Ferrari is Making Electric Cars But There Are Delays Due to Soft Demand

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Just imagine Ferrari, the famous Italian high-end sportscar manufacturer launches a streamlined and stylish EV. It’s almost unheard of, or at least you’d think so, right? Well, apparently, the company already has two models in the works, with the first set to be unveiled in October, 2025. Representatives have been tight-lipped about the design and specifications of the car, but we know the second one — which was likely to be more sports-oriented — has been delayed because of soft demand. Instead of coming out in 2026, we’ll now see it in 2028, in whatever shape or form it takes on.

I think, quite predictably, it makes sense why the delay and why there’s soft demand for an electric vehicle of this caliber. Of course, there are some other concerns especially when trying to pack EV technologies into a sleek, aerodynamic package.

The kind of performance that Ferrari’s and their ilk are known for would require a boost in power, and in an electric vehicle that means larger more capable batteries. Electric cars are already heavier than gas-only cars and it’s hard to envision a Ferrari that would be even heavier — but that’s a real possibility. There’s also the point that wealthy buyers, the main demographic for these cars, aren’t looking into them for their fuel efficiency, they want power, sexy designs, loud engines, and lots of fun. Not to say EVs cannot offer that, but, we’re probably not there quite yet with the technology.

Riding the Wheels Until They Fall Off

Ferrari has made it known they’re not ditching gas-variants — they plan to sell V-12 engines until they’re banned — so you don’t necessarily have to worry about the new phasing out the old, not yet, anyway. But while there might be low demand for EVs from the company, it’s still exciting to think about the possibilities. If there’s any company that can push the boundaries of the technology it’s definitely Ferrari.

Car and Driver suspects the upcoming Ferrari EV will blur the lines between a sports car and an SUV, borrowing design elements from Masarati and its own inventory, the Ferrari Roma. I don’t know about you but that sounds absolutely divine. A low-seated and more sporty SUV sounds like a hell of a lot of fun to drive, which is exactly what the company is renowned for.

The biggest issue with this new car is likely going to stem from the price. Ferraris are not cheap and neither are EVs with upfront costs. But convincing buyers to spend that much money on a new, untested EV in the space — it’s going to have to bring a lot of value to the table. Then again, those who have the money to splurge on a vehicle like this may not even care. That’s the funny part about these hypotheticals, they can go either way in the real world.

Maintenance and Upkeep on a High-End EV

It will also be interesting to see how Ferrari approaches the maintenance and upkeep aspects of this new vehicle. Overall, EVs require less maintenance, but there are still a lot of nuanced tasks to keep them optimally running, including battery care and storage — in cold weather especially.

DIY repairs are possible on older Ferraris above all, but some of the newer models use specialized and more complex parts which can make modifications difficult. It’s likely this new EV series would include similarly specialized designs. Not to mention the fact that EVs technically don’t even need to have an OBD2 port — those were designed in the 80s primarily for emissions testing. Teslas, for example, still have a diagnostic port that works the same way but it’s a proprietary connector.

We’ll know soon enough, as October is still scheduled to be the release of the first and original EV model. Hopefully, Ferrari doesn’t make any last-minute changes before the unveil.

It’s a bummer EVs don’t have OBD2 ports, but most other modern vehicles do, including hybrids. We always recommend picking one up for your household, even if you don’t do any repairs yourself. That will allow you to read diagnostics or error codes, including brand specific ones, to find out if you need to head to a local mechanic or dealership right away or not. The Innova 1000 is excellent for basic diagnostics, while the Innova 5210 is ideal for most intermediate users. Whichever you choose, it’s best to have something on hand, unless you only own a Tesla.

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