4th December, 2005
The Bologna Motor Show has provided the venue for Ferrari's unveiling
of the Ferrari FXX, a car aimed exclusively at a selected group of its most
dedicated and passionate clients, and around which a truly innovative
technical client constructor collaboration programme has been developed.
This prototype, of which just 29 have been built, is the most
technologically advanced GT car ever to emerge from Maranello. It will be
used exclusively on track as part of a specific ongoing research and
development programme featuring the first ever group of Client Test
Drivers. The FXX has not been homologated for road use or racing.
The FXX is the culmination of Ferrari's expertise in building special
limited-series sports cars combined with its racing
experience. The FXX will provide the basic framework on which the specifics
of future extreme models will be developed. The exceptionally powerful FXX
delivers absolutely blistering performance: it is powered by an imposing
6262 cm3 V12 engine which develops over 800 hp at 8,500 rpm. The gearbox is
the result of the transfer of F1 technology and delivers gear change times
of less than 100 ms.
This is almost as fast as the F1 cars, themselves seen by some as the pinnacle of
current technological achievement. The FXX has a dry weight of 1155 kg with
a power-weight ratio of 1.44 kg/hp, and completed a lap of Fiorano in under
1'18''00 - a time which gives an indication of the sheer power and
performance of this car.
The FXX's aerodynamic design is also particularly innovative - with a 40%
increase in downforce compared to the already impressive Enzo. Ferrari's F1
tyre partner, Bridgestone, developed a specific 19" slick tyre for the
FXX., and Brembo produced a special brake pad and cooling system for the 398
x 36 mm Composite Ceramic Material discs.
Another unique feature of the FXX is its sophisticated telemetry system
which monitors and provides feedback in real time. The instrument panel,
supplied by Magneti Marelli, is specifically designed for the FXX and
incorporates a new data acquisition system. A video camera is also
installed on the roof of each of the cars, pointing towards the rear, with
a special TFT display on the dash removing the need for rear view mirrors.
The FXX package also includes participation in a series of 14 track events
organised by Ferrari on various international-level circuits over the
coming two years in Europe, North America and Japan (meetings at Spa and
the Nürburgring have already been confirmed for 2006). On these occasions,
an official team of technicians will be on hand to provide any assistance
and support required by the Client Test Drivers. In addition to these
unique official events, clients will also be able to take their cars out on
the track independently during private sessions. If clients wish to leave
their car at Maranello while not in use, they will be transported directly
by Ferrari to the various European circuits for the scheduled events.
Given the car's exceptional performance and the unique nature of the
package, delivery of each FXX also includes an advanced driving course with
tuition provided by the professional drivers. Courses take place at
the Fiorano Circuit where Ferrari conducts its F1 single-seater testing.
After the seat and the pedals have been individually moulded for each
driver, there will be a traditional "shakedown" followed by a training
session to introduce the Client Test Drivers to test driving methodologies.
The first FXXs were delivered in mid-November and the last will be with
their owners by the end of April next year. The FXX and the relative
package cost a total of 1.5 million euro (excluding taxes). Applications to
join the programme were evaluated by a special inhouse committee.
The Ferrari F430 Challenge also makes its Italian debut at the Bologna
Motor Show. The new Prancing Horse competition car is derived from the
8-cylinder road-going berlinetta and will take part in the Ferrari
Challenge Trofeo Pirelli single-series championship from the 2006 season
on.
Ferrari has also reaffirmed the strong link between its GT and sporting
divisions with the new F430 Challenge which is specifically designed to
meet the expectations of its sportier clients. The F430 Challenge retains
the same general look and 490 hp engine as the roadgoing version. However,
it also incorporates a large number of significant track-oriented
modifications and a host of new features not seen in the car currently used
in the series, the 360 Challenge, which it joins on the track next season
and completely replaces in 2007.
As ever, the transfer from Formula 1 is significant, particularly with
regard to the braking system which uses carbon ceramic material (CCM) - a
first for a Ferrari sports competition car. The electronic gearbox is also
F1-derived and works in exactly the same way as the one used on the grand
prix car. Thanks to a sintered twin-plate clutch and specific software, it
also offers the same gear-changing times as the road-going F430 (150 ms).
Fifth and sixth gear ratios have also been modified with respect to the
road-going version, as has the final drive ratio, in order to make the most
of the engine on all the circuits where the F430 Challenge will race. The
new 19" slick tyres, developed specifically by Pirelli for this track
model, are designed to comply with the very strict racing regulations that
demand endurance whilst still delivering outstanding performance.
The F430 Challenge boasts a kerb weight of just 1225 kg (excluding fuel).
Weight has been reduced in many areas of the car: of particular note are
the Lexan® windscreen, the all-carbon fibre intake plenum cover, and
specific exhaust system. To ensure that drivers extract the full benefit of
the car's performance on the track, the E-Diff has been replaced by a
mechanical differential and the EBD has been replaced with a mechanical
system. Similarly, the stability control has been permanently disengaged,
while the ASR can be switched off by the driver. All the other electronic
systems have been set up in "race" mode, thus eliminating the need for the
manettino switch. The ABS is always active.
