Ferrari SpA

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Ferrari SpA is an Italian luxury sports car manufacturer founded by Enzo Ferrari. Originally established as Auto Avio Costruzioni (AAC) in 1939 after Ferrari's split with Alfa Romeo, the company began building cars under the Ferrari name in 1947. The first Ferrari car, the 125 S, featured a V-12 engine, a signature of the brand. Ferrari quickly gained a reputation for speed and quality, dominating motorsport, particularly Formula One and sports car racing, throughout the mid-20th century. Despite personal tragedies and a complex relationship with Alfa Romeo, Enzo Ferrari built the company into a global luxury brand. In 1969, Fiat SpA acquired a majority share, though Ferrari retained control of the racing team until his death in 1988.1

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