For decades, the roar of a V12 has been the defining characteristic of a Ferrari. With its first-ever full-electric vehicle, the Prancing Horse is rewriting the script, trading engine noise for a new kind of clarity. The name says it all: Luce, Italian for “light” . And if the recently unveiled interior is any indication, this new model is about illuminating a path forward without leaving the brand’s soul in the dark.
Developed in a five-year collaboration with LoveFrom, the creative collective founded by design legends Sir Jony Ive and Marc Newson, the cabin of the Ferrari Luce is a masterclass in restraint and intention . It stands as a deliberate counterpoint to the touchscreen-dominated trend in modern electric vehicles.
A Single, Clean Volume
Step inside, and the first sensation is one of space and calm. Ferrari describes the cabin as a “single, clean volume,” where forms are simplified and rationalized in the service of driving . The hardware and software have been developed in tandem, creating a seamless harmony between the physical architecture and the digital interface .
This holistic approach is immediately evident in the material choices. In a bold move for a modern supercar, the interior features no carbon fiber trim. Both Ive and Newson are adamant that the material feels inappropriate when used decoratively. Instead, the cabin is a celebration of authentic materials: 100% recycled aluminum, precision-machined from solid billets and anodized to a deep, enduring finish, is used throughout . High-wear areas and control surfaces are crafted from precision-milled Corning® Gorilla® Glass, chosen for its durability, scratch resistance, and optical clarity .
The Ritual of Driving
Starting the Luce is a theatrical affair. The key itself is a work of art: a piece of Gorilla Glass featuring an “E Ink” display an automotive first . When inserted into its dock on the central console, the key performs a choreographed sequence, its display shifting from yellow to black as it integrates with the glass surface, while the instrument binnacle and control panel gradually illuminate to signal the transition from stillness to motion .
Once underway, the driver is greeted by a cockpit that prioritizes tactility. The three-spoke steering wheel is a modern reinterpretation of the classic Nardi wheels from the 1950s and 60s . Machined from 19 CNC-milled parts, it weighs 400 grams less than a standard Ferrari wheel. The controls are organized into two intuitive analogue modules on the spokes, a layout inspired by Formula One, allowing for instinctive blind operation .
A New Take on Instrumentation
Perhaps the most striking visual element is the binnacle. For the first time on a range Ferrari, the instrument cluster is mounted directly to the steering column, moving with the wheel to ensure optimal visibility regardless of driving position . It features two overlapping OLED displays from Samsung Display, with the top layer featuring strategic cutouts that reveal information from the screen behind, creating a fascinating sense of three-dimensional visual depth .
At the center of the dashboard sits the control panel, an articulating display mounted on a ball-and-socket joint. It can be oriented towards either the driver or the passenger, a feature that enhances the shared experience of the journey . Integrated into this display is a marvel of micro-engineering: the Multigraph. This unique instrument features three physical anodized aluminum hands, driven by three independent motors, gliding over a minimalist digital dial. It can switch modes to function as a clock, chronograph, compass, or a dedicated launch control stopwatch, blending horological artistry with cutting-edge automotive tech .
The Light Ahead
By rejecting the expected path of screens and plastic, the Ferrari Luce’s interior makes a powerful statement. It proves that electrification doesn’t have to mean the loss of engagement. Instead, every knob, every click of a machined-aluminum button, and every carefully considered material is designed to heighten the connection between driver and machine .
The exterior of the Ferrari Luce remains under wraps until its final reveal in Italy this May, but the interior has already illuminated a bold new direction for the house of Maranello .
