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Thursday, September 19, 2019

Lamborghini Sián is a hybrid supercar with 808hp

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Lamborghini is entering deeper into the world of electrification with the impressive hybrid supercar Lamborghini Sián, which was unveiled for the first time at this year's Frankfurt Motor Show. It is based on the same platform as the Aventador and has the same 6 litre V12 engine with natural suction that uses the older model of the automobile industry.

The Lamborghini Sián combines the V12 with an 48-volt 34HP electric motor built into the gearbox, which offers better responsiveness and performance. Instead of following the easy road and using the 48-volt mild-hybrid VW Group, the Lamborghini decided not to use a simple lithium-ion battery pack. In fact it developed a supercapacitor that is three times more powerful than a battery of the same weight and the system is three times lighter.

The electric motor of the hybrid supercar together with the supercapacitor weighs 34 kg and as already mentioned add to the power 34hp. So, despite its slight weight, this system offers a respectable extra power. Lamborghini Sián has a total of 808hp and the company reports that the supercar hybrid will have a 0-100 acceleration in 2.8 seconds and its final speed will exceed 350 km/h.

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Sunday Car Porn: Mini Superleggera Vision Concept and the Lamborghini 5-95 Zagato

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I know this is a bit late as almost all the websites have published this bit of news. The car, touted as BMW Mini's challenge to the Mazda MX-5 is indeed a stunner. It brings back a look from an era that has long gone - the 1960s. Small roadsters as well as gorgeous looking coupes existed back then. Think Lotus Elan, Aston Martin DB5 (which is by Touring Superleggera and you can see the similarity in its DNA too) and the Jaguar E-type to name a few. Super glamorous. And if Mini does make it its flagship model, it could possibly be the most gorgeous small roadster/coupe on sale which you can buy.

Let's hope it gets into production soon. I would be quite affordable in expensive car Malaysia. I do think the region of RM300,000 is 'affordable' these days as if you paid attention, you would see tons of cars costing this amount in and around the Klang Valley.

And meanwhile, Zagato has brushed its magic on the earlier Gallardo by coming up with the Lamborghini 5-95 Zagato. Based on the LP570-4, the Gallardo gets new clothes from Zagato. With Zagato's trademark double bubble roof and the familiar hunched proportions it breathes new life to the recently replaced Gallardo. No, it is not for the normal Lamborghini customer. It is for those who want something different, something coachbuilt. It is opinion dividing of course, being a Zagato.

And if it does go into limited production, a few LP570-4s are going to be 'victims' or donors. You tell me.

Lamborghini launches the Gallardo replacement - Lamborghini Huracan

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Lamborghini has made it official. The Gallardo replacement is the Huracán. It is named after another fighting bull, this time some fighting bull called Huracán who was of the Spanish Conte de la Patilla breed was known for his outstanding courage and strong sense of attack. He fought in Alicante in August 1879, showing his unrelenting character and remaining defiant and invincible, thus entering into the legend of fighting bulls’ history. So this Huracan is a good hundred over years over the original animal. Whatever that means.

It looks like what a small Lamborghini should look like. No surprises here as it builds on what the Gallardo looked like and added some of the latest Lamborghini styling cues from the Veneno and Aventador. I believe that the design doesn't bring anything surprising, but this IS entry level Lamborghini anyway.

Anyway, what is important about the Lamborghini Huracan LP610-4 is as follows:

• Innovative technology (three driving modes - Strada, Sport and Corsa) and absolute performance redefine the super sports car experience
• Pure and powerfully dynamic design language
• New stratified direct injectioned V10 engine with 610 hp, 7 speed DSG, all-wheel drive, acceleration from 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds, top speed of over 325 km/h, and a 1422kg weight;
• From January 2014: private preview events for qualified prospect and the official debut at Geneva Motorshow 2014

PRESS RELEASE
Sant’Agata Bolognese, 20.12.2013 – A new era is beginning for Automobili Lamborghini and the luxury super sports car segment: with the brand new Huracán Lamborghini is not only presenting the successor to the iconic Gallardo, but is also redefining the benchmark for luxury super sports cars in this segment. With its pure and unique design, an innovative technology package, outstanding dynamics and excellent quality, the Huracán offers a super sports car experience on a whole new level. The Huracán combines absolute performance with easy-to-drive road behavior and both luxurious and sport-oriented finish. With the Huracán, Lamborghini is taking a big step into the future, and enhancing the brand’s illustrious history with the next automotive legend.

Starting from January 2014 the Huracán will be the protagonist of over 130 private preview events in more than 60 cities throughout the world.
The Lamborghini Huracán will make its world public debut at the Geneva Motorshow 2014.

