Before we take a further look at the new Huracan Sterrato, a cross between the Super SUV Urus and the Huracan EVO, let’s take another look at the three official videos Automobili Lamborghini SpA has been posting of the last few months to get an impression on what this final V10 model is all about:

Beyond the Concrete:

Beyond the Concrete – Part 2:

Beyond the Concrete – Part 3:

So what does this tell us about the Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato? For one that it’s not another tarmac-eating supercar, this specific model is intended to extend your driving fun well beyond the paved, smooth streets onto gravel and sand, with the raised suspension the Sterrato will be able to tackle loose or dirt surfaces without too many issues, do keep in mind we’re not talking about massive ground clearance, nor a car that is capable of taking on steep inclines, there is still some serious overhang at the front and rear.

But the Huracan Sterrato is so much more than just a Huracan with a raised suspension, check out the additional, very bright LED lights on top of the front bumper, that really looks cool don’t you agree, and there is an air scoop on the engine cover, peeking above the roof, which might be necessary because it seems there is some protection for gravel and dirt in front of the air intakes behind the side windows, by adding additional cool air intakes above the roof, where the risk of stones and chips is a little less than on the side, Lamborghini solved the problem of not having enough airflow into the engine bay I guess.

There are even roof bars on top of this Huracan, if they are able to hold a lot of weight remains to be seen in the official press release, but imagine having a fold-up tent on top of this car … that might interfere with the airflow into that top-mounted air intake, but it would be amazing to take a camping trip with the Sterrato, although I do think the luggage space in this car might force you to travel light, very light indeed, and then we get to the wheel arch extensions, matt black bolted-on units that really remind me of the first LB-Works wide body, but it could also mean the track on the Sterrato is widened compared to the regular Huracan EVO, good for stability.

Personally, I think the Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato is a car for those that are seeking fun over pure driving speed, if you want a supercar to just go fast on the road, get the Huracan EVO or even the Huracan STO, but if you want a more practical supercar that doesn’t have you break a sweat each time you have to drive up a curb on onto a non-paved driveway, the Sterrato might be your best choice … if you really need the space and seating for more than two, you’ll still have to get the Urus instead, but my idea is that even on a gravel road, the Sterrato will outperform the Urus … I can’t wait to see someone putting this to the test.

Just so you can imagine what the Huracan Sterrato will look like in a different color than matt army green (I’m sure that’s not the official color name), I’ve done some renders to show you this new, final V10 NA model from Sant’Agata in different shades.

Giallo Orion:

Bianco Moncerus:

Verde Selvans:

Blu Cepheus:

Verde Citrea:

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Tim goes over a lot of the specifications and styling of this new Huracán Tecnica, so I’m not going to repeat all that here, please enjoy him talking and driving this amazing V10, which might very well be the final naturally-aspirated V10 supercar ever from Sant’Agata, on his stint to the Lamborghini Lounge in Porto Cervo:

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Put that into money and you are talking about €1.33 billion turnover in six months, a 30.6% increase over the first six months of last year, more importantly, operating profit jumped to a massive 69.6%, or €425 million (first half of 2021 had an operating profit of €251 million), this converts into an operating margin of no less than 31.9% (vs 24.6% last year), figures that could be reached thanks to more units, a very interesting mix of models, an increased level of customization through the Ad Personam Studio, and let’s not forget positive exchange rates.

Stephan Winkelmann, Chairman and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini, commented: “We have come to the end of an exceptional first half of the year, despite ongoing uncertainty caused by the geopolitical situation. The outlook is equally positive, with orders taken already covering the whole of 2023 production.”

Paolo Poma, Managing Director and CFO of Automobili Lamborghini, added: “This is a very challenging time but Lamborghini is facing it successfully thanks to a clear long-term strategy, which is bolstered by the brand’s great appeal. The results from the first half underline the positive trend and strengthen our conviction that we can end 2022 with a significant increase in results compared to the previous year.”

The spread of deliveries over the three macro-regions in which Lamborghini is officially represented is almost even, America, Asia Pacific, and EMEA (Europe, the Middle East, and Africa) account for 34%, 25%, and 41% of global volumes respectively, as usual, the United States is still their number one market with a total of 1,521 units delivered up to the end of June, the runner-up accounts for just over a third of that number, the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Macau together received 576 Bulls while third place is taken by Germany with 468 units, closely followed by United Kingdom (440) and fifth place is taken by the Middle East, still with 282 units in six months.

I’m sure it doesn’t come as a surprise that the biggest share of the 5,090 units from January 2022 to June 2022 comes from the Super SUV, the Urus, which takes up 61% of sales during that period, the remaining 39% are for the Huracán and the Aventador, with the Huracán Tecnica being unveiled recently, we will probably see an increase in V10 deliveries over the next six months, while production of the Aventador and the Aventador derived models like the Sián, Sián Roadster, and the Countach LPI 800-4 have reached the end of their production, and let’s not forget Automobili Lamborghini SpA is still planning to unveil two new Urus models and another Huracán starting this month, most likely we’ll be seeing something new during Monterey Car Week in about two weeks.

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I’m not sure Lamborghini ever built an actual unit of this orange Huracán Sterrato concept with the impressive livery and gold wheels, but things became quiet after the press release, a lot of rumors, but no official news nor any spy shots of when looked like the most unconventional Huracán V10 ever, until recently, when we saw a black Lamborghini Huracán with a raised suspension being road-tested up north, on ice and snow covered roads, and while some agencies published the spy shots of this special V10, most of the attention was drawn by an evolution of the Lamborghini Urus that was being tested at the same time, on the same roads.

The test mule did have some differences from the original concept, for one there was a large air intake on the engine cover, drawing air from a scoop raised above the roofline, while the front bumper looked exactly like the EVO unit now, still with bars on the roof, but no wheel arch extensions … but as usual that was only a test mule, and now Lamborghini finally teases us with a slightly camouflaged car of what seems to be the official Huracán Sterrato, or the off-road V10 model from Sant’Agata.

The black plastic, bolted-on wheel arch extensions are back, slightly different from the original concept ones, the air scoop on the engine cover is there, there seems to be some kind of reinforced side sills fitted, while both the front and rear bumper get protection plates for when you might hit a rock going off-road, while the two ‘pods’ on the front bumper house extra bright LED units, it seems the roof-mounted LED bar isn’t fitted on this teaser car, it might be an option, however, let’s wait and see.

What does look odd is the fact this Huracán Sterrato does come with a front bumper that really reminds me of the unit found on the old Huracán Performante, also note on the ‘shoulder’, just behind the door, there seems to be a grille fitted to rocks and small stones won’t be able to go into the air intake behind the side windows, and I do like the style of the wheels on this car, they look amazing and suit this kind of car perfectly.

Rumor has it we’ll be seeing the Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato in August 2022 during the Monterey Car Week in California, the USA, another rumor is that there will also be another Urus being unveiled at the same time … I for one am really looking forward to this, for now, check out the video below:

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Automobili Lamborghini SpA decided to put together three ‘invitation-only’ events in Europe to put their new Huracán Tecnica in front of clients, enthusiasts, and people from the press, about 750 people were allowed to get face to face with the Tecnica in either Milan, Berlin, or London, during which you could put in an order for this amazing version of the by now legendary Huracán V10, production is set to start anytime soon, probably after the Summer holiday break in August, but first deliveries are only foreseen for 2023.

And just in case just seeing the Huracán Tecnica standing still on a podium didn’t convince you about signing that order form, Lamborghini now took it one notch higher towards the end of June, when they took multiple units of this V10 to Valencia in Spain, where the car could effectively be driven, both on the open road, and on the race track, and this was a perfect opportunity to showcase the three characteristics of this latest incarnation, as an easy to drive, everyday sportscar, or secondly as a more sporty fun to drive car, and lastly as a real track-day high-performance car.

These three ‘modes’ of driving are the result of taking the best from the Huracán STO, her engine and track prowess, and putting it into a rear-wheel-drive car, complete with rear-wheel steering that also weighs about 10 kgs less, has 30 hp more, comes with improved aerodynamics with a rear downforce increase of no less than 35% and a 20% reduction in drag when compared to the original Huracán EVO RWD model. Add Direct steering and torque vectoring, a modified Performance Traction Control system, Bridgestone tires, Potenza Sport on-road and Potenza Race on track, and a specific dynamic set-up makes the Huracan Tecnica a sporty, fun-to-drive car: the new HMI adds to functions such as satnav, car-finder and status report with integrated Amazon Alexa, telemetry, onboard diary and What3Words functionality for the best of all worlds, every day.

