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Ferrari expanded crypto payment to Europe

In October 2023, Ferrari announced that buyers in America will be able to pay for their cars in cryptocurrency. The reason was that the manufacturer reaches people who are not necessarily buyers of our brand, but who can afford a Ferrari. Now the service has been extended to Europe.

When the first cryptocurrency (Bitcoin) was created in 2009, few believed that it would survive. Today, there are hundreds of different cryptocurrencies on the market, and many still think they have no future. Many manufacturers still do not believe them, but Ferrari tried its luck in America and succeeded.

In the US, Ferrari has reached an agreement with a bitcoin payment service provider (BitPay) to process payments in cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ether and USDC. This system protects traders from price fluctuations by instantly converting digital currencies into traditional currency. Also, the advantage is that there are no fees or additional payments for clients.

It was not mentioned when this system will become possible in Europe, and according to statements from Maranello, most dealers have already adopted or are in the process of adopting the new system. Of course, Ferrari will not limit this payment option only to Europe and America, because soon customers in other markets will also be able to use it.

Source: Ferrari

Tuning

Ferrari 296 GTS with better aerodynamics and more power

After last year’s coupe 296 GTB, another Ferrari model underwent the treatment of the German tuner Novitec. Like all the previous ones, this Ferrari 296 GTS got carbon components and more power.

Novitec equipped the 296 GTS with carbon components such as the front lip spoiler, side skirts, side mirror housings, side intake details, diffuser and ducktail spoiler. The car has a hydraulic system that raises the front axle up to 40 mm, and a set of sports springs is installed that lowers the car by 35 mm. There are also 21″ front and 22″ rear Novitec NF 10 alloy wheels with five delicate twin spokes by Vossen, available in 72 colors with a brushed or polished finish, wrapped in 255/30 ZR front and 335/25 ZR rear tires.

Buyers can order exhaust systems with actively controlled butterfly valves integrated into the exhaust system, 100-cell sports catalytic converters that increase engine power by 38 hp (28 kW). Exhaust pipes are available with carbon coating or gold plating, and depending on the configuration, a stainless steel and Inconel exhaust system is also available and offers better thermal insulation.

Novitec also offers interior modifications, which include new leather and Alcantara upholstery in the color of your choice. Novitec offers cockpit refinement using the finest leather and Alcantara in an almost endless variety of colors, for all Ferrari models to express maximum individuality.

When it comes to the powertrain, the 296 GTS is still powered by a 3.0-L V6 twin-turbo engine combined with an MGU-K electric motor for a total output of 868 hp (638 kW). As a reminder, the standard 296 GTS has 819 hp (610 kW).

Source: Novitec

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Ferrari 296 GTS with better aerodynamic and more power
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Ferrari is dropping navigation from its cars

Ferrari is a brand of expensive sports cars that have always been equipped with exclusive technology, but with the passage of time and the development of technologies, some solutions become unnecessary. Thus, the Italian manufacturer informed all potential future customers that they will not be able to get navigation in their cars. Not even with an extra charge.

The reason for this decision is the ever-improving navigation apps that offer more data and regular updates. Really, when was the last time you used your car navigation instead of your mobile phone?

“We did it because we think the phone and the fantastic phone mirroring is the simplest option and the most up-to-date system. Our cars are not used every day and we don’t want our customers to find out every time they drive their Ferrari what kind of system they have to use. They have a phone, they have their Apple and Google Maps or whatever,” said Ferrari marketing chief Emanuele Carando.

Source: Ferrari