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When Enzo Ferrari created his company Scuderia Ferrari in Italy in 1929 his intentions was to sponsor amateur race car drivers and invent racing cars, and it would take more than 15 years before Ferrari began to create their own road cars in 1946. Ferrari is still devoted to the creation of racing cars and high performance sports cars and do not create other types of cars. Scuderia Ferrari is still the widespread name for Gestione Sportiva, the part of the Ferrari company that works with racing. Scuderia is an Italian word and means "stable", but Scuderia Ferrari is sometime also translated as Team Ferrari.

During the early years, Scuderia Ferrari sponsored race car drivers that were driving Alfa Romeo cars. Scuderia Ferrari would prepare Alfa Romeo cars before the race, and in 1938 Enzo Ferrari became officially employed by Alfa Romeo's racing department. Two years later Enzo Ferrari found out that Alfa Romeo was planning to absorb Scuderia Ferrari, a plan which Enzo Ferrari strongly opposed. He instantly left his job at Alfa Romeo, but his contract restricted him from being involved with racing for several years. He changed Scuderia Ferrari into "Auto Avio Costruzioni Ferrari" and officially manufactured aircraft accessories for a few years. Enzo Ferrari did however create a race car during this restricted period. The Tipo 815 debuted at the Mille Miglia race in 1940, but the race was hampered due to World War II and Tipo 815 encountered no real competition. In 1943 Enzo Ferrari moved his factory to Maranello in Italy and one year later the factory was bombed. After the end of World War II, Enzo Ferrari rebuilt his factory and now the Ferrari factory was capable of construction road cars as well.

Ferrari constructed its first road car in 1947. The 1947 125 S Ferrari had a 1.5 L V12 engine and the whole car was considered very beautiful and well designed. Enzo Ferrari was still more interested in race cars and the Ferrari road cars was merely a way for him to fund his work with the Scuderia Ferrari. His distaste for the road car customers became famous and he even accused them of buying Ferrari cars only as status symbols. It is true that the Ferrari road cars grow to fame not only due to excellent performance but also thanks to their stylish elegance. Pininfarina, Bertone, Ghia, Scagliette, Touring and Vignale are all examples of design houses that have worked with Ferrari.

In November 1961 a dispute between Enzo Ferrari and his sales manager, Girolamo Gardini, turned into a crisis. Girolamo Gardini threatened to leave the company. Enzo Ferrari responded to the threat by throwing out Girolamo Gardini, and several employees who agreed with Girolamo Gardini were also ousted. Among them were Romolo Tavoni, manager for Scuderia Ferrari, Giotto Bizzarrini, the chief of the experimental sports car development, and Carlo Chiti, the chief engineer. This was naturally a huge loss for the Ferrari company and the crisis deepened when those who had been thrown out formed their own company - Automobili Turismo e Sport (ATS). ATS even managed to take over Scuderia Serenissima, a very successful racing team, from Ferrari.

A younger engineer, Mauro Forghieri, and an experienced racing bodyman, Sergio Scaglietti, assumed responsibility and tried to finish the projects that the leaving employees had left behind. One of the most important tasks was to finish the development of 250 GTO; a new 250-based model that could compete with the Jaguar E-type. The 250 GTO was finished in time to participate in the Sebring race and place itself first in class, driven by Phil Hill. Throughout 1962, the 250 GTO continued to win the races and it is still one of the most well known race cars in history. The crisis turned out to be something good for Ferrari and the 1960s became a very good decade for the company.

Until the 1980s when Ferrari began to use fuel injection in the road cars, the Ferraris were known as rather temperamental cars. They could be very unreliable, but would still attract a large group of dedicated fans that viewed this unpredictability as "character" rather than a problem. Today, FIAT controls 56 percent of the Ferrari stocks. The rest of stocks owned by Enzo's con Piero Ferrari and by Commerzbank, Mediobanca and the Lehman Brothers. Maranello is still the home town for Ferrari.