Name
With a total volume of 14,022 cars produced, the Lamborghini Gallardo has been the most successful Lamborghini ever and, in its ten-year lifecycle, lifted the Lamborghini marque to a whole new level. Its successor, the new Huracán, has been developed from scratch down to the very last detail and, like the Gallardo and most other Lamborghini models, derives its name from the world of bullfighting. The fighting bull Huracán of the Spanish Conte de la Patilla breed was known for his outstanding courage and strong sense of attack. He fought in Alicante in August 1879, showing his unrelenting character and remaining defiant and invincible, thus entering into the legend of fighting bulls’ history.

Design
The new Huracán revolutionizes the design language of the Gallardo and is pure in its lines: precise technology and top level craftsmanship meet an audacious design with sharp edges, monolithic and sculptured volumes and precise surfaces. The starting point is the silhouette of the Huracán, born out of the desire of creating an automobile, whose profile is defined by only one line that merges the front with the cockpit and the rear of the car. The lateral windows come together to create a hexagonal form inserted like a glass jewel in the car’s profile.
Also by night is the Huracán unmistakably a Lamborghini. Not only are the main headlamps equipped with full LED illumination, but all other light functions also feature state-of-the-art LED technology as a standard feature for the first time in the segment.

Interior
The interior is dominated by an innovative cockpit. A 12.3 inch full-color TFT instrument panel delivers all car information to the driver, from rev counter to navigation maps and infotainment functions, and can be configured by the driver in different setups. Fine Nappa leather and Alcantara distinguish the interior, with several color combinations offered to ensure broad individualization options. The design of dashboard and central tunnel underline a new lightness in the interior. Superb craftsmanship guarantees the highest quality and sense of luxury throughout.

Chassis and powertrain
Systematic lightweight design and Automobili Lamborghini’s extensive expertise in carbon fiber come together in the Huracán’s new hybrid chassis – an integrated structure of carbon and aluminum elements. With a dry weight of 1,422 kg it enables not only the excellent power-to-weight ratio of just 2.33 kilograms per horse power, but also guarantees race-car precision with outstanding stiffness.
The new 5.2 liter V10 engine delivers a maximum power of 448 kW / 610 HP at 8,250 rpm and a maximum torque of 560 Nm at 6.500 rpm. In the new “Iniezione Diretta Stratificata” (IDS), direct and indirect gasoline injections are smartly combined. This results in more power and torque with lower fuel consumption and emissions compared with the Gallardo V10 engine. The top speed of over 325 km/h and the acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds and to 200 km/h in 9.9 seconds only partially describe the dynamic experience at the wheel of the Huracán. Also thanks to the Stop & Start technology, the combined EU consumption figure has been further reduced to 12.5 liters per 100 km (290 g/km CO2 emissions). The engine complies with EU6 emissions regulation.

Driving dynamics
The power of the V10 engine is brought to the road via the new 7-speed dual-clutch transmission “Lamborghini Doppia Frizione” (LDF) and fully electronically controlled four-wheel drive system. The different driving modes of the Huracán can be selected via a driving dynamics selector switch in the steering wheel – from traction-oriented on the road to extreme performance on the race track, with three setups of the dynamics system: STRADA, SPORT and CORSA. The different modes ensure extensive modification in road behavior of the Huracán. In particular they influence the set-ups of several systems, such as the gearbox and engine behavior, the sound, the four-wheel-drive system and electronic stability control. The Huracán’s carbon-ceramic brakes are a standard feature for consistently superb braking performance. The “Lamborghini Dynamic Steering” variable steering ratio system and magneto-rheologic suspension damper control are both available as options for further customization of the Huracán’s dynamic behavior. They are also calibrated via the three different dynamic set-ups.

The Huracán is produced at the Automobili Lamborghini headquarters in Sant’Agata Bolognese on an entirely newly-equipped production line. Delivery to the first customers is planned for spring 2014.

Three Lamborghini Supercars collide and burn in Malaysia. There is a lesson here to learn you know.

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Admin 7:46 AM 0

This morning saw three Singaporean registered Lamborghini supercars bite the dust on the North-South Highway here in Malaysia. According to reports all drivers and passengers were unhurt with the exception of their wallets and egos. The drivers of these cars will be forever known to their friends, families, enemies and acquaintances as the Three Stooges who crashed their expensive cars into one another. And Singapore is a small island, word would get around. An ultimate ego-buster right?

According to reports the first car lost control, hit the road divider and the two other Lamborghinis collided into it. Something like a Keystone cops chase scene except this was basically done by people who somehow forgot that driving too closely at higher than normal speeds could do this to them. So if you happen to drive or own superfast cars, do drive safely, smartly and carefully.