Naturally, a dynamic debut comes with a plethora of images of the different shades Lamborghini brought to Valencia for the invitees to enjoy, so let’s enjoy our extensive image gallery below:

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The first event was held in Berlin, where clients from German-speaking countries and the Netherlands were gathered in a former factory in the Oberschöneweide district, on the banks of the river Spree, its industrial charm perfectly encapsulated the raw power of the Huracán Tecnica’s engine. The second venue was held in the London borough of Greenwich, where the Huracán Tecnica was shown in a modern setting with a perfect view of the river Thames and the glass-clad skyscrapers of Canary Wharf as a backdrop, where guests from all over Western Europe gathered in the British capital to attend the unveiling of the Tecnica.

For the final reveal the entire Lamborghini team took the Huracán Tecnica to the fashion capital of the world … Milan in Italy, where they had the V10 on display in a former industrial estate just east of the historic city center providing the scene for the presentation and added the Italian charm that is part of the fascination behind Lamborghini: a fascination that the Southern European attendees are all familiar with thanks to the Lamborghini cars they already own.

Federico Foschini, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of Automobili Lamborghini, also attended the showcase events to present the car and meet guests. “The Huracán Tecnica marks a new era in the life of the Huracán,” he explains. “Not only does it deliver the latest technological innovations by our engineers, but this is equaled in a new, fresh design. With the events in Berlin, London, and Milan, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to get to know our latest product in an authentic, intimate, and exclusive setting. Thus, they had the chance to enjoy a first impression of our latest creation. Their feedback has been nothing but enthusiastic, and the order bank for the Huracán Tecnica continues to grow rapidly.  This demonstrates how we listen to our customers and the markets as part of our product development strategy, offering the Huracán EVO’s lifestyle, the EVO RWD’s ‘fun to drive’ personality and the performance of the STO combined in the Huracán Tecnica.”

The Lamborghini Huracán Tecnica can be ordered as we speak, production will start imminently but first deliveries will not happen before early 2023, and just in case you opt for the extensive customization options of Lamborghini’s in-house Ad Personam department, delivery times can be considerably longer, but the result will be a truly bespoke, unique Lamborghini Raging Bull on your driveway, an expression of your personality in a work of art on wheels.

At the time of writing you can opt from a variety of Lamborghini V10 models, starting with the Huracán EVO and EVO Spyder, but also the EVO RWD in both Coupe and Spyder edition, add the street-legal Super Trofeo-derived Huracán STO as a top-of-the-line edition and the new Huracán Tecnica into the mix and you have an impressive range of entry-level Lamborghini supercars … but there seems to be something more just around the corner, rumor has it Lamborghini will unveil another V10 model at Monterey Car Week in August this year.

Usually, we get to see something really special, mostly limited-edition, at this important event in  California, the United States, we’ve previously seen cars like the Centenario Roadster being unveiled at The Quail, and it seems the 2022 edition will showcase a V10 based ‘special’, nothing official is available yet, but if we take a look at some spy shots from earlier this year and late 2021, we might be talking about a Huracán Sterrato here, a concept we’ve seen a while ago, but one that has been captured during cold-weather testing only recently.

Also, note we are still waiting on the Lamborghini Urus facelift which should also be unveiled this year, some sources even mention a wide-body edition of the Super SUV from Sant’Agata, but wouldn’t it make sense to finally reveal a Urus Ibrido, or will Lamborghini wait for the Aventador successor to become the first hybrid production car in history from Sant’Agata … all we can do is wait and see what Automobili Lamborghini SpA brings to Monterey in two months and which model will be revealed toward the end of 2022 subsequently.

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Enjoy this 5-minute video on the Lamborghini Huracán STO with Chris Harris behind the wheel taking a stint on the famous Silverstone track:

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Chairman and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini, Stephan Winkelmann, was able to unveil the next-level V10 NA model to existing customers, VIP, and friends of the Raging Bull brand right at the Lamborghini Lounge NYC, located in the heart of the Chelsea Arts District, with a 30 hp power increase compared to the Huracán EVO RWD, this new Tecnica can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds, this new addition to the V10 range from Sant’Agata is the perfect mix between the road and the track, a super sports car that is able to deliver the best of both worlds.

“It was a special moment for me to be back in New York City unveiling our new masterpiece to customers and friends of the brand in our Lamborghini Lounge, showcasing our brand’s ethos and design DNA,” said Stephan Winkelmann. “The Huracán Tecnica delivers the advanced evolution of the Huracan’s technical prowess with outstanding aerodynamics for heightened performance, stability and ease of use. These qualities make it the ideal, versatile car to drive both on the road and the track. In 2022, as we celebrate the internal combustion engine, the dramatically evolved design of the Huracán Tecnica delivers the physical sensation and extreme emotion that fans of the brand have come to expect from Lamborghini.

It surely doesn’t come as a surprise for Lamborghini to take their latest V10 model to the USA, for the 2021 financial year the US market was undeniably the largest in the world for Automobili Lamborghini SpA with an impressive total of no less than 2,472 cars delivered in 2021, Lamborghini managed to raise their 2020 figure by 11% last year, so it is only logical the new Huracán Tecnica will be shown to the public during the New York International Auto Show between April 15 and April 24, I for one can’t wait to see this new car in real life myself.

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First up is the official presentation video from Automobili Lamborghini SpA

Next is a rather in-depth look at the new Tecnica by Shmee150, who was able to film this under embargo earlier, but could only publish this video today:

We will be bringing all the details, specifications, background story, and a large image gallery online soon.

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Naturally, Jay goes over this new Huracán STO, parked inside his massive garage that hosts some of the most valuable cars in the world, remember he has a McLaren F1 for instance, but he also owns several Lamborghini, among them the Espada, but also the magnificent Miura, both a P400 and a P400 S, and even the legendary Countach, but no modern-day Lamborghini, after an in-depth look at the Huracán STO, a car with her body made from carbon fiber for as much as 75%, he takes the wheel and drives the V10 on the open roads around his warehouse.

Enjoy the 25-minute long video from the 2022 Lamborghini Huracán STO at Jay Leno’s Garage:

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Get a first impression from the official video below for the 2022 edition of the Lamborghini Accademia Neve in Livigno before we take a look at some amazing action shots:

The Lamborghini Accademia Neve is a three-day experience in the Italian Alps on a track covered with snow and ice, during the day you would get temperatures around the freezing point, but at night this would drop to -10°C to create a fresh layer of ice for the next day so you could take that beautiful Sant’Agata supercar into some amazing drifting action, all while being tutored by real-life Squadra Corse instructors.

Lamborghini calls these the ‘Black runs’, a series of challenges behind the wheel of a supercar driving on snow and ice-covered surfaces while spending the night in one of the more luxurious hotels in Livigno and having a great time in the evening at dinner in one of the fine-dining restaurants … Livigno is the place to be for an unforgettable experience.

For the 2022 edition of the Lamborghini Accademia Neve, you couldn’t opt for an Aventador like a few years ago, this time Lamborghini came with a series of Urus, their Super SUV that feels right at home in the snow thanks to her four-wheel drive transmission, and the fun would continue by taking the wheel of a few Lamborghini Huracán EVO models, which as we know not only come with four-wheel drive but also four-wheel steering … and rest assured, these V10s created some very impressive footage during the Accademia.

But I guess the most fun could be had by taking one of the Lamborghini Huracán STO onto the snowy ‘ring’ in Livigno, with a rear-wheel-drive system, the STO is a drift machine in the snow, as long as you know what you are doing, helped by the instructors, you would be having an amazing time drifting this top-of-the-line V10 Lamborghini.

There was even a green Huracán Spyder that joined the fun, sliding and drifting in the snow, covering the occupants in ice-cold debris, which is where Lamborghini’s in-house Cryotherapy comes in handy. Lamborghini’s Squadra Corse drivers receive an intense training session in Sant’Agata during the ‘Drivers’ Lab’ course, in which they take part using the most advanced configurations that allow their posture to be scanned in real life, complete with performance measurement … and a session of Cryotherapy at the end, all while being supervised by a personal trainer.

If you would like to attend one of the future Lamborghini Accademia sessions, feel free to get in touch with your local dealership for more information and pricing, or take a look at the official website where you might find the next date to keep in mind, and it’s not only snow experience they offer, usually, there are several Lamborghini Accademia sessions throughout the year, taking you onto different experiences, but for now, let’s enjoy some more amazing photos of the latest Neve session:

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The concept of an off-road supercar might be a strange one, the reason many people like an SUV isn’t to go off-road but to have lots of space and an easy way to get into and out of the car, possible with some passengers on the rear seat, some SUV even come with a third row, so what are the advantages of taking a, let’s admit it, cramped two-seat Huracán and raise the suspension by two inches?

Sure, you won’t be damaging that front bumper when going onto a driveway or entering a parking lot, but the reason many people buy a Lamborghini, or any other supercar for that matter, is the fact they are wide, low, and look impressive, so why would Lamborghini decide to create a spin-off model for their V10 series with a raised suspension?

