Lamborghini Reveals New Hybrid V-8 for Unnamed Huracán Successor | Car and Driver
Lamborghini is gearing up to unleash its latest creation, the successor to the Huracán, and it’s set to revolutionize the supercar scene. Bid farewell to the iconic V-10 engine; in its place, a powerhouse of a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine paired with a trio of electric motors. Codenamed the Lamborghini 634, this beast boasts a clean-sheet design, promising even more jaw-dropping performance than its predecessor.
Prepare to be floored by the numbers. The new V-8 engine screams with a redline of a mind-boggling 10,000 rpm, a significant jump from the Huracán’s 8500 rpm. With 739 horsepower and 538 pound-feet of torque, this machine is not playing around. And let’s not forget the electrifying twist – with two electric motors likely mounted on the front axle, torque vectoring becomes an art form, both under power and regenerative braking. The third motor between the V-8 and the eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission ensures seamless power delivery.
But what about the name? While rumors swirl around “Temerario,” Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann hints at a name inspired by the prowess of a fighting bull, keeping in line with Lamborghini’s tradition of drawing inspiration from the world of bullfighting. As anticipation builds, this upcoming release marks another stride in Lamborghini’s journey into the electric era, joining the ranks of the Revuelto and the plug-in-hybrid Urus SE………..[read more]
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How might Lamborghini’s shift towards plug-in-hybrid technology impact its relationship with consumers and investors, considering the evolving landscape of sustainability and performance in the automotive industry?
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