Ferrari 458 Spider restyled by A. Kahn Design

A. Kahn Design has recently conducted a series of styling changes on a Ferrari 458 Spider. The car seen here is wearing an attractive Grigio Alloy paint and rides on Monza forged alloy wheels which are available in a wide variety of colors and come with the original center caps. It has also received a lowered suspension, black-painted brake calipers, matt rear styling detail and updated front sections.

A series of modifications were brought to the interior as well where UK-based Kahn Design applied its "bespoke touch" and went for a luxurious Nero cabin.

Source: A. Kahn Design

Ferrari F12 Berlinetta by Revozport

Revozport has introduced a new styling program for the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. Dubbed the RZF-12, the model features a carbon front splitter ($2100), carbon fiber side skirts ($2900) and a carbon fiber rear spoiler ($1300). If that's not enough carbon, the company also offers a carbon fiber fog light cover ($380) and a carbon fiber rear diffuser ($2900).

Customers can also order a TITAV titanium exhaust system ($7490) and a seven-piece carbon fiber engine cover kit ($6800) that will leave people "speechless when you open your hood."

While the styling package might not win everyone over, Revozport said they wanted to keep things "simple and elegant" to maintain the classy look of the car.

Source: Revozport

Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Spia by DMC Germany

DMC Germany has released some new details about their tuning program for the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. Dubbed the Spia, the model has been equipped with a carbon fiber body kit that includes a front splitter, revised side skirts, a rear diffuser and a 599XX-inspired spoiler. The model also has a carbon fiber hood, tinted taillights, a roof-mounted scoop and 21- / 22-inch forged alloy wheels with Pirelli Sport tires.

No specific interior upgrades were given, but customers can order a bespoke cabin with Italian leather upholstery, carbon fiber trim and a sport steering wheel.

Under the hood, the 6.2-liter (6262cc) V12 engine has been equipped with a titanium exhaust system that enables it to produce 764 HP (562 kW) - an increase of 24 HP (18 kW). Detailed performance specifications were not released but DMC claims the car can hit a top speed of nearly 350 km/h (217 mph).

Source: DMC

NEW FUTURISTIC FERRARI SPORT CAR DESIGNS

Ferrari FF by Wheelsandmore

Wheelsandmore has prepared an upgrade kit for the Ferrari FF. The program begins with a new set of 6 Sporz² ultra-light forged wheels measuring 9.5x21 and 12x22 inches (front / rear) wrapped around in Pirelli P Zero Nero rubbers. There's also a proprietary stainless steel exhaust system featuring remote-operable valve flaps. The tuner says they are working on a new coilover and springs for the FF's suspension which should bring the car closer to the ground by 25mm (0.98 inches).

The stage 1 power boost costs 3,782 EUR and includes a remapped ECU and chip tuning which lifts output from 660 HP (485 kW) and 504 lb-ft (683 Nm) to 684 HP (503 kW) and 520 lb-ft (705 Nm). Stage 2 is available for 9,244 EUR and increases power to 700 HP (515 kW) and 527 lb-ft (715 Nm) thanks to the aforementioned exhaust and an ECU upgrade.

Source: Wheelsandmore

DMC F12 Berlinetta SPIA

DMC has prepared an upgrade program for the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. They were able to lift the output of the V12 6.2-liter engine from 740 HP (544 kW) to 764 HP (562 kW) by installing a custom titanium exhaust system which enables the supercar to reach a maximum speed of almost 350 km/h (217 mph). The next order of business was to develop a carbon fiber body kit that makes the F12 look even more aggressive. The stock hood has been replaced by a carbon fiber variant, while the roof scoop is also a novelty. There's also a prominent new lip splitter which DMC says it improves road stability, along with a new set of side skirts using a pair of diffuser plates, while at the back it gets a 599XX-inspired spoiler wing. As a final touch, DMC has installed a new set of 21/22-inch (front/rear) alloys with Pirelli Sport Tires measuring 255/30 and 332/25, respectively.

Source: DMC

Ferrari California modified by CDC Performance

CDC Performance has launched an upgrade kit for the Ferrari California. By installing a supercharger system with intercooling, output of the V8 4.3-liter has been increased to about 600 hp (447 kW) and 442 lb-ft (600 Nm) of torque. It also has a custom exhaust system with a new muffler that has a valve system operated on the RACE button.

