Quick Highlights:Ferrari electric cars will coexist with combustion and hybrid models, not replace them.CEO Benedetto Vigna emphasizes driving emotion over regulation-driven timelines.Ferrari’s first full electric car is confirmed for 2026 with sub-two-tonne weight.Carbon-neutral fuels and EVs will jointly shape Ferrari’s long-term sustainability strategy.IntroductionFerrari electric cars will enter the brand’s lineup without compromising its legendary combustion engines or hybrid powertrains, according to chief executive Benedetto Vigna. Speaking at IIT Bombay’s E-Summit 2025, Vigna said Ferrari’s approach to electrification is rooted in preserving driving emotion and offering customers freedom of choice, rather than following a single technology path dictated by regulation.As global automakers accelerate towards electric mobility, Ferrari electric cars are being positioned as an addition to the portfolio, not a replacement. The Italian luxury sports carmaker plans to continue running multiple powertrain strategies in parallel, ensuring its racing DNA and emotional driving experience remain intact.Ferrari Electric Cars as Part of a Multi-Path StrategyFerrari electric cars will sit alongside internal combustion engine (ICE) models and hybrids, reinforcing the company’s belief that one size does not fit all. Benedetto Vigna made it clear that Ferrari is not pursuing a full electric transition.“Today we are adding to our portfolio of cars, that is combustion and hybrid, we are adding the electric cars. We are not transitioning only to electric cars,” he said.This philosophy sets Ferrari apart from several luxury rivals committing to all-electric futures. Instead, Ferrari electric cars will expand customer choice, allowing buyers to select the powertrain that best matches their expectations of performance, sound and engagement.Vigna emphasized that Ferrari electrification is not new. The company began its journey into electrified performance over 16 years ago with hybrid technology, long before EV adoption gained global momentum.Emotion-Driven Innovation at FerrariAt the heart of Ferrari electric cars is what Vigna described as emotion-driven innovation . He outlined three approaches to innovation: pushing technology to market, responding to demand, or starting with human emotion. Ferrari, he said, prioritizes the third.“What we are doing at Ferrari is the most important one. We need to start from human beings, understand their needs, and address them in the right way,” Vigna said.This mindset influences how Ferrari electric cars are engineered, designed and positioned. Rather than chasing battery size or range figures, Ferrari is focused on recreating the emotional engagement traditionally associated with its V12 and V8 engines.Ferrari 812 (Not Electric)Preserving Driving Engagement in Ferrari Electric CarsOne of the biggest challenges facing Ferrari electric cars is maintaining driving involvement. Vigna acknowledged two major pain points with current electric vehicles: weight and lack of engagement.“There are two things that people don't like when they drive electric cars. One is the weight. The second is the lack of engagement,” he said.Ferrari’s response includes:Weight control : Ferrari electric cars will weigh under two tonnes, significantly lighter than many performance EVsActive systems : Advanced chassis and dynamics systems will help mask mass during spirited drivingTorque shift engagement : A patented system designed to replicate the rhythm and interaction of gear changes“Usually electric cars are like elephants. But our electric car will be like a prancing horse,” Vigna said, reinforcing Ferrari’s brand identity even in an electric era.The torque shift engagement system aims to solve the linear power delivery common in EVs. By introducing controlled variations in torque, Ferrari electric cars are intended to feel familiar to drivers accustomed to combustion models.“When you drive a thermal Ferrari, when you drive an electric Ferrari, the way you drive it, the way you are engaged is the same,” Vigna said.Ferrari Electric Cars and Hybrid LineupFerrari already sells high-performance hybrid models such as the SF90 Stradale and the 296 GTB and GTS. These cars serve as a technological bridge between traditional engines and Ferrari electric cars.The company has confirmed that its first full battery-electric Ferrari will debut in 2026 , adding a new dimension to its tightly controlled global lineup. While specifications remain under wraps, Ferrari has filed several patents and collaborated with universities to develop its EV technology.Ferrari’s future portfolio will include:Six-, eight- and twelve-cylinder ICE modelsHybrid performance carsFully electric Ferrari models“It will be the client selecting. It is important to leave the freedom of choice to the client,” Vigna said.Sustainability Beyond Electric CarsVigna also challenged the idea that Ferrari electric cars are the only path to sustainability. He highlighted the role of carbon-neutral fuels, including biofuels and e-fuels, in extending the relevance of combustion engines.“I like to call biofuel and e-fuel carbon-neutral fuel,” he said, while acknowledging current cost challenges.According to Vigna, innovation could eventually reduce prices, making these fuels viable for low-volume, high-performance cars like Ferraris. He believes electric powertrains and carbon-neutral fuels will coexist, each serving different customer needs and use cases.“They are two ways to power different kinds of Ferrari in the future,” he said.India and the Global EV LandscapeVigna’s comments come as India’s electric passenger vehicle market continues to expand from a small base. EV sales have crossed 160,000 units in 2025 so far, accounting for roughly 4–5 percent of total passenger vehicle volumes. Growth has been led by Tata Motors, JSW MG Motor and Mahindra.Despite this momentum, luxury EV adoption remains niche, constrained by charging infrastructure, pricing and consumer uncertainty. In this context, Ferrari electric cars are unlikely to chase volume, instead focusing on exclusivity, performance and brand integrity.FAQsWhen will Ferrari launch its first electric car?Ferrari has confirmed that its first full battery-electric model will debut in 2026.Will Ferrari stop making combustion engines?No. Ferrari electric cars will coexist with combustion and hybrid models, preserving customer choice.How will Ferrari electric cars maintain driving emotion?Ferrari is focusing on low weight, active dynamics systems and a patented torque shift engagement to replicate traditional driving involvement.Are carbon-neutral fuels part of Ferrari’s strategy?Yes. Ferrari views carbon-neutral fuels as a complementary solution alongside electric powertrains, especially for low-volume cars.ConclusionFerrari electric cars represent evolution rather than disruption. Under Benedetto Vigna’s leadership, Ferrari is embracing electrification without sacrificing the emotional connection that defines the brand. By running combustion, hybrid and electric technologies in parallel, Ferrari is betting on diversity, innovation and customer choice rather than a single, irreversible path.As regulations tighten and technology advances, Ferrari electric cars are set to carry forward the prancing horse legacy, proving that leadership lies not in fear of change, but in shaping it on one’s own terms.