Ferrari CEO Tesla headlines just got more interesting. Benedetto Vigna handed Tesla a perfect 10 for its Roadster debut. Speaking at a recent automotive conference, the Ferrari boss praised both the spectacle and the technology. Coming from the leader of Maranello, that carries real weight.
Ferrari CEO Tesla Praise Raises Eyebrows
Vigna’s comments went well beyond the flashy stunt. He told the audience that the automotive world still has plenty to do, and that dreaming remains essential. Still, he said very little about the Roadster itself. Tesla and SpaceX are separate companies, even though Elon Musk leads both.
Ferrari’s own risk may be even bigger. The Ferrari Luce is the brand’s first EV, and many critics say its styling does not look like a Ferrari. Vigna admitted the company would not have followed the same path without outside input.
Spectacle Versus Substance on the Track
Tesla’s Roadster demo used nitrogen thrusters borrowed from spacecraft to launch the car into the air for a few seconds. Flipping a prototype midair is a stunt anyone can manage with enough jets. The harder achievement is a credible 2028 delivery timeline for paying customers.
Two Years Until Reality Bites
Ultimately, this Ferrari CEO Tesla exchange says more about risk than rivalry. Luce is a real car, already sold out for 2026, yet its steering feel and sound remain open questions. Roadster still has two years to prove itself, and plans can change quickly.
For now, Tesla earned praise from a rival that rarely offers any. Read more at Auto News Magazine.
Marcus Vance
Senior Track & Performance Editor at Auto News Magazine. Veteran automotive journalist specializing in chassis dynamics, apex telemetry, track-day specials, and high-revving mechanical purity.
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