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George Russell says Ferrari's decision to pit Lewis Hamilton under the late safety car at the 2026 British Grand Prix was the right call, even though it cost them a potential one-two; Hamilton gained track position for a late restart while Russell, who later faced a puncture, finished second, showing how fortunes can swing in F1.
Ferrari’s 12Cilindri Manuale pairs an eight‑speed dual‑clutch transaxle with a pedal‑operated, clutch‑by‑wire system and a traditional gated lever, offering six forward gears (plus reverse/neutral) for a manual‑style experience while retaining automatic modes for testing and regulatory needs; only 1,500 units will be built, and Ferrari aims to preserve driving engagement even without a conventional mechanical linkage.
Ferrari’s 12Cilindri Manuale uses a ‘Manuale by Wire’ system that maps to the SF90 Stradale’s eight-speed dual-clutch with two gears removed, delivering manual-like control via electronics rather than a mechanical linkage and including a Koenigsegg CC850–like auto mode. The piece argues purists should stop demanding a traditional manual, noting the 819 hp V12, 9,500 rpm redline, and the ability for clutch dumps and heel-and-toe, while acknowledging it isn’t a true manual and that rebuild costs could be high. In short, it’s framed as a pragmatic compromise for a modern, power-dense Ferrari.)
Ferrari patents a by-wire system that mimics a manual for the V12 12Cilindri, delivering a gated shifter and three pedals while the gearbox remains electronically controlled; manual mode uses gears 1–6 and is slower than automatic; 830-hp V12, 1,499 units, about $700k, deliveries begin in 2027, and the model is effectively sold out.
Ferrari reveals the 2027 12Cilindri Manuale, a V12 flagship that uses a bespoke six-speed gated shifter and clutch driven by a manuale-by-wire system. It reworks the SF90 Stradale’s eight-speed dual-clutch transmission to six gears, offering a true manual experience with an automatic mode, stall capability, and a 9,500 rpm redline. Only 1,499 Tailor Made coupes will be built, priced from €590,000 in Italy (no Spider).
Ferrari unveils the 12Cilindri Manuale, a limited-run version of the 12Cilindri that adds a 'Manuale By-Wire' system—combining a traditional clutch pedal and a gated shifter with an eight-speed dual-clutch to give real manual control (and even the possibility to stall) while keeping the unchanged 819-hp 6.5-liter V12. Production is capped at 1,499 units, with seventh and eighth gears reserved for relaxed high-speed cruising. The car can start in Drive automatically or enter Manual mode when the clutch is pressed, and drivers can revert to auto anytime, though pricing has not been announced.
Ferrari unveils the 12Cilindri Manuale, a naturally aspirated 6.5L V12 with rear‑wheel drive that pairs an open-gated six‑speed manual with a by‑wire system that can trigger an eight‑speed dual‑clutch auto (the manual uses the first six gears the auto uses the last two). It delivers 820hp and 500 lb‑ft, reaches 0–62 mph in 2.9 seconds, and tops at 211 mph. Only 1,499 Tailor Made cars will be built, priced from about €590,000 (roughly €190k more than the standard €400k car).
Touring Superleggera reimagines the Ferrari 550 as the Veloce12 Aperta, a limited-run restomod that keeps the 5.5-liter naturally aspirated V12, adds a six-speed manual and a removable targa roof, and pairs upgraded brakes, adaptive suspension, and a leather-trimmed cabin for a modern yet retro GT experience.
Ferrari’s first all-electric sedan, the Luce designed with ex-Apple chief Jony Ive, faced criticism for a plain, practical look, yet China allocated 88 units priced at about 3.99 million yuan apiece; all were snapped up, suggesting strong demand among ultra-wealthy buyers despite backlash and a leadership shakeup back home.
More than two decades after the Malibu crash that ripped a Ferrari Enzo apart, ex-con Stefan Eriksson has been released from prison and resurfaced in a Ferrari Facebook group claiming the car was stolen from impound and demanding its return; the piece recounts the crash speed (police materials cite up to 199 mph) and Eriksson's criminal history, including deportation, while noting RM Sotheby's documentation of the car’s rebuild and that civil forfeiture questions could still affect ownership.
Ferrari could not back up its Barcelona win in Austria as Leclerc called Friday's practice difficult and the car lacked grip and pace, leaving them far from the front and behind Mercedes and McLaren in FP2. Team boss Fred Vasseur cited sweltering, variable conditions and tyre degradation as factors and said Ferrari still has a lot of work to do, with only a modest engine upgrade in the pipeline and the potential to unlock more overnight.
An illustrated tour of 16 iconic Ferraris—from the 1948 166 MM to LaFerrari and Daytona SP3—showing how Ferrari blends form and function through mid‑engine aggression, elegant coachwork, and race‑inspired aerodynamics to define the brand's design legacy.
Hamilton won Ferrari’s Barcelona Grand Prix with a three-stop strategy and a late Virtual Safety Car, giving him his first Ferrari victory and ending longstanding droughts. Leclerc struggled with results, including a Monaco crash and Q3 exits, while Francesco Cigarini argues Hamilton’s setup approach revealed and corrected Leclerc’s tendency to push the rear end, guiding Ferrari toward a more robust, championship-ready package. Through seven rounds, Hamilton leads Leclerc 4-3 in qualifying and 5-2 in Grand Prix results after the Barcelona win.
Lewis Hamilton’s switch to Ferrari and his Barcelona win have renewed expectations that the seven-time champion can chase a record eighth F1 title, as Ferrari’s upgrades and the FIA’s ADUO engine allowances sharpen the rivalry with Mercedes despite a difficult first year and Mercedes’ own improvements.
Untelevised Barcelona GP radio captures Ferrari’s guidance to Lewis Hamilton as a pivotal seven-lap window under a Virtual Safety Car helps secure the lead. Hamilton, on a three-stop strategy, pitted during the VSC, relaunching ahead of George Russell after Kimi Antonelli’s stop. He ultimately won by 19.5 seconds, marking his first Ferrari career victory and a strong start to the 2026 season, with Carlo Santi directing the calls and pace management.