Ferrari has purchased a unit of the Ultra U7 unit, Xiaomi’s electric hypercar, with the aim of studying its technology and using it as a reference base for the development of future electrified models.
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The vehicle was sighted while leaving the Italian brand factories in Maranello and was tested on the private track of Fiorano, as part of a benchmarking process, a common practice among the car manufacturers for the technical and dynamic analysis of the competitors.
According to Chinese sources, the approach between Ferrari and Xiaomi could go beyond the simple evaluation of the SU7. Representatives of the Italian manufacturer would have visited the Xiaomi headquarters last year to discuss a possible collaboration in the development of high -performance electric motors. The initiative reports Ferrari’s interest to understand and perhaps integrate advanced solutions created by the Chinese brand.
Presented in 2024, the Xiaomi Su7 Ultra impresses with 1,548 HP, an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 2 seconds and a maximum speed greater than 320 km/h – all at a more affordable price than rivals such as the Tesla Model S Plaid and the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT.
The rapid adoption and the global impact of the model indicate a change in the axis of automotive innovation, with Chinese producers who no longer limit themselves to following the trends, but now they also influence the iconic brands of the West.
Source: InsideEVs | Photo: x @leijun | This content was created with the help of the AI and reviewed by the editorial staff
Ferrari Acquires Xiaomi SU7 Ultra for Next-Gen Electric Vehicle Development
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