I for one don’t have an answer to that, because they can perhaps, nonetheless there are some interesting details to be found on this latest test mule Lamborghini took up north for some cold-weather testing on snow and ice-covered roads, but first the one thing this black prototype is missing the flared wheel arches seen on the Sterrato concept, this car just doesn’t have them fitted, but the latter does come with a roof rack system and an air intake above the roof, feeding cold air into the engine bay.

The rest of the engine cover on this test mule does look like the standard louvered version, and up close it seems that air intake is just bolted on, would it be fake, just to make us all think they will fit another style of intake from the magnificent Huracán STO? Who knows, that wouldn’t be the first time Lamborghini does something like that on a test mule they just know will be photographed and published online.

This brings us to the next piece of information: Stephan Winkelmann confirmed we will be seeing no less than four new Lamborghini being introduced during 2022, and all that while the entire production capacity for 2022 is already all but sold out as you read this, so Lamborghini has big plans, and one of them is rumored to be an additional Huracán STO version, not an even more hardcore version with more power and active aerodynamics, quite the opposite, rumor has it they will do a kind of Huracán Ultimae, so combining the best from the STO with the regular EVO RWD to create a more subtle version of the STO, but with all the bells and whistles, less weight and more power compared to the regular EVO RWD.

While everyone is expecting to see the upcoming Aventador successor later this year, it seems we might be wrong about that, and Lamborghini will only unveil their new V12 hybrid model in early 2023 with first deliveries foreseen for the Summer of 2023, so what are the other two Lamborghini then for 2022 you might ask? During a recent interview, Stefan Winkelmann mentioned 2022 will be the final year we’ll be seeing new models from Lamborghini with internal combustion engines, so that will be the Huracán Sterrato and the aforementioned milder STO version … and two new Urus models coïnciding with the mid-year facelift apparently.

It seems the facelift Urus will also introduce a second version, perhaps finally a more potent Urus ST-X like we’ve heard about previously, but more likely just a restyle initially, still retaining the V8 engine from the current model but with a mild increase in power, who knows, if that test mule we saw earlier is an indication of the Urus v2, the front and rear looks a lot more aggressive, which got us thinking about it, as Stefan Winkelmann all but confirmed we won’t be seeing a Urus PHEV before 2024.

There is a rumor Lamborghini will unveil the second-generation Urus later this year, as mentioned with slightly different looks but not much of a power increase, but later in 2022 we might be seeing a new variant to join the Super SUV model from Sant’Agata, a kind of Urus S or EVO perhaps, with more power this time, even a hybrid is mentioned again, and some sources even mention Lamborghini will be creating a Urus on steroids, more power, a lower ride height, and even a wide body is mentioned.

It seems the successor to the Lamborghini Huracán is planned for 2024 already, just one year after the new V12 hybrid model to replace the Aventador, and just as with the flagship, the ‘entry level’ Lamborghini will be a hybrid, and it will not be using a derivative of the Urus V8 engine either, but think about this one for a second: Lamborghini has made no secret about keeping a V12 for the flagship model, but there is no mention about keeping the V10 engine for the next-generation Huracán, so I’m almost sure we won’t be seeing a V10 hybrid in two years, but as usual, only time will tell.

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Lamborghini had a taste of success but fell short in the final tally. Despite decades of exotic car pedigree, no Lamborghini had ever raced around the clock at Daytona. It was also the North American debut for the GT3-spec Huracán. And they did it during 2016—the hundred-year anniversary of the birth of Ferruccio Lamborghini, the company’s namesake founder.

The full race entry list included 54 cars spread across four classes. The GTD class was the largest, featuring 22 sportscar entries. A mix of amateur and professional drivers participated in the class that highlighted marques such as Porsche, BMW, Audi, Ferrari, Dodge Viper, Aston Martin and Lamborghini.

The Competitors: Lamborghini Cars at the 2016 24 Hours of Daytona

Five customer Lamborghini Huracán GT3 entries contested in the GTD class. While each ran their own race, the fortunes of the five teams were shared due to their marque of choice. The five Lamborghini teams with car numbers and drivers were:

#11: O’Gara Motorsport (Townsend Bell, Bill Sweedler, Edoardo Piscopo, Richard Antinucci)

#16: Change Racing (Spencer Pumpelly, Corey Lewis, Justin Marks, Kaz Grala)

#21: Konrad Motorsport (Emanuele Busnelli, Jim Michaelian, Joseph Toussaint, Lance Willsey)

#28: Konrad Motorsport (Marc Basseng, Fabio Babini, Lance Willsey, Franz Konrad, Rolf Ineichen)

#48: Paul Miller Racing (Mirko Bortolotti, Bryce Miller, Bryan Sellers, Madison Snow)

Grim Omens: A Troubled Start for Lamborghini at Daytona 2016

The drama started before the first practice session. Fresh Lamborghini engine and gearbox units arrived the day before first practice. Components and parts manuals scattered across the garage floors showed the thrash required by the crews to get ready. Those engines later became the headline story for Lamborghini’s race.

Slippery conditions plagued the first practice on Thursday, catching out the #16 Change Racing Lamborghini with less than five minutes remaining in the session. The green Lamborghini crashed against the left barrier coming up to the pit lane entry, damaging the left-side corners of the car.

The good news was that the chassis remained straight. The bad news was that the front suspension points were badly damaged and required significant welding to fix. Repairs concluded at 2:30 am, and the #16 Change Racing Lamborghini returned to the track for Friday activity.

The 2016 24 Hours of Daytona Gets Underway

Qualifying for a 24-hour race is largely for bragging rights and press release material. While a starting position may be important for public relations or the first few laps of race action, teams often don’t prioritize qualifying times when 24 hours stand between start and finish.

The #28 Konrad car was the highest placed Lamborghini in the second starting position, with the rest of the Lamborghinis scattered through the GTD starting grid.

A large spectator crowd turned out for the start, enjoying the dry and warm conditions. In the early hours, Bryce Miller and his #48 Paul Miller Lamborghini Huracan and Townsend Bell in his fluorescent yellow #11 O’Gara Lamborghini demonstrated strength.

Disaster Strikes for Lamborghini at Daytona 2016

Just as the pair of Lamborghinis started to establish themselves at the head of the field, the #11 O’Gara car experienced electrical problems, which cost several laps to remedy. The O’Gara car eventually finished but was never able to recover enough lost ground for it to be a factor in the outcome.

Miller and teammates Sellers, Snow and Bortolotti kept their Huracan at or near the front of the field as the race moved from day into night. It was Bortolotti’s first Daytona race (and first North American race of any kind).

Other Lamborghinis bubbled up towards the front of the field as well. The #48 Paul Miller and #16 Charge Racing cars led the Lamborghini charge through ten hours of racing. The strong run for the #16 rewarded the crew for their late-night repair work after the practice crash.

While the Lamborghinis clearly showed excellent pace, others in the field remained close. After ten hours, eleven cars remained on the lead lap with others only a lap down. However, the perils of endurance racing lurked around every corner.

In addition to the electrical problems that hampered the #11 Lamborghini, the #33 Viper had an off that resulted in right side damage, which earned it a tow back to its garage. The #96 Turner GTD BMW required repair work to remedy significant nose damage after blowing out a tire. Each was repaired and resumed.

The key point in the race came in the overnight darkness at turn one. With the field compressed after a caution period, Shane van Gisbergen in his Porsche took the lead with fourteen hours to go.

Miller and Marks lurked several seconds behind in their respective Lamborghinis and gave chase. Before long, the trio fought for the GTD class lead.

Disaster struck as the two Lamborghinis passed the Porsche and then tangled on the approach to the first turn. The long black tire marks told the story of the dual spins, each leading to the inside wall.

The #16 Change Racing car crawled away slowly and returned to pit lane with left rear damage. The #48 Paul Miller car required a flatbed to make its journey back to the garage. The Porsche continued unscathed.

The #16 Change Racing crew focused on the left front and rear suspension—the same side they previously replaced after the practice crash. The #48 Paul Miller car required attention on all four corners of the car. Both crews worked to get their cars back in action, but both were effectively out of contention for the win.

With just over 13 hours to go, the highest placed Lamborghini and the remaining hope for the marque was the #28 Konrad car. It ran one lap off the lead. The #11 O’Gara car was quick, but its earlier maladies put it 18 laps off the lead. The sister #21 Konrad also encountered trouble, leaving it 31 laps behind.

The #48 Paul Miller Lamborghini re-emerged after the crew did substantial suspension surgery to their battered Huracan in the garage. Sellers returned to the race just before the 12-hour mark, having lost 39 laps in the repair process. With the dominant Lamborghinis out of the running and a dozen cars remaining on the lead lap, the opportunities for GTD class honors opened for other marques.

