Ferrari Luce EV Gets 3-Spoke Steering Wheel Design Approved by Enzo's Son

Piero Ferrari insisted on the retro-inspired steering wheel for the brand's first all-electric model.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Ferrari's new all-electric Luce model features a striking three-spoke steering wheel design that was directly influenced by Piero Ferrari, son of the company's founder Enzo Ferrari. Designers Jony Ive and Marc Newson worked closely with Ferrari test drivers to perfect the wheel's proportions, materials, and functionality, creating a driver-focused interface that blends vintage inspiration with modern safety and technology.

Why it matters

The Luce represents Ferrari's first foray into the all-electric vehicle market, so the steering wheel design was a critical element in maintaining the brand's iconic driving experience. Piero Ferrari's involvement in approving the three-spoke wheel underscores the importance of preserving Ferrari's heritage and design DNA, even as the company embraces new powertrain technologies.

The details

The Luce's steering wheel features a thin diameter, seamless integration of safety features, and a combination of premium leather and billet aluminum construction. Designers Ive and Newson cited their own vintage Ferrari models as inspiration, aiming to recreate the feel of classic Ferrari steering wheels while incorporating the necessary modern functionality. They worked extensively with Ferrari test driver Raffaele de Simone to perfect the wheel's proportions and performance.

  • The Ferrari Luce is set to go on sale later this year.

The players

Piero Ferrari

The son of Ferrari founder Enzo Ferrari, who was heavily involved in approving the three-spoke steering wheel design for the new Luce electric vehicle.

Jony Ive

A legendary industrial designer who worked with Ferrari on the interior design of the Luce, including the steering wheel.

Marc Newson

A co-designer with Jony Ive on the Ferrari Luce interior, who also owns several vintage Ferrari models that inspired the steering wheel design.

Raffaele de Simone

A Ferrari test driver who worked closely with Ive and Newson to optimize the steering wheel's performance and proportions.

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What they’re saying

“We also had the pleasure of working with Piero Ferrari, who is still very present in the company. He's a man of few words, but the steering wheel was something he weighed in on quite profoundly. He didn't say too much, but he was absolutely adamant that it was a three-spoke design. He made sure of it.”

— Marc Newson, Co-designer, Ferrari Luce (Road & Track)

“I'm so proud of this steering wheel. It's lovely when you're aware of historical references that there needs to be a sort of courage and a confidence to not just do some pastiche.”

— Jony Ive, Co-designer, Ferrari Luce (Road & Track)

What’s next

The Ferrari Luce is scheduled to go on sale later this year, marking the brand's first all-electric production model.

The takeaway

Ferrari's commitment to preserving its design heritage, even as it embraces new electric powertrain technologies, is exemplified by the Luce's three-spoke steering wheel. The direct involvement of Piero Ferrari in approving this retro-inspired yet thoroughly modern control interface underscores the brand's dedication to maintaining its iconic driving experience in the electric era.