And that's all I have to say about it.

photo: thestar.com.my

Two Final Cars - The Lamborghini Gallardo and the Mini Mk2

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Recently Lamborghini produced its final Lamborghini Gallardo. The car, a Rosso Mars coloured Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Spyder Performante rolled off the production line ending the production for this Italian supercar. The Gallardo was first introduced in 2003 and it has been ten years in production with a total production figure of over 14,000 units of the car in various guises.

BMW Mini also produced its final Mini Mk2 recently too. Over one million units of the Mk2 Mini in various guises between 2006 and 2013. That is a whole lot of Minis produced at its Oxford plant in the UK.

Lamborghini has not officially launched the Gallardo replacement as yet but Mini has begun production of the Mk3 Mini and that car will be on sale by Spring 2014.

Notice the differences in production figures. One is a car that you can buy for as low as RM150,000 (brand new Mini One) and the other is a supercar which prices start at RM1.8million. Both prices after tax here in Malaysia (let's not count those grey imports here). The Gallardo had a ten year lifespan and the Mini a very Germanic seven year production life span. Of course Lamborghini is owned by Audi but it is a low volume producer and change does not come easy for them.

Oh. Do note the difference in clothing too.

Lamborghini Veneno Roadster

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This was recently unveiled by Lamborghini - the Lamborghini Veneno Roadster. It is basically the roofless version of the Lamborghini Veneno. Limited to nine units, the Veneno Roadster will cost 3.3 million Euros excluding taxes. Lucky they limited it to nine units as what you're really getting is a very tarted up Lamborghini Aventador chassis with new panels designed by someone from HotWheels or a ten year old kid, or a collaboration of both. But, it looks bloody stunning from certain angles. And bloody grotesque from others too. I also think that it is nicer looking than the original Veneno but still opinion dividing.

Which is why I've decided to do a short write-up on it in here. Of course, all nine are most probably sold out even as the official press release was issued on the 19th of October 2013. Carbon fibre everywhere. Over the top styling. V12 engined, 2.9seconds to 100km/h. 221 miles per hour.

Official Press Release of the Lamborghini Veneno Roadster.

As a further highlight of its 50th anniversary year, Automobili Lamborghini is presenting one of the most exceptional super sports cars of all time. The Lamborghini Veneno Roadster is an open racing prototype with an extreme design and breathtaking performance. And it is one of the world’s most exclusive automobiles – not more than nine units will be built during the course of 2014 and sold at a price of 3.3 million Euros (excl. tax).

The Veneno Roadster is extreme and guarantees an intense driving experience – because open means truly open. There is no roof, just a strong rollover bar for optimum safety. The design is focused on optimum aerodynamics and stability through fast corners – with handling akin to that of a racing prototype. Yet it is fully road legal.

With a maximum output of 552 kW / 750 hp, the Veneno Roadster accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.9 seconds and top speed stands at 355 km/h. The Lamborghini Veneno Roadster is driven by a twelve-cylinder engine with a displacement of 6.5 liters and is equipped with the extremely fast-shifting ISR transmission with five modes, permanent all-wheel drive and a racing chassis with pushrod suspension and horizontal spring/damper units.

The Lamborghini Veneno Roadster brings the aerodynamic efficiency of a racing prototype to the road. Every detail of its form pursues a clear function – exceptional dynamics, optimum downforce with minimal drag and perfect cooling of the high-performance engine. Therfore the Veneno Roadster is unmistakably a Lamborghini; it sticks firmly to the consistent design philosophy of all the super sports cars from Sant’Agata Bolognese. That includes the extreme proportions, as well as the powerfully arrow-shaped front end and the interplay between razor-sharp lines and precise surfaces.

The entire design of the Lamborghini Veneno Roadster has been laid out for perfect airflow and downforce. The front end works as a large aerodynamic wing. The visual division of the rear fenders from the car body is a reference to the world of racing cars and optimizes the aerodynamic flow. The smooth underbody transitions into a substantial diffuser framing the four sizable exhaust pipes divided by a splitter. Large openings serve to ventilate the engine bay and direct airflow to the rear wing. The design of the adjustable rear wing is the product of motorsport experience and extensive aerodynamic simulation to ensure optimum airflow in the interaction of the rear wing with the rear diffuser.

The design of the exclusive alloy wheels is also determined by aerodynamic functionality – a carbon-fiber ring around the wheel rim works like a turbine to deliver additional cooling air to the carbon-ceramic brake discs. The intense paint color “Rosso Veneno” was developed exclusively for the Veneno Roadster, although each single customer will be able to individualize his own vehicle to suit his personal preferences.

