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Ferrari has publically debuted the F8 Tributo at the 2019 Geneva motor show, after having revealed the 488 GTB’s replacement just last week. What’s important to note is that this model is set to be the last non-hybridised V8-powered Ferrari supercar, and will be followed by the carmaker’s first hybrid model.Sales and marketing boss Enrico Galliera told our sister publication Autocar UK at the Geneva motor show that while it was "unfair to say it will be the last, it is fair to say the next will be hybrid”.
The world’s leading Italian luxury sports car brand Ferrari launches its experiential pop-up store in Shanghai to host the Asia Premiere of the F8 Tributo, the new mid-rear-engined sports car representing the highest expression of the classic two-seater Berlinetta of the Cavallino Rampante.As an all-new concept in Ferrari history and following a whirlwind of successes in Beijing, Ningbo and Sanya last year, the latest Ferrari pop-up store arrives at the high-fashion city landmark - Plaza 66 in Shanghai, from April 14th to 20th to showcase the new F8 Tributo, which was revealed at the Geneva Motor Show in early March. This Asia debut is a testament to the confidence of Ferrari in the Chinese market and long-standing commitment to providing Ferrari owners and fans in China with the most thrilling driving experiences.
Over 70 Ferraristi, distinguished guests and prospective owners from across the region took part in the latest edition of Passione Ferrari at the renowned Dubai Autodrome. Four of the all new Ferrari F8 Tributo model were present at the event, as Prancing Horse enthusiasts had the opportunity to test drive the latest addition to the Ferrari stable for the first time on the track.Having long led the way in automotive excellence, Ferrari is setting a new market benchmark with the F8 Tributo, making the exhilarating performance levels of the best 8-cylinder in the world accessible to all drivers, with unprecedented handling and superior ride comfort.The track experience commenced with a detailed briefing by the Ferrari Corsa Pilota, a team of professional Ferrari instructors flown in from Maranello, Italy especially for this event. Following the briefing, guests admired the perfection of the Ferrari models and were afforded the pleasure of their pure power, sportiness and agility.
The all-new Hispano Suiza Carmen makes its global debut at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, signalling the resurgence of an iconic Spanish luxury car brand. Designed, developed and manufactured in Barcelona, the fully-electric Carmen is a ‘hyperlux’ grand touring car – the ultimate expression of classically-inspired design, cutting edge chassis and powertrain technology, exhilarating power and expertly-engineered dynamics. It pioneers a new ‘hyperlux’ vehicle segment – one that combines hypercar performance with exquisite luxury, painstaking craftsmanship and meticulous attention to technical and engineering details. A genuinely unique proposition, and a fitting tribute to an iconic Spanish car brand. The Hispano Suiza Carmen will cost from €1.5m (plus taxes), and only 19 examples of the Carmen will be produced from late 2019 until 2021. Road testing begins in mid-2019, with the first media drives in October. Prospective customers can now register their interest to purchase one of the exclusive Carmen models, ahead of its official customer launch date in June 2020.
Honda’s showstopper at the 89th Geneva Motor Show was the e Prototype – which previews the company’s future electric models for Europe. Cut to 2019, Honda has taken a step further in that direction and presented the e Prototype, which is positioned as the next-gen urban commuter. The production version of the e Prototype will be revealed later this year, says Honda. The Honda e Prototype has a range of 200km on a single charge and also boasts of a fast charge function that charges the batteries to give 80 per cent range in 30 minutes, according to the company. It has garnered some interest, as Honda claims that it has received 15,000 registrations for the e Prototype in Europe. Tom Gardner, Senior Vice President, Honda Motor Europe said: “Since we made that first pledge in March 2017, the shift towards electrification has gathered pace considerably. Environmental challenges continue to drive demand for cleaner mobility. Technology marches on unrelenting and people are starting to shift their view of the car itself.”
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