[Autohome News] Recently, according to overseas media reports, the design patent of the Ferrari 250 GTO has expired due to a long period of non-use. At the same time, a design company called Ares Design from Modena is about to launch a replica of the 250 GTO model. According to the relevant regulations of the European Union Intellectual Property Office, the protection period for a registered identical design is 5 years from the filing date and can be extended. However, if it cannot be "genuinely used" in an EU member state for five consecutive years, the protection will be terminated. protection of this patent. Ferrari has not used the Ferrari GTO design on any new car since the 1960s, so the patent protection has expired. In the early 1960s, Ferrari launched the Ferrari 250 GTO sports car, of which only 39 were produced. (36 Type 1 bodies were produced between 1962 and 1963, and 3 Type 2 bodies were produced in 1964. Later, 4 Type 1 body versions were replaced with Type 2 bodies, so the total production of 250? GTO was 39.) It has won It has participated in many international events and was known as one of the most successful racing brands of that era. The Ferrari 250 GTO sports car has become one of the most desired models for collectors around the world with its gorgeous appearance and excellent performance. In 2008, Ferrari renewed the trademark for the 250? GTO to prevent the model's design from being imitated by other businesses in the future. At present, although Ferrari has lost the design patent for the 250? GTO model, the 250? GTO design patent on toy cars and car models is still valid. In addition, Ares Design will create a new version of the 250 GTO based on the 812 Superfast. More information about this replica model has not yet been announced. However, reports say that the replica version of the new 250 GTO will have a more modern styling and unique interior design. It is unclear whether Ferrari will appeal the decision. As of press time, Ferrari and Ares Design have not yet responded to this matter. (Source: motor1; Compiled/Autohome? Li Na)