On April 9, 2022, in Rome, the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore fully electric, two-door sports car prototype made its debut on the streets.
For the 2022 Rome Formula E (also called the E-Prix), Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares drove the GranTurismo Folgore prototype to the electric Formula race track in the “Eternal City”.
Prior to this, Maserati announced that it would make its debut in the 9th season of the electric Formula race. The Italian automaker has just announced a new long-term partnership with ROKit Venturi Racing. ROKiT Venturi Racing had great success last season, winning two victories and reaching the podium five times.
The new GranTurismo is the first vehicle in Maserati’s history to adopt a 100% electric solution. It will be manufactured in the Mirafiori production center and is scheduled to be launched in 2023. As a symbol of the brand’s move toward electrification, it will provide the classic Maserati roar and advanced technical solutions, integrating performance and elegance while inheriting the classic trident style.
Early reports suggested that the car’s power output would be between 600 and 700 horsepower (based on official estimates, indicating it will be 50% stronger than the old ICE model), while the latest reports indicate it will be equipped with a triple electric motor layout with more than 1,200 horsepower and a 0-62 mph time of less than 3 seconds with a top speed of 186 mph.
In the face of the trend toward electrification, no one can remain indifferent. Maserati has set its sights on becoming the first Italian luxury automaker to produce 100% electric vehicles. By 2025, all Maserati models will be available in 100% electric versions. By 2030, the entire Maserati lineup will be fully electric.
🔗 Source: Maserati
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