With under nine hours to go, an unscheduled meeting in the infield between the #007 TRG Aston Martin and the #21 Konrad Lamborghini took both cars out of the race.

Outright speed and pit strategy finally allowed the #28 Konrad Lamborghini to get back on the lead lap with six hours to go. The chase was on.

With two hours to go, Basseng ran in fourth within eight seconds of the lead. With only an hour to go, Lamborghini factory driver Babini drew to within three seconds of the leading Audi.

Pit stop sequences put Babini and his #28 Konrad Lamborghini in a fuel mileage duel to the end with Rene Rast in the #44 Magnus Audi. With five minutes to go, Babini caught and passed Rast, who had dialed back his pace to save fuel.

Only two minutes later, the Lamborghini coughed and sputtered for fuel, and Babini watched Rast pull away. Babini went from the lead to crossing the finish line in fifth.

Insult to Injury: Post-Race Penalties for Lamborghini

Those watching the timing and scoring details noticed that Lamborghini teams set most of the quickest laps of the race. The fastest GTD race lap of 1:45.873 was set by Antinucci in the #11 O’Gara car—1.163 seconds quicker than the nearest GTD manufacturer in the form of the race winning Audi. Despite regulatory efforts to keep similar performance capabilities across the GTD field, the Lamborghinis were clearly an outlier.

Race officials noticed. Engines were impounded and checked on a dyno. Three weeks after the checkered flag flew, penalties were imposed. Lamborghini was fined $25,000, and each team was given an extra five minutes added to their race time. The #28 Konrad car fell from fifth to tenth in class. The #11 O’Gara car dropped one position to fifteenth. The penalty made no impact for the three other Lamborghinis, given their respective troubles.

The culprit was traced to an air restrictor for the V-10 engine, reportedly an older specification than was used to set baseline performance standards. The older restrictor might have added as much as forty extra horsepower.

A Brighter Future for Lamborghini at Daytona (Eventually)

The incident did not halt Lamborghini’s racing aspirations in the US. Customer Lamborghinis continued to race, and Paul Miller claimed the first win for the Huracán GT3 in August at Virginia International Raceway.

Success at the 24 Hours of Daytona came along as well. In fact, the Paul Miller Lamborghini win in 2021 at the Rolex 24 was the fourth consecutive visit to Daytona victory lane for Lamborghini.

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Remember the original press release color combination on the Huracán STO was Blu Laufey with Arancio California details, and naturally, that version was present on the Fuji Speedway, but she was joined by several other finishes, like the Verde Citrea with Rosso touches, but Lamborghini also offers a decal set to mimic the actual Super Trofeo racecar, and those were present on the grey car for this Asian dynamic launch, now personally I wouldn’t add that option, but a lot of Huracán STO were ordered with these colored dots on the fenders.

On the Huracán STO there is no front hood and fenders as on the normal Huracán EVO, instead, the entire front section tilts upward, hinged at the front, just as it did on the legendary Lamborghini Miura, apart from weight-saving, this also speeds up any work you might have under the front hood, during a track day for instance, and they gave this a really special name … the ‘Cofango’.

The rear wheel arches are wider too compared to the Huracán EVO, and inspiration was taken from the Countach this time with a nice NACA duct on top of the rear fenders, while the aerodynamic shape helps tunnel air onto the large, manually adjustable rear wing with outer stabilization fins. By changing the setting on the rear wing you can change the downforce by 13% it seems, note there is no ALA on the new Huracán STO.

But probably the most anticipated feature on the Huracán STO is that big air intake that pulls in cold air onto the engine from above the roof, people just love that, and the STO comes with that intake that blends into a vertical ‘Shark fin’ on the stunningly designed, new engine cover that boasts a total of ten air vents … keep in mind there are actual air deflectors integrated into this engine cover to regulate the intake of fresh air depending on how hot the engine is running.

By going through the Ad Personam studio, customers can create almost limitless combinations of exterior and interior shades, but that will raise the base price of €249,412 (Europe) or $327,838 (USA) before taxes considerably before the first deliveries have been going on for a few months by the time you are reading this, personally, I love the looks of this Huracán STO, which let’s face, will probably be the swansong for this V10 range as a successor is around the corner in 2023, 2024 at the latest, and it has already been confirmed to be a hybrid, what hasn’t been confirmed yet is the fact if the successor will be a V10 powered hybrid, or perhaps turn to a V8?

Let’s not forget you can create your own Huracan STO in our Virtual Configurator, going beyond some of the options that are available in real life perhaps, but it’s just so fulfilling to put together an STO to your liking, so head over to our LamboCONFIG virtual car configurator and have some fun, and when you’re finished with the Huracán STO you can try your hand at some other models too, including the Sian, Sian Roadster, and even the new Countach LPI800-4.

But let’s admire some more photos of these magnificent Lamborghini Huracán STO near Mount Fuji:

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Yes, you are reading it correctly, the Lamborghini Huracán EVO Minotauro is a fingerpainted canvas, using a man’s figure on both sides of the car, while the front hood shows two clenched fists, reminiscent of the Bull’s horns, as an homage to the fusion between man, the Raging Bull logo, and the myth.

“It was inspiring to meet Paolo Troilo and his artistic expressiveness. In our company we are accustomed to art and the way it has always influenced our cars,” commented Christian Mastro, Marketing Director at Automobili Lamborghini. “However, when our product and the emotions it brings come together with the sensibilities of an artist like Troilo, something different and exceptionally unique like ‘Minotauro’ is created, and we are very proud of this.”

This unique Lamborghini Huracán EVO painted by Paolo Troilo was shown, accompanied by some of the artist’s other works, at Palazzo Serbelloni at Corso Venezia, 16 in Milan, as part of the “TROILO-MILANO SOLO ANDATA” (TROILO-MILAN ONE WAY) exhibition, curated by Luca Beatrice, from November 4 to November 13.

“Time. I am enamoured with the idea of slowness, and I have always championed it as a key to pleasure, culture, beauty and success. But there are some encounters that change you,” explained Paolo Troilo, creator of the work. “Seeing the Lamborghini Huracán EVO and trying it out suggested to me that there are also things capable of releasing the same energy with acceleration, with speed, with momentum. I heard the sound of the wind picking up as the space narrowed and time distorted: I felt a flowing wind and used it to paint on the muse itself, the inspiration of these emotions: the Huracán, my Minotauro.”

Check out the official Automobili Lamborghini SpA video about this unique work of art on wheels below:

Have a look at more photographs depicting this very special Lamborghini Huracán EVO, not only automotive art, but art on her own:

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I know many owners wouldn’t even consider changing the masterpiece from Sant’Agata, but especially on the V10 models, there are a lot of options when it comes to modifying your personal car, from rather subtle add-ons like a front splitter, a rear wing, or just a set of custom wheels, right up to a complete aero package that effectively replaces many of the factory original parts.

Companies like Liberty Walk are making a killing with low-riding, ultra-wide conversion kits for both the Lamborghini Huracan and Aventador, and while this Hycade design is just a virtual render, I’m sure there are interested owners out there that wouldn’t mind turning their factory original Huracan into this wide, low supercar.

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Despite the Huracán STO being a street-legal car, it must be an amazing experience to drive this V10 flagship in her natural habitat, the racetrack, where the naturally aspirated V10 engine could emit its symphony freely into the atmosphere, and thanks to the bespoke Bridgestone Potenza Race tires made just for this Raging Bull, the focus of the STO is performance … and driver emotion.

In the past, we’ve become used to seeing Pirelli tires on these amazing cars from Sant’Agata, but for the Huracán STO, Lamborghini turned to Bridgestone to develop custom Potenza Sport tires to maximize this V10’s traction, handling, control, and extreme overall performance, a key to this is the combination of an asymmetric tread design and the use of the latest state of the art technologies.

Aside from the more road-focused Potenza Sport tire, Bridgestone will also be providing bespoke Potenza Race semi-slick tires as a more track-oriented but still road-homologated version of these tires to bring  “race” technologies to maximize the vehicle’s performance both on and off the track, especially in dry conditions.

If you didn’t put your name on the order list for the Lamborghini Huracán STO by now, you are looking at a waiting period of at least 12 months, and Lamborghini sold out an entire year’s worth of production already by the time you are reading this.

Enjoy an amazing collection of photos taken during these test drives, both on the streets of Rome and on the track at Vallelunga, in our extensive image gallery …

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During the 2015 Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo season in Europe, North America, and Asia, the Gallardo would still be eligible, but it would have to compete next to the brand new Huracán Super Trofeo that made its Global Debut at “The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering” in August 2014 as the LP620-2, only 10 more hp compared to the street version of the new Huracán, but with rear-wheel drive only.