There's also a suspension lift system that can raise the front of the convertible by 40 mm at the touch of a button. It sits on VSU FORGED alloys measuring 9x21 with 225/30 R21 tires at the front and 12x22 with 315/25 R22 rubbers for the rear axle.

In terms of styling, we notice new aero components such as the front spoiler, grille and rear diffuser. All the aerodynamic parts are made from carbon fiber, while the trunk has received an Alcantara finish with Rosso stitching.

Source: CDC Performance

Press release:

CDC Performance Project "CALIFORNIA"

The Exclusive tuners CDC International GmbH from Neuenmarkt in Germany brings with label CDC PERFORMANCE through styled for the Ferrari California Custom Programm to the public.

The modifications to the exterior area of the vehicle refers to the changed aerodynamic components such as front spoiler, rear diffuser, front grille and license plate. These components were manufactured in carbon. Next, our black side markers were used.
The trunk of California has been our work to that of a Ferrari's meet, finishing in Alcantara with stitching in Rosso.

Not only in design and appearance, we can modify the vehicle. The intervention in the perfromance creates speed, agility, safety and confidence.
In detail, these changes relate to the following modules:

- ENGINE
The Supercharger system with intercooling provides the California tremendous mileage.
The vehicle's power is raised to about 600 hp and 600 NM thereby. We achieve this by 0,38 bar boost. The drive toward the front ends only after the 300 km / h mark.

- SUSPENSION
Used here comes a suspension lift system that raises the California push of a button to 40mm and thus can Easily overcome the obstacles.
To reach the desired depth, and the vehicle wheels so harmoniously stand
yet our springs are installed in conjunction with the lift system, so that we achieve a lowering by -40/40mm.

- WHEELS
Our VSU FORGED alloy wheels which have been machined from aluminum with a CNC are custom made in size, design and finish of the California extra. They fit perfectly into the Siluette of California.

Were built here, 12.0 x22.0 with 315/25-22 on the rear axle and 255/30-21 at the front axle with 9.0x21.0.

- EXHAUST SYSTEM
The prepared for the California standalone exhaust system lies in a sound experience. The muffler is equipped with a valve system which operated on the RACE-button. With the flip closed, you can enjoy the tranquility of a V8 luxury sedan, after pressing and flip open your 8-cylinder sports car experience.

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While it's true that every Ferrari is innovative by definition, it's equally true that in the course of the Prancing Horse's history, certain cars have marked a genuine departure from the current range. This is very much the case with the Ferrari 458 Italia, which is a massive leap forward from the company's previous mid-rear engined sports cars.

The new model is a synthesis of style, creative flair, passion and cutting-edge technology, characteristics for which Italy as a nation is well-known. For this reason Ferrari chose to add the name of its homeland to the traditional figure representing the displacement and number of cylinders.

The Ferrari 458 Italia is a completely new car from every point of view: engine, design, aerodynamics, handling, instrumentation and ergonomics, just to name a few.

A two-seater berlinetta, the Ferrari 458 Italia, as is now traditional for all Ferrari's road-going cars, benefits hugely from the company's Formula 1 experience. This is particularly evident in the speed and precision with which the car responds to driver inputs and in the attention focused on reducing internal friction in the engine for lower fuel consumption than the Ferrari F430, despite the fact that both overall displacement and power have increased. However, Ferrari's track experience makes its presence felt in the Ferrari 458 Italia not only in terms of pure technological transfer but also on a more emotional level, because of the strong emphasis on creating an almost symbiotic relationship between driver and car. The Ferrari 458 Italia features an innovative driving environment with a new kind of steering wheel and dashboard that is the direct result of racing practice. Once again input from Michael Schumacher - who was involved from the very start of the Ferrari 458 Italia project - played an invaluable part.

