Ruf started in the late seventies by enhancing the Porsche 911 Turbo. The car was already impressive but had some technical limitations. Ruf added a five speed gearbox of its own, improving performance and reliability. By 1981 Ruf was officially recognized as a car manufacturer. The peak of this rise came with the launch of the legendary CTR Yellowbird in 1987, a car that reached over 340 kilometers per hour and became a symbol of pure performance.

Ruf entered a new chapter in the early 2000s with the CTR3. This car no longer relied on a Porsche body, instead it used a tubular frame and its own rear engineering. The design still carried Porsche inspired lines but the structure was fully original. Later Ruf introduced carbon fiber monocoque chassis, combining a classic 911 look with modern lightweight engineering. This move confirmed that Ruf was not just modifying but creating.

In 2008 Ruf tested an electric sports car with a range of 350 kilometers. At that time such numbers were groundbreaking, although real driving on the German highways showed limitations. Ruf did not continue producing electric cars but proved its ability to explore the future before many of the big names. Alois Ruf still believes in combustion engines supported by synthetic fuels, keeping performance alive while aiming for sustainability.

Ruf produces only 30 to 35 cars per year, yet its influence is huge. From the record breaking Yellowbird to advanced carbon fiber builds and experiments with synthetic fuels, Ruf keeps showing that passion and precise engineering can build legends. In a world dominated by mass producers, Ruf remains a boutique brand for true enthusiasts who value originality and raw performance.