The Veneno Roadster is further proof of Automobili Lamborghini’s unique competence in CFRP-based lightweight design. A monocoque made from carbon-fiber reinforced polymer forms the basis of the Roadster. All exterior parts are made from CFRP. The Veneno Roadster meets all safety and registration requirements worldwide, and naturally also incorporates a full complement of safety systems from airbags through to the adapted ESP handling system.

Carbon fiber dominates also the interior of the Veneno Roadster. The carbon fiber monocoque is visible inside the car around the central tunnel and the sills. The two lightweight bucket seats are made from Lamborghini’s patented Forged Composite. The woven carbon-fiber CarbonSkin is used to clad the entire cockpit, part of the seats and the headliner. Like a hi-tech fabric, this extremely fine-looking carbon-fiber matting fits perfectly to any form and reduces the weight of the vehicle.

The systematic, carbon-fiber, lightweight design of the Veneno Roadster is not only visible, it is also evident on the scales: with a dry weight of just 1,490 kilograms (3,278 pounds), the Veneno Roadster benefits from a power-to-weight ratio of just 1.99 kg/hp (4.38 lbs/hp) which guarantees a performance that is nothing short of mind-blowing. Even the stunning acceleration figure of 2.9 seconds cannot adequately describe it. Despite an aerodynamic setup configured for extreme downforce, the Veneno Roadster possesses exceptionally low wind resistance which allows it to reach a top speed of 355 km/h (221 mph).

Can't afford to go to Italy and visit the Lamborghini Museum? Use Google Maps instead

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Can't afford to go to the Lamborghini Museum in Sant’Agata Bolognese, Italy? Well, you can now view it on Google Maps. The virtual tour of Lamborghini’s museum is available on PC, tablet and mobile via Browser and the Google Map App. The App software is supported by both iOS and Android operating systems.

PRESS RELEASE: 09/10/2013 Automobili Lamborghini launches exclusive museum indoor view on Google Maps

Automobili Lamborghini has become the first Italian company in the luxury automotive industry to launch an indoor view of its exclusive museum. This innovative feature derived from Google’s street view technology allows visitors to navigate through the two-story structure located in Sant’Agata Bolognese and explore the exotic collection of classic and modern super sports cars.

Thanks to this advanced technology, web users from across the globe can now experience a 360° panoramic view of Lamborghini’s select assortment of iconic supercars which have been a symbol of Made in Italy since 1963. Spread across two floors covering 1.500 square meters, the museum’s collection includes a selection of world famed production series such as the Miura, Countach, Diablo and Murciélago accompanied by extraordinary prototypes, limited editions, one-off models, racing cars and marine engines. Unique scale models of original styling taken from Lamborghini’s Centro Stile can also be found on display along with some of the legendary V12 powertrains.

The virtual experience includes a distinct feature which allows visitors to access an interior view of a select few models and offers the rare opportunity to see the Reventòn -limited series of only 20 units- Estoque and Sesto Elemento which are exclusive to Lamborghini’s museum.

The virtual tour of Lamborghini’s museum is available on PC, tablet and mobile via Browser and the Google Map App. The App software is supported by both iOS and Android operating systems.

To experience a virtual tour of Lamborghini’s museum, please click

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For more information on visiting Lamborghini’s museum and for the chance to witness firsthand the birth place of Lamborghini’s current model line-up, please visit
http://www.lamborghini.com/en/museum/overview/

Lamborghini Aventador J pictures - Hot from Lamborghini's press people

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Admin 8:03 PM 0

The ultimate toy and new wall poster for 12 year old kids everywhere. This is my opinion of the new Lamborghini Aventador J concept car. It has no roof, no windscreen. If you want to hit 300km/h in this 1,575kg 700hp roofless supercar you will need a helmet or spectacles that will not lift off that those speeds. While road legal, it cannot be drive to the office (if you don't own the office building), or the market or any place that anyone can basically steal it. It is so single minded in its pursuit of ultimate performance that it is basically a toy and nothing more. Lots of Arabs and Russian gangsters are going to love it if and when Lamborghini makes it.

The only other thing that I can say is that the 'J' in Aventador J stands for something called Appendix J from the FIA's rules and regulations pertaining to motorsports. Appendix J defines technical specifications of each class of vehicles (GT, GT3, WRC, F1 etc.). The ironic thing is that I don't see what has that got to do with the Aventador J unless it falls under one of those categories. Then it should be called the Aventador J Sub-section 1(a)(iii) revision XI. If there is such a category.

Much better. But enjoy the pics anyway.