2011 Ferrari 458 Italia

The Ferrari 458 Italia's Pininfarina design provides further evidence of the complete departure from the past that this new car hails. The Ferrari 458 Italia has a compact, aerodynamic shape, underscoring the concepts of simplicity, efficiency and lightness that inspired the project. As with every Ferrari, the car's styling has been very heavily influenced by the requirements for aerodynamic efficiency, as can be seen from the downforce of 140 kg at 200km/h generated by the new model. The front features a single opening for the front grille and side air intakes, with aerodynamic sections and profiles designed to direct air to the coolant radiators and the new flat underbody. The nose also sports small aeroelastic winglets which generate downforce and, as speed rises, deform to reduce the section of the radiator inlets and cut drag.

The new 4499 cc V8 is the first Ferrari direct injection engine to be mid-rear mounted. It has a very low piston compression height typical of racing engines which contributed to achieving its compression ratio of 12.5:1. Equipped with the traditional flat-plane crankshaft, the engine delivers 570 CV at 9000 rpm and, with an outstanding power output of 127 CV/litre, sets a new benchmark not only for the whole Ferrari range and the history of company, but also for the entire market segment. Maximum torque is 540 Nm at 6000 rpm, over 80 per cent of which is available from 3250 rpm. Specific torque is a record 120 Nm/litre. However, what is truly extraordinary is the amount of torque available while still maintaining high levels of power at low revs.

The car's soundtrack is also typical Ferrari, with an exciting, powerful growl emerging from the engine before it channels through to the exhaust's three rear tailpipes.

The Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission which increases performance whilst providing very smooth shifts even at full throttle. The engineers have developed specific, sportier gear ratios to match the power and torque curves of the new V8, guaranteeing high torque even at lower engine speeds and allowing the car to reach its maximum speed in top gear.

This new Ferrari is also a major leap forward when it comes to cutting emissions. Despite the fact that the new engine is significantly more powerful than the V8s that preceded it, the Ferrari 458 Italia produces just 320 g/km of CO2 and fuel consumption is 13.7 l/100 km (combined cycle), the best in the entire segment.

The engineers also focused on weight reduction during the design phase for similar reasons. Consequently, the Ferrari 458 Italia has a dry weight of 1380 kg with a power-to-weight ratio of 2.42 kg/CV. Weight distribution is also optimal with 58 per cent over the rear axle. The result of the engineers' endeavours can be summed up in to two simple statistics which together perfectly encapsulate the Ferrari 458 Italia's exceptional performance: 0-100 km/h acceleration in under 3.4 seconds and a maximum speed in excess of 325 km/h.

For the new chassis, once more in aluminium, Maranello's engineers incorporated various types of advanced alloys along with aerospace industry-derived manufacturing and bonding techniques.

With regard to vehicle dynamics, the Ferrari 458 Italia's suspension features twin wishbones at the front and a multi-link set-up at the rear tuned for maximum roadholding and superlative handling. Along with a more direct steering ratio, the Ferrari 458 Italia thus offers extremely rapid turn-in and body control whilst maintaining superior ride comfort.

The integration of the E-Diff and F1-Trac (now controlled by the same ECU) and their respective mappings is even greater, resulting in a 32 per cent increase in longitudinal acceleration out of corners compared to previous models. The evolution of the control logic, with even faster and more accurate calculation of levels of grip, ensures even greater roadholding, better handling and ease of control on the limit.

The same ECU also governs the high-performance ABS, providing even more precise control over the logic threshold and greater efficiency. The brakes also feature a prefill function whereby the pistons in the callipers move the pads into contact with the discs on lift off to minimise delay in the brakes being applied. This combined with the ABS has cut the 100-0 km/h braking distance to a mere 32.5 metres.

The Ferrari 458 Italia's interior is another area of the car that exalts its sporty personality. The driver is welcomed by a new layout and a revolutionary ergonomic interface where the main controls are all clustered on the steering wheel.

With the Ferrari 458 Italia, Maranello has brought a highly distinctive new car to its 8-cylinder range. The company now offers two models that share a common, race-derived DNA, both exceptionally sporty and fun to drive in true Ferrari tradition, but aimed at two very different kinds of client. While the Ferrari California was created for owners requiring a more versatile sports car with a practical edge, the Ferrari 458 Italia is designed for owners for whom the priority is uncompromising on-road performance with occasional track day capability, but who still demand a car that is useable in day-to-day driving like all Ferrari's recent models.