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In 1963, this farmer went head-to-head with Ferrari. After complaining about Ferrari's "terrible design", he was told to "stick to tractors." His response? Use farming equipment to build the world's first supercar. Here's how an insult started a $100 BILLION rivalry: In the 1960s, Ferruccio Lamborghini was a successful tractor manufacturer in Italy. Known for his mechanical genius, he owned several Ferraris but noticed issues with their clutch. Being hands-on, Ferruccio modified his Ferrari and improved it. Wanting to share his feedback, he visited Enzo Ferrari. But instead of appreciating Ferruccioās insights, Ferrari insulted him, saying he should stick to making tractors. That moment changed history. Determined to prove Ferrari wrong, Ferruccio decided to build luxury cars himself. Lamborghiniās approach was revolutionary. His tractor business taught him the importance of innovation and quality. Unlike Ferrari, who focused on racing, Lamborghini prioritized customer satisfaction and manufacturing precision. In 1963, Lamborghini launched his first car, the 350 GT. It was groundbreakingāevery component was carefully tested before assembly. Then, in 1966, Lamborghini unveiled the Miura, the worldās first modern supercar. With its mid-engine design, it redefined luxury cars. Lamborghiniās focus on continuous improvement and customer feedback made his cars stand out. Where Ferrari chased racing glory, Lamborghini created cars that redefined luxury and performance. Today, Lamborghini is an icon worth $11 billion, representing innovation, resilience, and excellence. What started as a dismissed idea became Ferrariās greatest competitionāand a lesson in turning criticism into success. Follow me for more such business case studies!
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