Overview
- Ferrari unveiled the 12Cilindri Manuale in early July, a limited run of 1,499 cars that reintroduces a three‑pedal, gated‑shifter experience using a system called Manuale by‑wire.
- The car uses a 6.5‑litre naturally aspirated V12 that Ferrari rates at about 830 hp, with 0–100 km/h in 2.9 seconds and a top speed near 340 km/h.
- Manuale by‑wire translates inputs from a physical gear lever and clutch pedal into electronic commands for an eight‑speed dual‑clutch transmission and reproduces mechanical feelings such as resistance, jerks, and even stalling.
- Ferrari says the system can block unsafe or damaging shifts to protect the drivetrain and that the transmission can still be driven in automatic mode for everyday comfort.
- The launch follows the debut of Ferrari’s first full EV, the Luce, and signals the company’s strategy to balance electrification with combustion models while using rarity and emotional appeal to retain traditional customers.