Luce resembles the Nissan Leaf, saying it’s flattering and even sending a cheeky message to Ferrari. Despite few similarities, the two EVs aren’t direct rivals and sit at vastly different price points, with the Luce far more expensive than the Leaf.
Ferrari’s first all-electric model, the Luce, developed with LoveFrom (Jony Ive/Marc Newson), debuted amid widespread mockery for a bland, mass-market look that clashes with Ferrari’s heritage, despite impressive specs (four motors, 1,035 hp, ~500 km range) and optimism from leadership. Critics—designers, officials, and investors—say the styling sacrifices brand identity, sparking stock dips and broad debate about Ferrari’s strategy as it eyes growth, including in China, while executives insist interest remains strong.
Charles Leclerc’s hilariously anxious reaction as Lewis Hamilton drives Ferrari’s new Luce EV goes viral on track ahead of its unveiling. The Luce pack includes a 122 kWh battery and four independent motors delivering 1035 hp, with 0–62 mph in 2.5 seconds, a 192 mph top speed, and about 330 miles of range, while both drivers praise its futuristic design and precise power delivery.
Ferrari unveils its first fully electric car, the Luce, a $640,000 four‑door sedan designed with Jony Ive’s LoveFrom that fans compare to an iPhone, prompting memes and a debate over whether the brand’s legacy can translate to EVs. Ferrari marketing frames it as a bridge between San Francisco and Maranello, but investors have pushed the stock down about 8% amid broader EV headwinds and subsidy cuts.
Ferrari’s first electric car, the four‑door Luce designed with Jony Ive’s LoveFrom studio, is stirring debate by departing from Ferrari’s traditional look. Its center‑opening doors, minimalist shell, Samsung OLED cockpit screens, and emphasis on tactile controls aim to combine luxury with performance (0–60 mph in about 2.5 seconds) but critics compare its Apple‑influenced lineage to a generic look, raising questions about Ferrari’s identity. Priced around $640,000 and pitched as a statement of exclusivity in EVs, the Luce’s reception ranges from admiration to skepticism, with social media drawing parallels to controversial Apple‑related design moves and even Jaguar’s Type 00 rebrand. The piece also notes LoveFrom’s broader work and Ive’s rumored AI hardware project with OpenAI, underscoring the broader debate about design direction and branding in high‑end electrics.
Ferrari's Luce EV has sparked controversy after former chairman Luca di Montezemolo warned that an electric Ferrari could 'destroy a legend,' even suggesting removing the prancing horse branding; the piece notes the car's radical design, branding options (Prancing Horse or Scuderia Shields), and the broader debate over whether this shift can maintain Ferrari’s identity while appealing to buyers.
BMW confirms the G80 M3 will be the last gasoline-powered version, with the 2027 M3 CS Handschalter marking the final gas variant and gas M3 production ending in February 2027; a gas G84 is planned for 2028 in some markets. Meanwhile, BMW will launch a four-motor, all-electric M3 next year on the new Gen6 eDrive platform, powered by a ~100 kWh+ battery and delivering about 800–900 hp, with Gen6 promising roughly 30% more range and 30% faster charging than Gen5, plus M‑specific software and a new soundscape.
Ferrari’s stock fell about 6% after online criticism of its new electric vehicle, but Wall Street analysts say the pullback could present an attractive buying opportunity given the company’s long-term growth prospects.
Ferrari unveils the Luce, its first four-door BEV designed with LoveFrom; the exterior polarizes but the cabin is stunning, featuring a pivoting infotainment screen and tactile aluminum trim. Powered by four motors for up to 1,035 hp from a 122 kWh 800V pack, with 350 kW charging and an estimated 330-mile WLTP range, plus advanced torque-vectoring and multiple drive modes; priced around €550,000 for Europe.
Ferrari revealed Luce, its first fully electric car, a four-door, five-seat flagship developed with designer Jony Ive and LoveFrom, priced at €550,000 ($640,000). The Luce packs four motors for over 1,000 hp, a top speed above 310 kph, a range over 500 km, and a luxury interior, with deliveries due in Q4 2026 as Ferrari targets broader markets such as China while maintaining its high-end image.
Ferrari's stock fell more than 7% after the luxury automaker unveiled its first fully electric model, the Luce, in Rome, signaling an EV push even as rivals scale back amid weak demand; the shares are about 27% lower over the past year.