Ferrari is working on a programme to fit hybrid technology to its next generation of supercars.

As previewed by the FXX Millechili concept, Ferrari has developed an electrical-assistance system using brake energy regeneration. This captures energy otherwise lost under deceleration, stores it, and then uses it to give the engine extra boost; it's not a full hybrid system allowing for electric-only propulsion.



It works off the sequential-shift gearbox's flywheel, and is a compact, lightweight system which would not compromise the car's handling or performance. Such a system will also feature in Ferrari's F1 cars.

Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo told a German newspaper this week that a production car using this technology could be ready by 2015, and stressed that the car would still be 'fundamentally a Ferrari'. The company needs to introduce such technology to meet its target reduction in carbon dioxide emissions, in line with forthcoming European legislation; it is also said to be working on a series of turbocharged V6 engines to ultimately replace its thirstier, heavier V8s.

Kool. Ferrari boys are always ahead of the game. Big money leads to big research and development. Ferrari always has plenty of cashish!

I think it will be a smart move. Really excited to see how the technology will blend with a sporting package. Cannot wait.

Yeah, that's cool.. and yes I think it's a smart move too.

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