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Ferrari Spies Challenge Stradale Camo
Ferrari's hybrid-free 296 Challenge Stradale prototype spotted in Germany with race-car aggression.
In brief
Ferrari's hybrid-free 296 Challenge Stradale prototype spotted in Germany with race-car aggression. Ferrari plans a lightweight, non-hybrid 296 Challenge Stradale for street use, targeting driving enjoyment over hybrid tech. Originally reported by Jalopnik.
Ferrari's 296 Challenge Stradale Spied
Ferrari spotted a hybrid-free 296 Challenge Stradale prototype in Germany wearing camouflage.
Race-Car Aggression for Street
The prototype features wider side skirts, square intakes, and canards for track-focused driving.
Aerodynamic Downforce Focus
Fluorescent flow-vis paint shows high-speed air flow around the car during testing.
Lightweight Street Model
Ferrari aims for a car under 3,500 pounds with 700+ horsepower for driving enjoyment.
Hybrid-Free Advantage
The 296 Challenge Stradale will be the first street car without hybrid power for the 296 series.
Street Challenge Concept
Ferrari targets driving fun over hybrid tech with a lightweight, race-inspired model.
What Happens Next
The Challenge Stradale debuts next month after testing in Germany.
The essence
Ferrari plans a lightweight, non-hybrid 296 Challenge Stradale for street use, targeting driving enjoyment over hybrid tech.
