Ferrari Will Give its EVs Distinctive Sounds
• Ferrari's future electric vehicles won't be quiet, the Italian firm says.
With most electrified vehicles, the question of mechanical sound is not an issue. With an SUV, it's much nicer to hear nothing than to endure the sometimes shrill screech of a 4-cylinder engine struggling to pull a heavy load.
With performance cars, however, the issue of sound is more relevant. The level of driving pleasure is enhanced by the sound of the engine and exhaust system. In the electric age, we lose this element.
It's important for BMW, Chevrolet and Ford, but it's even more crucial for a company like Ferrari, renowned for the incredible sound of its engines.
The company's first electric model is due to go on sale at the end of 2025. Little is known at present, with Maranello keeping details close to its chest. However, we did learn something recently from Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna when he took part in a program (Swawk Box) on the European channel of the CNBC network. Vigna asserted that Ferrari will continue to emphasize style and performance with its electric vehicles, and that they would not lose their unique look.
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