The Lamborghini Super Trofeo one-make series was already a success with the Gallardo, but when the Huracan took over, things really started going well, it wasn’t long until they added an in-house developed Huracán GT3 race car, effectively putting Reiter Engineering GmbH who developed the Gallardo GT3 aside, the Squadra Corse department grew up, and only three years later, in September 2017 they came up with the first evolution of the Huracán Super Trofeo car and called it the Super Trofeo EVO, a massive redesign turned the V10 into an extremely aggressive looking car (the GT3 version got the EVO suffix too by the way), and another important change was the replacement of Blancpain for Roger Dubuis.

Another four years later, and after more than 400 Lamborghini Huracán race cars have been produced, Squadra Corse apparently deemed it necessary to evolve the successful one-make racer again for the 2022 season and call it the EVO2, we might have a word with the department that comes up with these names I’m sure they could come up with something more interesting than ‘EVO2’ for this brand new Bull for the track.

A small detail, but very interesting, the Lamborghini Huracán Super Trofeo and GT3 race cars are actually built on the same assembly line as the regular streetcars, it must be cool to visit the factory and see one of these ultra-aggressive looking Super Trofeo EVO2 cars between an Huracán EVO coupe and an EVO RWD Spyder the contrast must be mindblowing seeing those together.

The new Lamborghini Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 will be seen in action during the 2022 season, which will the 14th season of the series, and this version of the Huracán ST is the most high-performance one ever to race in this one-make series, it is safe to say the Lamborghini Huracán model is the best-selling sports car ever for Lamborghini since 1963, and the option to have gentlemen racers and professionals battle it out on the track in the Super Trofeo series has surely helped to reach unseen production numbers for this ‘Baby Lamborghini’.

From the start of the Super Trofeo championship in 2009, a total of 950 drivers have competed for over 310 hours on famous track all over the globe, and the experience gathered from racing these bespoke Huracán to the limit on the track had surely helped the development of the road cars too, it’s a win-win situation for both venues, and with a total of 400 pure race cars built up to April 2021, the intention is to reach the 500 units mark with this new Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 that is available for €250,000 before taxes, and just in case you already own the ‘old’ Lamborghini Huracán EVO version, there is a conversion kit available in early 2022 to EVO2 specifications, we will see the EVO2 in action on May 28 at Le Castellet, during round two of the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Europe.

When we take a closer look at the new Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 we notice some Sian influence at the front, with the open fender next to the new, high-intensity LED headlights, the overall design of the new front bumper resembles the Huracán STO road car, the vents above the front wheels extract air from the hot disk brakes, but also direct air to the side sills, adding downforce at the same time as creating an airflow into the intakes for the rear wheels.

At the rear, we also notice new LED taillights, according to the press release they remind us of the legendary Lamborghini Countach, but our attention gets drawn to that intricate rear diffuser, and that massive, imposing, clear carbon fiber rear wing, it is clear from every angle this car was developed for optimal airflow, there are a lot of vertical fins to be found everywhere on the body of this Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2, I’m sure this car will be rock stable at tremendous speeds with this kind of aerodynamics.

And it not only a cosmetic change that distinguishes the Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 from the previous EVO version, on this new model the front brakes go to 390 mm rotors compared to the 380 mm units on the previous model, but this also allows the use of larger brake pads for better performance and wear. The engine is still the naturally aspirated 5.2-Liter V10 unit with 620 hp going to the rear wheels only through an X-Trac sequential six-speed gearbox.

Giorgio Sanna, Lamborghini’s Head of Motorsport, stated: “The Super Trofeo is the basis of our concept of customer racing, capable of involving and exciting both young talents and gentlemen drivers. The Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 is dedicated to both categories of drivers, and we have designed it with the precise aim of offering an even more engaging driving experience while paying the utmost attention to running costs”.

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• Lamborghini Squadra Corse presents the new version of the car that will race in the Super Trofeo starting in 2022
• Uncompromising design, optimized aerodynamics and a new braking system make the Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 the most high-performance version ever designed for the one-make championship

Sant’Agata Bolognese, May 26, 2021 – Lamborghini Squadra Corse presents the Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2, the latest version of racing car that will be used across each of the three continental Lamborghini series, starting in 2022. Radical aerodynamic refinements and an uncompromising design created by Lamborghini Centro Stile make the Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 the most high-performance version ever to race in the one-make series, which in 2021 contested its 13^th season.

“Seven years have passed since we introduced the first Huracán Super Trofeo at Pebble Beach, and now Squadra Corse is adding a new chapter to its history,” commented Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini. “The Huracán is one of the biggest bestsellers in the history of the brand, and the Super Trofeo has additionally helped to increase its success”.

Since 2009, 950 drivers have raced in the Super Trofeo, competing in over 310 hours at the most prestigious tracks in the world. Maurizio Reggiani, Chief Technical Officer of Automobili Lamborghini, remarked: “The Super Trofeo is the best testing ground for technical and aerodynamic solutions for both road cars and GTs, and with the Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 we have definitely taken another step forward. In April 2021 we celebrated the milestone of the 400^th Huracán racing car, and our goal with the Super Trofeo EVO2 is to reach 500 in just a few years”. 

Aerodynamics and design are the areas in which Squadra Corse and Centro Stile have concentrated on the most. From an aesthetic point of view, the Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 takes the design of the previous generations to the extreme, anticipating the styling elements that will debut on road cars in the coming years. The front end has undergone a radical change, featuring new high-intensity full LED light clusters with a hexagonal design and a pronounced “omega” lip that joins the carbon-fiber fins and reinforces the stylistic link with the Huracán STO. Also new are the air curtain intakes, which optimize airflow, by keeping it adherent to the sides, as well as downforce.

The rear, dominated by the large carbon-fiber wing, was inspired by minimalism and lightness. The frames of the new LED light clusters pay tribute to the design of the Countach and are efficiently supported by the arched carbon-fiber bumper, which harmoniously links the aerodynamic appendages located behind the wheels to the redesigned diffuser fins.

Mitja Borkert, Lamborghini Head of Design, commented: “When we approached the Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 project, we immediately thought of the concept of ‘Racing in style’. That is, a combination of the typical aggressiveness of the Huracán racing cars and the classic stylistic features of Lamborghini’s DNA. In addition, the Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 represents a futuristic aesthetic approach that partially anticipates the design elements of the next range of road cars”.

Innovations are also seen in numerous components of the bodywork, such as the side member paneling and the aforementioned rear aerodynamic appendages, replacing plastic materials with carbon fiber, while maintaining the maximum sustainability in terms of running costs. In addition, the rear fenders are now composed of a single element, which includes part of the side spoiler, for optimal surface continuity.

The braking system, designed and developed by Squadra Corse, has also undergone changes. The steel front discs are increased from 380 to 390 mm; the new calipers can accommodate pads with a new design and a larger surface area to optimize performance and consumption. Propulsion is entrusted to the 5.2-liter naturally aspirated V10 engine that delivers a maximum power output of 620 HP, to be managed with a sequential six-speed X-Trac gearbox and combined with rear-wheel drive.

Giorgio Sanna, Lamborghini’s Head of Motorsport, stated: “The Super Trofeo is the basis of our concept of customer racing, capable of involving and exciting both young talents and gentlemen drivers. The Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 is dedicated to both categories of drivers, and we have designed it with the precise aim of offering an even more engaging driving experience, while paying the utmost attention to running costs”.

The Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 makes its public debut on May 28 in Le Castellet, on the occasion of the second round of the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Europe. The price for the European market is €250,000, excluding taxes. Customers will have the opportunity to upgrade the Huracán Super Trofeo EVO with a dedicated kit available from early 2022.

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Roger Dubuis

The rush of adrenalin, a pounding heart, the sure and certain knowledge that something is about to happen: ENTER THE FUTURE OF HYPER HOROLOGY. Impertinent, excessive, incisive, uncompromising, and slightly mad, this is Roger Dubuis. The brainchild of two daringly disruptive visionaries, Roger Dubuis has been all about mindset since 1995. Solidly sustained by an integrated Manufacture, an innovative spirit, a flagrant disregard for convention and irrepressible daring are the cornerstones of its bold attitude. The lifeblood of its non-conformist and unmistakably contemporary timepieces, headlined by the iconic Excalibur collection. That’s what Roger Dubuis is all about!  Laugh, scream, roar, and above all, create… for an exclusive tribe that believes in the value of living larger than life at every turn. No rules, our game. Inspired by other cutting-edge industries and out-of-the-box designs, boundary-pushing technical sophistication combines with an inbred love of extravagance to prove, time and time again, that Roger Dubuis is unquestionably the most exciting way to experience Hyper Horology. Make every second of your life epic.

