Pope Leo XIV had the opportunity to closely inspect the first fully electric Ferrari during a special presentation at Castel Gandolfo, near Rome, Italy, on 26 May. The pontiff was invited to sit in the driver's seat of the newly unveiled Ferrari Luce, a landmark model for the iconic Italian brand.
Ferrari Executives Present the Luce
John Elkann, chairman of Ferrari, accompanied by other company executives and technical staff, presented Pope Leo with a Ferrari steering wheel as a commemorative gift during the meeting. The event highlighted the automaker's commitment to innovation and sustainability.
Test Driver Explains Controls
Ferrari test driver Raffaele de Simone knelt beside the pope, providing a detailed explanation of the vehicle's controls and driving modes. The demonstration offered the pontiff a firsthand look at the cutting-edge technology powering the Luce, Ferrari's first fully electric production car.
This meeting underscores the growing intersection of faith, tradition, and technological advancement, as the automotive industry accelerates toward an electric future.
