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What is Ferrari known for?
What is Ferrari known for?
- Luxury watches
- Yachts
- Private jets
- Sports cars (correct)
When was Ferrari founded?
When was Ferrari founded?
- 1929
- 1939 (correct)
- 1947
- 1969
Who acquired 50% of Ferrari in 1969?
Who acquired 50% of Ferrari in 1969?
- Alfa Romeo
- Fiat S.p.A (correct)
- Ferrari N.V.
- Scuderia Ferrari
When did the separation of Ferrari from FCA begin?
When did the separation of Ferrari from FCA begin?
What was the first Ferrari-badged car?
What was the first Ferrari-badged car?
Where is Ferrari based?
Where is Ferrari based?
How many constructors' championships has Ferrari won in Formula One?
How many constructors' championships has Ferrari won in Formula One?
Flashcards
What is Ferrari known for?
What is Ferrari known for?
Ferrari is renowned for its high-performance sports cars, synonymous with luxury and racing heritage.
When was Ferrari founded?
When was Ferrari founded?
Ferrari was founded in 1939 by Enzo Ferrari, initially as Auto Avio Costruzioni, before being renamed Ferrari.
Who acquired 50% of Ferrari in 1969?
Who acquired 50% of Ferrari in 1969?
In 1969, Fiat S.p.A. (now Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) acquired 50% ownership of Ferrari, marking a significant financial and strategic partnership.
When did Ferrari split from FCA?
When did Ferrari split from FCA?
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First Ferrari-badged car?
First Ferrari-badged car?
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Where is Ferrari based?
Where is Ferrari based?
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How many F1 Constructor titles?
How many F1 Constructor titles?
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Study Notes
- Ferrari is an Italian luxury sports car manufacturer based in Maranello, Italy.
- Founded by Enzo Ferrari in 1939 from the Alfa Romeo racing division as Auto Avio Costruzioni.
- Fiat S.p.A. acquired 50% of Ferrari in 1969 and expanded its stake to 90% in 1988.
- In October 2014, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) announced its intentions to separate Ferrari S.p.A. from FCA.
- The separation began in October 2015 with a restructuring that established Ferrari N.V. as the new holding company of the Ferrari S.p.A. group.
- Ferrari road cars are generally seen as a symbol of speed, luxury and wealth.
- Ferrari is the oldest and most successful racing team in Formula One, holding the most constructors' championships (16) and having produced the highest number of drivers' championship wins (15).
- Enzo Ferrari formed Scuderia Ferrari in 1929, with headquarters in Modena.
- In 1939, Ferrari left Alfa Romeo under the provision he would not use the Ferrari name in association with races or racing cars for at least four years.
- The first Ferrari-badged car was the 1947 125 S, powered by a 1.5 L V12 engine.
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