Ferrari Group

The first electric Ferrari Luce (chassis number 0) fetched $40 million at an auction in Pebble Beach, a record price for a new car. The proceeds will go entirely to the Ferrari charitable foundation. Despite controversies over its design and critical reviews, the model is seeing strong demand; list price starts at €550,000 and the annual sales target of around 500 vehicles has already been met, while the stock has recently posted gains. » Altro su manager-magazin.de

Ferrari is replacing its long-serving marketing chief Enrico Galliera after the critical reception of the five-seat electric SUV Luce. On July 1, Massimiliano Di Silvestre, most recently head of BMW’s Italy operations, will take the role and is expected to realign the brand. Under Di Silvestre’s leadership, BMW became market leader in Italy’s premium segment. According to the company, Galliera — after 16 years at Ferrari — has announced a new career move but will remain in office until the presentation of the new car. » Altro su wiwo.de

Just in time for the home race in Monaco, Charles Leclerc has signed a new contract with Ferrari; the team did not disclose the term, saying only it covers the coming seasons. Leclerc has driven for Ferrari since 2019 and is currently third in the world championship standings. He said he is happy to continue the journey with the Scuderia and stated the goal is to bring the world championship back to Maranello. » Altro su finanzen.net