The new Ferrari 12Cilindri presented a few weeks ago still has it but on the next models the satellite navigation function it could disappear permanently.
He reveals it Driveexplaining that the Prancing Horse brand now claims this function it would no longer be necessary due to advances in screen mirroring technology.
Emanuele Carando, Ferrari’s product marketing manager, made it known that customers prefer it Apple or Google Maps: “We did it because we think that the smartphone, and its fantastic mirroring, are the most user-friendly option as well as the most updated system. Our cars are not used daily and we don’t want our customers to learn every time they drive their Ferrari what type of system they need to use”.
An undoubtedly acceptable choice which, among other things, goes perfectly with a recent survey according to which motorists are using touchscreens less and less in favor of voice commands, precisely because of the complexity of some infotainment systems.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto have been made compatible with the “on-board computer” of Ferrari only recently, as until recently the owners had to shell out some good money if they wanted to use the two apps mentioned above on their Marandello racing car.
It was in fact an optional feature that cost a lot, but fortunately the company decided to eliminate it. But how will they take this news the “old” Ferrari owners? Will they turn up their noses at the farewell of the navigation system or will they understand the current times?
It must be said that the latest versions Apple Maps and Google Maps, they are so simple to use to the point that even those who are not very accustomed to these systems will undoubtedly find them very intuitive. Second DriveHowever, it cannot be ruled out that Ferrari could give in to Apple maps an exclusive look as brands can customize the interface to their liking. We’ll see what happens.
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