Ferrari 12Cilindri MM might get Koenigsegg-like shift-by-wire handbook gearbox
Ferrari is prone to unveil a limited-edition 12Cilindri, that includes a handbook transmission, in a number of weeks. In response to the newest rumours, it gained’t be a handbook within the conventional sense, which is a little bit of a bummer.
As a substitute of an old-school H-pattern handbook, the Ferrari 12Cilindri MM may very well be supplied with a Koenigsegg-style shift-by-wire transmission. Referred to as the Interact Shift System (ESS), this unit is actually a 9-speed computerized, which will be operated like a 6-speed handbook with a clutch pedal.
Ferrari has reportedly opted for the same system that electronically simulates a handbook gearbox for a extra participating driving expertise.
Unconfirmed reviews recommend that Ferrari plans to construct round 500 examples of the 12Cilindri MM, and securing a slot gained’t be simple except you commit to buying considered one of their different fashions.
There’s a good hotter model of the 12Cilindri on the horizon. Dubbed the ‘GTO’, it’s anticipated to be a lighter and sharper model of the front-engined V12 grand tourer.