Another important feature introduced in the F430 Challenge is the new
steering wheel which has a quick release mechanism to provide easier access
for drivers. The steering wheel also has buttons for communication with the
pits, to set the pit lane speed and to interface with the new colour
digital instrument panel. The rear of the car is characterised by the
specific exhaust system which has high central tail pipes, and by the
modified grille which increases the extraction of hot air from the rear of
the engine bay. The anti-roll bars, springs and single-rate shocks have
also been modified for racing use. The F430 Challenge also features new
centre locking wheels and pneumatic air jacks for faster wheel changes in
the pit lane.
The FXX and F430 Challenge are joined on the Ferrari stand at Bologna by
the 2004 Formula 1 World Championship-winning single-seater, the 612
Scaglietti, and the coupe and spider versions of the F430.
The year 2005 was an important year for Ferrari both in terms of the
company set-up and the new products it unveiled.
In April, the Ferrari Maserati Group was dissolved and ownership of
Maserati was transferred to Fiat in order to allow the Trident to establish
a closer technical and commercial relationship with Alfa Romeo,
particularly on the major international markets. Nonetheless, Ferrari and
Maserati continue to collaborate on an industrial level, and with regard to
technical projects, engines and sales networks.
At the end of July, the Abu Dhabi government development company, Mubadala,
acquired a 5% share in Ferrari from Mediobanca and was immediately
committed to being an extremely reliable and stable partner with a range of
exciting new business strategies to share. In early November, Ferrari and
Aldar, an Abu Dhabi real estate company, announced an exclusive agreement
to develop an innovative and exciting Ferrari Area in Abu Dhabi themed
around the Ferrari brand.
In October, Ferrari also announced a new sales unit for the
Asia-Pacific region which covers a total of 13 markets, amongst which are
Japan, China, Australia and Hong Kong. The region has enormous potential
for development and is extremely strategic for Ferrari which envisages
commercial successes in coming years.
Finally, just a few days ago, Donato Coco joined Ferrari, replacing Frank
Stephenson as the Prancing Horse's Chief Designer. Coco will now have the
task of stimulating and directing the creativity of Ferrari's partners,
including Pininfarina with which the Prancing Horse has enjoyed an
exceptionally long and fruitful working relationship.
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VW Golf GTI Wins
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German Debut For Volkswagen Race Touareg 2
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Audi A6 TDI Is Australia's Best Luxury Car
23rd November, 2005
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Volkswagen Touareg Experience 360° Back
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Cadillac Wins Manufacturers’ Titles
18th November, 2005
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New Volkswagen Passat Clinches Prestigious Award
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Porsche Again Makes A Record Profit
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Porsche: Turbo Driving Force
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Peugeot Welcomes UK Bio-Fuel initiative
13th November, 2005
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UK Requires 5% Renewable Fuel By 2010
13th November, 2005
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UK Crackdown On The Uninsured
11th November, 2005
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Audi: Sweaty Overalls Off, Italian Fashion On
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Prince Andrew Visits Bentley Motors
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Europe's VW Touareg W12 Sport Edition
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Twenty Four Million Golfs
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4th November, 2005
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2nd November, 2005
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11th October, 2005
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27th September, 2005
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19th September, 2005
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14th August, 2005
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9th August, 2005
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7th August, 2005
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5th August, 2005
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1st August, 2005
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Lamborghini Gallardo SE
1st August, 2005
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31st July, 2005
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New Abu Dhabi Shareholder For Ferrari
29th July, 2005
Ferrari and Mubadala Development Company - a principal investment company
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Audi A8L W12 Launched in Australia
28th July, 2005
Audi's ultimate long-wheelbase luxury limousine, the Audi A8L W12, has been launched
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New Porsche Panamera Is Due In 2009
28th July, 2005
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Audi A8 Forges Ahead with a Fresh New Face
27th July, 2005
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For Peugeot – 'Innovation' Isn't A New Word
27th July, 2005
Introducing 'world firsts' is not new to Peugeot. The Peugeot 1007 might be the
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New Audi A6 Avant
26th July, 2005
Audi has launched its elegant and versatile new A6 Avant in Australia. With
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Ferrari Opens Motor Museum
18th July, 2005
Ferrari has opened the Galleria Ferrari, a new museum, in Ferrari's home town of
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10,000,000 engines produced at Audi Hungaria
15th July, 2005
Audi Hungary has manufactured its ten millionth engine, a 1.8-litre four-cylinder
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Honda To Discontinue The NSX
13th July, 2005
Honda has announced that it will discontinue production of the NSX, a vehicle
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Ferrari's 25,000 Red Kilometres In China
11th July, 2005
Despite its image of a densely populated country, China contains some of
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