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Ferrari Is Preparing Its First Electric Car – Its Price Is Expected To Be Staggering 

At least 500 thousand euros. That’s how much Ferrari’s first electric car will cost. The luxury brand is preparing to open a new factory that will increase production significantly.

KEY FACTS

  • Sources of the “Reuters” agency indicate that the price of the electric car of the premium class is not yet known. It does not include features and personal items, which usually add 15-20%.
  • However, the price is certainly much higher than the average selling price of a Ferrari in the first quarter of this year, which is around 350,000 euros. 
  • The electric car will certainly be significantly more expensive than those of the competitors in the premium sector. By comparison, the price of Porsche’s less exclusive Taycan electric car starts at around 100,000 euros.
  • The sources claim that Ferrari is also planning to open a factory in the luxury brand’s hometown of Maranello, northern Italy, where the model will be produced. It is estimated that this could increase the group’s production by up to a third.
  • Although electric cars are generally silent, Ferrari engineers are developing “sound signatures” that will mimic those produced by the famous internal combustion engines.

IMPORTANT QUOTE

“When we talk about luxury cars like ours, we’re talking about the emotion we’re able to deliver to our customer, so we’re not talking about functional cars like the other electric cars you see on the road,” Ferrari CEO Benedetto Viña told CNBC.

WHAT TO WATCH FOR

The sources indicate that a second electric car model under the Ferrari brand is also under development. The company predicts that by 2026, approximately 60% of the cars it offers will be electric or hybrid.

SURPRISING FACT

The luxury brand relies on its exclusivity and often the list of those who want to own a Ferrari is so long that the wait takes more than two years. Last year, Ferrari produced 13,221 cars, which is 18.5% more than in 2021. Demand still greatly exceeds supply.

Apple’s Mac Segment Defies Market Expectations With AI-Driven Growth

Apple’s latest quarterly results featured stellar performance from its iPhone sales and burgeoning Services revenue, yet it was the Mac that truly exceeded market expectations. Driving a notable increase fueled by the rising demand for AI workloads, the Mac segment surprised investors with robust growth.

Strong Revenue Beat And Unexpected Growth

Wall Street had forecast Mac revenue in the low $8 billion range; however, Apple reported $8.4 billion in revenue for the quarter ended March 28. This performance not only surpassed estimates but also marked a 6% year-over-year increase, in contrast to the anticipated flat sales. Overall, Apple’s revenue climbed an impressive 17% year-over-year, signaling a healthy diversification of its earnings across core and non-core segments.

Innovative Launches And A New Wave Of Users

Part of the Mac’s surge can be attributed to recent product launches, notably the well-received MacBook Neo. Launched amid heightened consumer excitement and rapid preorder uptake, the Neo quickly resonated with both existing and new users, setting a quarterly record for attracting first-time Mac customers. CEO Tim Cook noted that customer interest was “off the charts,” a testament to the Neo’s market appeal.

Local AI Innovations And Enterprise Adoption

Surprisingly, Apple identified a surge in demand for Macs driven by local AI workloads. Platforms like OpenClaw have led to rapid adoption, further evidenced by recent sellouts of the Mac mini and Mac Studio devices. In China, where demand for advanced AI computing is particularly fervent, the Mac mini emerged as the top-selling desktop, reinforcing the role of Macs in powering enterprise-grade AI solutions. Notable enterprises, including tech innovator Perplexity, have adopted the Mac as their platform of choice for developing enterprise AI assistants.

Supply Constraints And Future Outlook

Despite the record-breaking demand, Mac revenue remained flat on a quarter-over-quarter basis, indicating that the rising demand is still in its early phases. Cook acknowledged that balancing supply and demand for the Mac mini and Studio models could require several months. He also highlighted supply constraints impacting the MacBook Neo, prompting institutions such as Kansas City Public Schools to transition from Chromebooks to the Neo as their preferred computing solution.

Conclusion

Apple’s latest earnings underscore how strategic product innovations and the increasing relevance of AI are reshaping demand across its product lines. As the tech giant continues to refine its supply chains and capitalize on emerging market trends, its ability to navigate these shifts will be critical to sustaining long-term growth and maintaining its competitive edge.

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