Lamborghini, based in Sant’Agata Bolognese, has marked an extraordinary historical transformation. It went from playing second fiddle to Ferrari to becoming a true competitor in the luxury automotive industry. But Lamborghini couldn’t have done this without the support of the Volkswagen Automotive Group (VAG) and Porsche.
After Volkswagen Group acquired Lamborghini, Audi initially governed the brand within VAG (Volkswagen Audi Group). As a result, the Italian automaker started catching up to its closest rivals. Following stellar sales figures in 2022, the Italian automaker reported record-breaking results for the first half 2023.
That said, Lamborghini’s proximity to Porsche allowed them to access the brand’s engineers and its entire lineup, including the latest 992-generation GT3 RS.
You scratch my back, and I will scratch yours
In the latest video by Varryx, viewers can observe a gray 911 fitted with the GT3 RS’s distinctive yellow brake calipers leaving and re-entering Lamborghini’s factory in Sant’Agata Bolognese.
The connection between this intriguing sight and the automakers’ plans is revealed in their mutual aspirations. Porsche is considering electrifying the powerful 992, and Lamborghini intends to succeed the Huracan with a plug-in hybrid. This shared vision has sparked a collaboration, with Lamborghini drawing inspiration from the GT3 RS, while Porsche benefits from the innovative technology behind the Huracan’s new plug-in version.
Lamborghini has also proactively developed their more compact plug-in-hybrid V8 drivetrain, testing it in the Huracan’s succesor and the next-generation Urus plug-in hybrid.
The Future and The Challenge
the car was spotted with a new set of tiresThe upcoming Euro 7 emission regulations will force many changes in the automotive landscape. Lamborghini will have to abandon its long-running V10 and adopt a smaller plug-in-hybrid V8 instead. With over 800 horsepower planned for the upcoming Huracan successor and the 2024 release of the Urus PHEV, the two companies are cautious not to infringe on the 1,000-hp mark reserved for the flagship Revuelto.
The Porsche 992-generation GT3 RS spotted at Lamborghini’s factory symbolizes more than an unusual occurrence. It’s a tangible manifestation of a mutually beneficial relationship that both companies are forging for future innovation. It highlights a shared vision to innovate, adhere to stringent regulations, and evolve with the automotive landscape.
The collaboration between Porsche and Lamborghini reveals a glimpse of the future of the high-end automotive industry, where collaboration may become as vital as competition. As they journey down this shared road filled with promise and technological advancement, we watch in anticipation, eager to see the masterpieces they will undoubtedly create together.
Porsche 992-generation GT3 RS At Lamborghini factory