Pirelli

Established in 1872, Pirelli is among the world’s leading tyre producers. It is the only pure consumer tyre company that includes car, motorbike, and bicycle tyres as well as associated services. Pirelli has a distinct positioning in high value tyres, characterised by an advanced technology with more than 3,600 homologations obtained, thanks to partnerships with the most prestigious car manufacturers in the world. In order to achieve the highest levels of performance, safety and containment of environmental impact, Pirelli has always been strongly committed to research and development, in which it invested 6.1% of revenue from high-value products in 2019. Involved in motorsport since 1907, Pirelli has been the exclusive global tyre partner to the FIA Formula One World Championship since 2011. Moreover, starting from 2021 season, Pirelli will be exclusive supplier to FIA World Rally Championship, an environment where the tyre manufacturer already developed some of its most important specialties, later transferred to its regular road tyres products.

OPPO

OPPO is a fast growing technology company founded in 2004. With its products and services, now OPPO has entered into more than 30 markets across the world. OPPO is committed to technological innovation and makes constant breakthroughs in areas such as industrial design, future communication, artificial intelligence and 3D visual technology. By merging art and technology, OPPO aims to bring a heart-touching product experience to its users.

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So what if you really like the aggressive styling on the Huracán STO, but you really like a Spyder, and you don’t have the patience to wait for customer deliveries to start on the Super Trofeo Omolagata? In that case, you can turn to Vorsteiner Nero for help.

Ask yourself what is the most impressive feature of the new Huracán STO? The answer would probably be that intimidating snorkel and vertical fin on the engine cover … well, that’s missing from the Vorsteiner Nero Vincenzo Edizione program.

But a stunning aero bonnet and fenders with air vents above the wheels are only part of this amazing aero kit from Vorsteiner Nero, they also have their special Carbon Matrix finished parts for the front bumper, a pair of side sills … Vorsteiner’s Carbon Matrix looks like Lamborghini’s own Forged Composite material, so it blends in perfectly with the factory original rear diffuser on the Huracán Performante.

And while the Vincenzo Edizione Program from Vorsteiner isn’t an STO look-alike, it isn’t meant to be either, you can put these aero parts on a Lamborghini Huracán Performante Spyder … aggressive styling with lots of vents, and open-top V10 driving, what more could you ask for.

So the Vorsteiner Nero Vincenzo Edizione Program consists of a replacement front hood with large aero vents and a 2×2 glossy underside, replacement front fenders with integrated vents finished in glossy Carbon Matrix, a new front spoiler that fits the Performante’s original bumper and comes with vertical stabilizers on both sides, and to complete the looks a set of side sills completely finished in Carbon Matrix, featuring additional vents ahead of the rear wheels.

Head over to the Vorsteiner Nero website for more information on how to obtain this aero kit for your Lamborghini Huracán Performante, either the Coupe or the Spyder.

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It seems this livery will be a collector special, much like the 10th edition livery we’ve seen in 2018 on the Super Trofeo EVO car, but this time the racer commemorates the street car, which is a rather inverted world as the Huracán STO is the V10 Super Trofeo Omologata, a street-legal, homologated version of the race car.

And now this ‘Omolagata’ inspires the new 2021 Super Trofe EVO race car as a bespoke livery, and you have to admit it does look really nice on the track-only version too, I can’t wait to see this one in action on some of the world’s most important tracks once the season starts, which is mid-April for the European series on the famous Monza track.

The European Super Trofeo series will be in its 12th season, while the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Asia series will start in Sepang in Malaysia on the weekend of 28 and 29 March for the ninth year already, the eighth Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America championship will commence at Barber Motorsports Park, Alabama during the first weekend of April.

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Shmee 150 is one of the more popular automotive YouTubers out there, with 2.2 million subscribers, he has access to some of the most interesting super and hypercars out there, car makers invite him to do a review on their new cars, and he has a habit of buying great cars for his own fleet, some he keeps for only a short period in time, others stay on as ‘Shmeemobile’ a lot longer.

Among Tim’s current collection is the famous McLaren Senna, finished in MSO custom two-tone blue, and a dark red metallic Ford GT which he used on a road trip in the United States of America not too long ago … much to the agony of local law enforcement, as he kept his UK license plate on the Ford GT.

He also owns a very impressive Mercedes G63 AMG, which he bought in black, but had color-coded to match the McLaren Senna two-tone blue, as he intends to use the G-Wagon to pull a trailer with the Senna on it to various events and tracks.

Yes, Shmee 150 drives his cars regularly, he even takes them on the legendary Nordschleife – Nürburgring and really pushes these supercars, but while he had several Ferrari, Aston Martin, McLaren, and other makes in his garage earlier, he never had a Lamborghini … yet.

That is about to change this year, as he confirmed his order on the brand new Lamborghini Huracán STO, the second deposit was sent over, and now it’s time to go through the specifications for a late 2021 delivery of the Shmee 150 STO.

In his video on the Huracán STO, he mentions he will probably not go for the presentation livery, but instead create something wild, and bespoke for him, a unique STO in true Shmee 150 style, and that will probably mean he’ll be going through the Ad Personam studio, I for one can’t wait to see what Tim will come up with.

So will he create a Lamborghini Huracan STO to match the McLaren Senna he already owns, so in a two-tone blue livery? But as this is an Italian car, the Tricolore should be used too, perhaps on the rear wing, or the brake calipers. Tim already mentioned the optional wheels in his video, so he is most likely going to opt for those too.

I think it would be amazing if Shmee 150 goes for a blue livery, but combined with clear carbon fiber, that would really suit the rest of his collection of cars, and make his Huracán STO something really special, and bespoke. Usually, he does some wild exterior combinations, but most of his cars come with dark or black wheels, so I think his Lamborghini will receive black wheels too.

On the interior, things are usually a bit more subtle, with touches of color, but for the rest mostly dark again, but on the Lamborghini Huracán STO he might bring a touch of blue onto the seats to match the exterior … just take a look at some of the renders I did … I hope Shmee 150 will be inspired by them.

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But that’s also the main limitation of the Essenza SCV12, it’s a track-only car, you are not allowed to drive it on the open road, some owners will probably take their SCV12 onto the street, but it’s illegal … so if you want racecar looks, and still be legally allowed to drive on the street, Zyrus Engineering from Norway has an answer for you.

The Zyrus LP1200 Strada, a limited production, street-legal version of their earlier LP1200-R we showed you in August 2020, they call it the LP1200 V2, and it’s based on the Lamborghini Huracán LP640-4 (probably the Huracan Performante, and not the EVO). Zyrus replaces over 600 parts from the factory standard Huracán to create the LP1200 Strada.

To keep the Zyrus LP1200 Strada legal to drive on the streets, the power output is limited to 900hp, but with the press of a button, the full 1,200hp is unleashed … to be used on the track only naturally, the Zyrus bespoke Smart Dash control system allows the driver complete customization of the car’s parameters … something also possible via the smartphone app.

It took Zyrus two years of testing and over 6,000 km to get the perfect setup for their Zyrus LP1200 Strada, with a weight of 1,427kg, all necessary safety measures for a street-legal car are still present, thanks to the highly modified styling, which includes a massive rear wing, done completely in-house in Norway, the Zyrus LP1200 Strada has 2,010kg of downforce at 200 km/h.

Pricing for this impressive Zyrus LP1200 Strada starts at €595,000 (about USD 730,000) but does include a day on the track together with the Zyrus team and engineers to familiarize the new owner with their LP1200 Strada.

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This very car was seen in the latest music video by American singer-songwriter, and actress Lady Gaga, for her song ‘911’, together with Automobili Lamborghini SpA, this car is now part of a sweepstake from Omaze, running from November 5 to December 16, you can enter the sweepstake and secure a chance to become the new owner of this Huracán EVO RWD.

All proceedings of the sweepstake will support the Born This Way Foundation by Lady Gaga, and the Together Rising organization … for more information, or to enter this sweepstake, you can visit www.omaze.com, do not however the sweepstake is not available for entries from all countries, if you visit the website you will get a notice if this is the case.

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Just think about it, we’ve seen some rather elaborate kits from Vorsteiner, with their Novara kit, or Novitec with the Torado N-Largo package, or how about the LB-Silhouette WORKS Huracan GT kit, now that one completely transforms a factory standard Huracan into a racecar too … all these kits come with replacement bumpers front and rear, a rear wing, front hood, front fenders and the latter two even with new rear fenders … so creating an STO style aero kit that fits onto the more regular V10 version isn’t so far fetched I think.

Naturally, the real Huracan STO comes with that impressive cofango at the front, and that would be a big change for a tuner to create, but just take a closer look at the renders I made, they show the styling, but with a separate bumper, fenders and front hood, complete with air vents … and why not create a narrow version of the STO bumper that fits onto a Huracan without the wider fenders? That wouldn’t be too difficult either, and that way you can even fit a different front hood that keeps the luggage compartment underneath for practicality.

