Elana Scherr: Everyone Says the New Ferrari Is Shocking. I Don't Think It's Shocking Enough

Elana Scherr’s Car and Driver column questions the hype surrounding Ferrari’s Luce interior, arguing its promised breakthroughs may not be revolutionary enough. The piece, from the May/June 2026 issue, surveys speculative concepts that circulated before the reveal. Scherr jokes about ideas ranging from a saddle to a cooktop, and even a goo‑like interior controlled by thought, and remains skeptical about interiors delivering practical, scalable benefits. When shown, the Luce cabin was described as fine and minimal, with glass surfaces, caramel leather, and distinctive toggle switches. A proposed bioelectric gel and other new materials are discussed, but the piece notes tech maturity and manufacturability are still unresolved. The column cautions against premature hype and notes the interior’s visual appeal may outpace functional, real-world usability.