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# Retractable-Roof Sports Cars
Ferrari Has Recently Unveiled the 2020 F8 Spider with 710 Horsepower

By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-09-11 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2020-f8-spider
References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/9/2020-ferrari-f8-spider-unveil) & [ferrari](https://www.ferrari.com/)

[Ferrari](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ferrari-purosangue) has recently revealed its new 2020 F8 Spider. The new design builds on the previous version of the [F8 Tributo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sf48-unica), which was unveiled a number of months ago. However one major differences is that the 2020 F8 Spider has a retractable hardtop, flip over, roof. Ferrari has not yet revealed the price point of the car or a release date.

The car is powered by a 3.9-liter V8, that is able to produce 710 horsepower and 598 pound-feet of torque. The 2020 F8 Spider also has a [7-speed dual-clutch transmission](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venom-f5m). The car is able to accelerate to a speed of 62 mph, 2.9 seconds, and has a top speed of 211 mph.

Image Credit: Ferrari

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.8/10
- Popularity: 51% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Retractable-roof Sports Cars:** Opportunity for car manufacturers to incorporate retractable roofs in their designs, providing a unique selling point to customers.
- **High-performance Convertibles:** Market demand for powerful convertible cars that offer both speed and open-top driving experiences, presenting an opportunity for automakers to meet this growing consumer need.
- **Advanced Automotive Technology:** Development of cutting-edge features and technologies in sports cars, such as the 2020 F8 Spider's 3.9-liter V8 engine, creating opportunities for innovation in the automotive industry.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Automotive:** Car manufacturers can explore the production of retractable-roof sports cars to cater to customer preferences and stand out in the competitive automotive market.
- **Luxury Goods:** Incorporating retractable roofs in high-end convertibles can attract luxury car enthusiasts and create opportunities for growth in the luxury goods industry.
- **Technology:** Advancements in automotive technology, such as powerful engines and transmission systems, spur innovation and drive growth in the technology sector.

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