Same for the rear, sure you can replace the original rear fenders with the wider STO styled ones, and fit a wider rear bumper, this way you can retain the original taillights and small rear wing, but that would probably require a set of spacers for the wheels to fill out those wider wheel arches … or you just fit a narrow STO style rear bumper and keep the original rear fenders.

The rear wing on the real Huracan STO is bolted onto the chassis with struts between the engine cover, and that would require either a new engine cover, and probably extra reinforcements on a normal Huracan, so why not change the design of the struts so the massive rear wing remains, but you fit it onto the more usual rear part of the Huracan … problem solved.

And that bespoke air intake on the real Huracan STO that comes up above the roofline, if you make it a little shorter so that the intake funnel isn’t so far above the roof, I guess you could retain the standard hinge system, even keep the original engine cover and just replace the black louvers with a lightweight intake and vents … this way you would end up with an STO lookalike on a Huracan you already own.

Or get a Huracan with minor front and rear accident damage … I’m sure a tuner could make these STO styled parts and sell them for a price lower than original LP610-4 parts, and this way you could create an STO Spyder even before the factory releases it, if they will ever do a convertible Huracan STO that is.

Naturally, a complete STO style aero kit, front bumper, rear bumper, front fenders, rear fenders, rear wing, front hood, and on a coupe that amazing air intake on the engine cover … that won’t come cheap, but neither is a brand new Huracan STO …

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And while this is a relatively easy excercise in a digital world, in real life it might not be as simple … so will Lamborghini be prepared to unveil such a car in the future? I might have to say no to this one. For one there is that amazing confango up front, on the Huracan STO the entire front section, including the fenders, tilts forward on hinges, this facilitates access to anything underneath that cover, it might even safe some weight, but it could also mean the front section of the chassis has been modified to allow this feature.

Just how compatible with a Spyder version that stunning cofango up front is, I honestly don’t know, but things get even more complicated at the rear with that magnificent air intake on the engine cover that peaks above the roof on the Coupe version, on it’s own that shouldn’t be an issue, as the Veneno Roadster already showed us many years ago, just have the scoop inbetween the two seats and buttress behind the headrests.

Even the quick release system, as the Huracan STO engine cover isn’t hinged, isn’t a problem for a car without a roof … the Veneno Roadster didn’t have hinges on her engine cover either … but here comes the problem … the Veneno Roadster didn’t have any kind of roof either, so would this mean Lamborghini won’t be able to fit a roof under the cover on a possible Huracan STO Spyder either?

A fully electric, power operated Spyder roof might not be possible with the air scoop and lift-off engine cover system … but what about a lighter, manual roof? Something like a less insulated, therefore thinner, manually operated roof … now that might be an option I think.

But, in the end, we might never see a Huracan STO as a Spyder, just because the demand for a pure-bred, race track inspired road car without a roof just isn’t there … or perhaps create a new model, a Huracan STO with removeable roof panels similar to the ones on the Aventador Roadster, or even more hard-core … a Targa style roof?

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So it’s safe to say the Huracán STO is a beast, and derived from the current, factory official racecar, the Super Trofeo EVO, and the GT3 EVO, but made usable for everyday driving, if you can live with the very small, actually non-existent, luggage space, but let’s not forget this isn’t the first time Lamborghini released a car like this.

Nine years ago, in September 2011, at the IAA in Frankfurt, Germany, Stephan Winkelmann, who will become the CEO of Lamborghini again on December 1st, 2020 after being away for nearly 5 years while Stefano Domenicali was CEO, unveiled a bright red Lamborghini Gallardo STS, or Super Trofeo Stradale … which at that time was something like the streel legal version of the Gallardo Super Trofeo racecar, much like the Huracán STO today.

But there was more, at that same IAA show, but two years later, Lamborghini came up with the Gallardo Squadra Corse, because the Gallardo Super Trofeo race car had an update, which is referred to as the FL2, for FaceLift 2, they created an evolution of that car for the street, the Gallardo Squadra Corse, still 570hp like the STS, but now with the upgraded, triangular intakes on the bumpers.

Back to the Gallardo STS, with a limited production run of only 150 units, and the option of only four shades, the Gallardo STS is a rather rare Bull, finished in either Rosso Mars, Grigio Telesto, or Bianco Monocerus … the latter two being non-metallic shades in case you are wondering, and while I liked the red STS a lot, just about the only visible things taken from the racecar were the large rear wing and the engine cover with quick-release system, making it a two-person job if you wanted to access the V10.

So what about the 2013 Gallardo Squadra Corse then? Now this is a much rarer car, only 50 would be built, with 15 of those reserved for the US market, and there was a catch … while other markets would be able to select from a palette of four different shades (grey, white, red and yellow) all 15 units that would be shipped to dealers in the United States were finished in Giallo Midas, so these are about as rare as it gets in the Gallardo line-up.

So the first official photos of the Gallardo Squadra Corse were published in July 2013, by December 2013 we got to see the first images of the new V10 model, the Huracán, which would be publically unveiled at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show … 7 years later, in November 2020 the Huracán STO was introduced … and while initial rumors mentioned this would also become a limited edition model, nothing about production number capping is to be found in the press release.

So will they build as much Huracan STO as orders come in, or will they eventually limit it to 700 units, which is a number that was floating around on the internet before the release, and it seems you can order the STO in any shade you like, with different wheel options, a black or color-coded roof and engine cover … it almost feels like a more expensive, more brutal version of the Huracán that’s on the price list, nothing more.

So I wonder if getting a Huracan STO is the best bet at this moment in time? Right now, I would wholeheartedly say yes, this is a stunning car, it looks amazing straight from the factory, and you can spec it just as you like, even the Ad Personam studio is involved option wise on the Super Trofeo Omologata, and I’m sure the driving experience will be unbelievable with all the goodies from the Huracán EVO underneath a stunningly aggressive body … but what about the future?

Currently, the Huracán STO is listed at about USD 330,000 before taxes, back in 2013 the Gallardo SC was USD260,000, but today both the Gallardo STS and the Gallardo SC are around the $200,000 mark, and with the rarity of these two initial Super Trofeo derivates, I guess their price won’t drop any further, and possibly even increase, while it seems the Huracán STO isn’t limited at all, and if they eventually limit the production we might be looking at 700 or more units.

In the long run, I think the Gallardo Squadra Corse is a much better investment, with the Gallardo Super Trofeo Stradale a close second, but today I would also go for the brand new Huracán STO and enjoy it to the fullest, this isn’t a car that deserves to become a garage queen, the Super Trofeo Omologata wants to be driven … driven hard.

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First rumored in early 2020 with spy shots sparking intrigue, the whispers went silent until November 18, 2020, when the veil was lifted, revealing a Blu Laufey finished spectacle. There was a street-legal race car for the road, an unapologetic machine complete with an air scoop visible above the roof, poised to redefine both the Huracán family and the very notion of what a sports car could be.

Destined to sit at the pinnacle of Lamborghini’s lineup, the Huracán STO emerges not just as a car but as an experience that transforms even the most mundane journey into an extraordinary adventure. Whether on the track or on the way to the mall, the roar of its 5.2-liter V10 engine, boasting an impressive 631 horsepower, promises to be a siren song for those daring enough to listen. But the STO’s story is far more nuanced, weaving together elements of power, agility, and innovation in a package 88 pounds lighter than its contemporaries, setting a new standard in the competitive world of high-performance automotive artistry.

Join us as we delve into the details of this remarkable creation, exploring its technical prowess and its ability to turn the road into a racetrack.

Highlights of Lamborghini Huracán STO

• Examining the new Huracán STO, short for Super Trofeo Omologata, reveals that it’s a road-legal version of the Super Trofeo EVO racecar. At first glance, only the headlights, taillights, doors, mirrors, and possibly the air intake in front of the rear wheels seem to be retained from the base Huracán EVO.
• Unlike the regular Huracán EVO, the STO lacks a front hood and fenders. Instead, the entire front section hinges upward like the iconic Lamborghini Miura. This not only saves weight but also facilitates any maintenance during track days, a feature fondly called ‘Cofango.’
• Visibly, the STO sports a pronounced front spoiler lip and a large air intake, accented by a livery bar that bears a slight resemblance to the Huracán EVO. With widened fenders and two massive air vents in front of the windshield, the design is more aggressive. Being 20% lighter than the Performante and made of over 75% carbon fiber, the body employs a new aerospace-derived ‘sandwich’ technique to make the carbon fiber 25% lighter. The Huracán STO’s dry weight is just 1,339 kg, emphasizing weight-saving measures.
• Above the front wheel arches, air vents extract heat from the new CCM-R disks behind magnesium center-lock wheels specific to the STO. Additional air intakes on the undertray and no sliding windows on this street-legal racecar maintain comfort without losing the Lamborghini essence.
• The STO also has wider rear wheel arches, inspired by the Countach, with a NACA duct and aerodynamic shape that channels air to the large, manually adjustable rear wing, allowing downforce changes by 13%. Unlike other models, there’s no ALA on this new Huracán STO.
• A standout feature is the large air intake above the roof that draws cold air to the engine, blending into a vertical ‘Shark fin’ on the engine cover that houses ten air vents. The cover also includes air deflectors to regulate fresh air intake based on engine temperature.
• Rear-wheel steering comes standard on the STO, and the traditional ‘Strada,’ ‘Sport,’ or ‘Corsa modes are replaced by ‘STO,’ ‘Trofeo,’ and ‘Pioggia.’ The STO setting allows spirited driving in various conditions, with an optional ESC disablement. Trofeo mode focuses on dry track performance and lap timing, while Pioggia mode adapts to wet conditions for better traction and handling.
• Inside, weight reduction continues with extensive carbon fiber, Alcantara, and Lamborghini’s Carbon Skin upholstery. The carpets are replaced with CF ones, and the interior features carbon fiber door panels reminiscent of the Aventador SVJ and Gallardo Superleggera. A titanium arch fitted with four-point seatbelts is provided in partnership with Akrapovic, and a new HMI display graces the central console. With an integrated telemetry system, the Huracán STO can record lap times, and users can analyze this data through the Lamborghini Unica app on smartphones.

Performance

The Lamborghini Huracán STO is a high-performance vehicle with impressive specs. It is powered by a 5.2-liter V10 engine that generates a maximum power of 640 hp at 8,000 rpm. The engine produces 630 horsepower and 417 lb-ft of torque. The Huracán STO can reach a top speed of 310 km/h (192.6 mph).

The acceleration of the Huracán STO is quite remarkable, as it can go from 0 to 100 km/h (0-62 mph) in just 3.0 seconds and 0 to 200 km/h (0-124 mph) in 9 seconds. Braking performance is equally impressive, with the car capable of coming to a stop from 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 30 meters and from 200 km/h (124 mph) in 110 meters.

The Huracán STO’s chassis is made from a hybrid of aluminum and carbon fiber, while its body is made from aluminum and synthetic materials. The vehicle is designed for superb track performance and is suitable for use on the road as well.

MPG & Fuel Economy

As a high-performance exotic car, the Huracán STO prioritizes performance and driving experience over fuel economy. Official EPA fuel economy ratings for the Huracán STO are not available, as they can vary depending on factors like driving style, conditions, and other variables.

However, we can make an estimation based on the fuel economy figures of the related Huracán models. The Huracán Performante, for example, has EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 13 miles per gallon (mpg) in the city, 18 mpg on the highway, and 15 mpg combined. The Huracán STO, being a more performance-oriented version, may have slightly lower fuel economy ratings than the Performante.

It is important to keep in mind that fuel economy is not the primary concern for most buyers of high-performance exotic cars like the Lamborghini Huracán STO, who are more focused on the driving experience, performance, and exclusivity.

Interior & Exterior Design

The Lamborghini Huracán STO (Super Trofeo Omologata) features a striking and aggressive design inspired by its racing heritage. Both the interior and exterior of the car showcase a blend of performance-focused elements, aerodynamic enhancements, and luxurious materials.

Exterior Design:

The exterior of the Huracán STO has been carefully engineered to optimize aerodynamics, downforce, and cooling while maintaining the unmistakable Lamborghini design language. Some of the most notable features include:

1. A new front splitter, larger air intakes, and a revised front bumper improve airflow and cooling.
2. A large adjustable rear wing that provides increased downforce for better stability at high speeds.
3. A shark fin on the engine cover enhances lateral stability and directs airflow to the rear wing.
4. Louvered front fenders and rear wheel arches to reduce turbulence and improve overall aerodynamics.
5. A rear hood scoop for enhanced engine cooling.
6. A lighter-weight, magnesium-wheel design.
7. The use of carbon fiber throughout the body and chassis significantly reduces the overall weight of the car.

Interior Design:

The interior of the Huracán STO is focused on providing a motorsport-inspired, driver-centric environment. It combines luxury materials with lightweight and functional components. Key features of the interior include:

1. Carbon fiber sport seats are covered in Alcantara, offering comfort and support during high-performance driving.
2. A customizable digital instrument cluster that displays essential information such as speed, RPM, and various performance settings, with graphics inspired by Lamborghini race cars.
3. The center console houses the Lamborghini Infotainment System (LIS), which provides access to audio, navigation, and vehicle settings. A touchscreen controls the system, and physical buttons are available for essential functions.
4. Carbon fiber and Alcantara materials are used extensively throughout the cabin, giving it a premium and race-oriented feel.
5. A flat-bottomed, multifunction steering wheel allows easy access to various driving modes and car settings.
6. A range of personalization options through Lamborghini’s Ad Personam program allows owners to customize the interior with different colors, materials, and finishes to create a unique, bespoke experience.

Price

By going through the Ad Personam studio, customers can create almost limitless combinations of exterior and interior shades, but that will raise the base price of €249,412 (Europe) or $327,838 (USA) before taxes considerably before the first deliveries in the spring of 2021 will happen.

Today of a new 2022 Lamborghini Huracán STO has an MSRP range of $327,838, and the first suggested retail price in the USA was $327,838 excluding taxes/GST. Meanwhile, the used 2021 Lamborghini Huracán STO price ranges from $249,000 with 249 miles to $453,396 with 4,806 miles. Additionally, used 2022 Lamborghini Huracán STO prices range from $485,500 with 404 miles to $499,888 with 31 miles. It is worth noting that prices may vary based on factors such as vehicle mileage, accident history, and dealership location.

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Interior & Exterior Design

For the exterior of the Huracán EVO Fluo Capsule, buyers have a range of exciting choices. The matt black roof, wing mirrors, side sill, and rear diffuser are elegantly offset with fluo color lines that complement the body’s special paint. Even the large intakes in the front bumper are presented in black to create a cohesive look.

Five striking shades are available:

• Giallo Clarus: A matt yellow that adds a burst of brightness.
• Verde Shock: A matt green offering a touch of audacity.
• Celeste Fedra: A blue hue that’s truly eye-catching.
• Arancio Livrea and Arancio Dac: Two distinct orange shades that bring a level of brightness to the lineup.

Each of these shades is vivid and designed to be paired with an all-black interior, making for an engaging visual contrast.

Interior

For the interior, you can optionally go for the new sport seats, or keep the original comfort seats, either in leather or Alcantara in EVO Sportivo finish, and while the entire interior is finished in unicolor black, depending on the exterior color of the Huracán EVO Fluo Capsule you get the embroidered Raging Bull logo on the headrest, the cover over the starter button, and the EVO script on the seat back in the same shade.

Performance

The Lamborghini Huracán EVO Fluo Capsule is a special edition of the Huracán EVO, a mid-engine sports car produced by the Italian manufacturer Lamborghini. The Fluo Capsule was introduced to showcase Lamborghini’s Ad Personam customization program and features unique design elements and vibrant colors to make it stand out from the standard Huracán EVO.

Performance-wise, the Huracán EVO Fluo Capsule shares the same specifications as the regular Huracán EVO. A 5.2-liter naturally aspirated V10 engine powers the model that produces 640 horsepower (470 kW) and 443 lb-ft (600 Nm) of torque. The engine is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, which sends power to all four wheels via an advanced all-wheel-drive system.

The Huracán EVO Fluo Capsule can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 2.9 seconds and has a top speed of around 202 mph (325 km/h). It also benefits from Lamborghini’s Aerodinamica Lamborghini Attiva (ALA) system, which actively adjusts the car’s aerodynamics to optimize downforce and reduce drag for improved performance and handling.

In terms of exterior design, the Fluo Capsule features a matte finish in a choice of five eye-catching colors: Verde Shock, Arancio Livrea, Celeste Fedra, Arancio Dac, and Giallo Clarus. The exterior also has contrasting accents in high-gloss black, including the roof, mirrors, and rear diffuser. Inside, the cabin boasts sport seats with Alcantara upholstery, which can be matched to the exterior color, and Fluo Capsule embroidery on the seats and floor mats.

The Lamborghini Huracán EVO Fluo Capsule is a visually striking and unique version of the Huracán EVO, designed for those who appreciate personalized style and bold colors.

Price

The base price of the Lamborghini Huracan Evo Fluo Capsule is $498,665, which is approximately $39,000 more than the standard Huracan Evo, not including on-road costs. The specific example mentioned was equipped with numerous options that increased the price by a substantial $72,810. Some of these options include a transparent engine cover, carbon-ceramic brakes, a forged composites package, and sports seats, which many consider essential. However, spending $6,480 for Apple CarPlay might be viewed as excessive.

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