McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

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Lamborghini news from duPont REGISTRY News, updated daily, covering the V12 hybrid Revuelto, the Temerario and the Urus, one of the biggest names in luxury SUV news. Our reporting runs across reveals, first drives, one-off builds and the auction results that set values. We also follow the earlier cars, from the Countach through to the Veneno. Many sites carry supercar news, but very few carry it beside live listings. A great many of the Lamborghinis covered here are listed for sale on duPont REGISTRY, so the reporting and a real asking price appear together. For Lamborghini news today, start with the stories below.

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 10, 2022

The Upcoming New Lamborghini Urus Model Set The SUV Recor...

The new Lamborghini Urus model is setting records before it’s even introduced itself. For a while, Lamborghini has made it clear that a new version of its incredibly popular, luxurious, and powerful Urus Super SUV is on the horizon, and with the Urus taking Lamborghini off the beaten path and out of its comfort zone as a brand, this new Urus is ready to prove with numbers that Lamborghini’s SUVs are as fearsomely strong on the track as its supercars. The venue chosen to achieve this feat was the track used for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, which is one of the most famed and important tracks in the rally world. A record at Pikes Peak is undeniably respected and the hill climb has been a challenge for drivers, cars, and brands the world over for over 100 years. MUST READ: Lamborghini Urus Engine, Specs & Prices Pirelli test driver Simone Faggioli was put behind the wheel of the still-camouflaged new Urus to take on the 156 turns on the 12.42-mile-long route, which was closed to traffic for the occasion and climb up to 14,115 feet to finish the race, and he was able to get there in 10 minutes and 32 seconds. Because this new Urus model has not made an official debut yet, it was not entered in the official race, but the time was recorded by official timekeepers of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, and it bested the previous non-race day manufacturer record for SUVs of 12:35.610, as well as the current race day record for SUVs of 10:49.902, which was set by Rhys Millen in a Bentley Bentayga in 2018. With its twin-turbocharged V8 engine and tires that are an evolution of the current Urus’ Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R set developed for SUVs to perform well on both dry and wet asphalt, the vehicle was standard besides safety modifications like a roll cage, race seats, and fire extinguisher. As the reveal and debut of the new Lamborghini Urus model approaches, it already has one of the automotive world’s greatest accolades to its name. View All Lamborghini Urus For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 28, 2022

Rapper Playboi Carti Picks Up His New Widebody Lamborghin...

Playboi Carti hits the streets in his newly acquired baby blue Lamborghini super-SUV. Being the token reward for the success of any individual, high-line exotic cars establish status within the world of luxury lifestyle. Whether it's an influential individual, professional athlete, or musician, they all share the same passion for the finer things in life. The luxury automotive team at Wires Only of Los Angeles, CA specializes in providing celebrities and affluent car enthusiasts with some of the most exclusive supercars on the market. Owner of Wires Only RD Whittington took to the dealership's Instagram page to congratulate American rapper Playboi Carti on the purchase of his new 2021 Lamborghini Urus. The once Bianco Icarus (White) Urus went through a complete overhaul to modify its look with a new choice of color, along with a wide body kit that completely changes its already aggressive appearance. MUST-READ: 2022 Lamborghini Urus Price & Specs The modifications start with a carbon fiber 1016 Industries wide body kit, which replaces the factory Lamborghini front bumper, fenders, side skirts, hood, and rear bumper. Adding to its widened curvature and lower ride height, the build comes fit with a set of custom black RDBLA wheels. The interior is centered around comfort and style with Nero Ade leather seats, progressive technology, carbon fiber dashboard, and Alcantara highlights. Powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, the Lamborghini Urus can accelerate from 0-60mph in 3.2 seconds and reaches a top speed of 190 mph. Needless to say, we are excited to see Playboi Carti feature his newest garage addition in some of his upcoming music videos. View all of the current Lamborghini Urus inventory for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle releases and celebrity car news. VIEW ALL LAMBORGHINI URUS FOR SALE View this post on Instagram A post shared by RD (@wiresonly) Source: @wiresonly IG

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 28, 2022

Lamborghini's New "Esperienza Avventura" Takes the Urus T...

The Urus brings the Lamborghini brand to places it’s never traversed before, and this new Lamborghini experience shows that off. For most of the time that the brand has been in existence, few have thought of Lamborghini as a brand that was ready for adventure, but the introduction of the Urus SUV changed that, and with a new series of events called “Esperienza Avventura,” Lamborghini is eager to take the Urus off the beaten path. This new program of events is made for Lamborghini customers who want to experience the full adventuring potential of the Urus hailing from Europe and the Middle East. MUST READ: Lamborghini Celebrates The Espada 400 GT During The 60th Anniversary Of Its V12 Engine Lasting a month, 50 of these customers participated in daily stages of around 180 miles in stunning locations on the southern Icelandic coast. The cars were subjected to a range of terrains, from the lava flow of the new Geldingadalir Valley volcano on the Reykjanes Peninsula to the Kvernufoss waterfall, the Katla Glacier, the Jokursarlon Glacier Lagoon, and more. An advanced all-wheel-drive system, combined with a twin-turbocharged V8 engine producing 650 horsepower and 627 lb/ft of torque made sure that the Urus was ready for everything that was thrown at it. View All Lamborghini Urus For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 06, 2022

Watch A Lamborghini Huracán Super Trofeo Tow A Lamborghin...

The track-inspired Lamborghini Huracán proves to be more of a functional every day driver. While Automobili Lamborghini defines itself as a supercar manufacturer with models like the Aventador and Huracán, the brand established its dominance in the luxury SUV class with the introduction of the Urus. The Lamborghini Urus was the answer to every question asking why Super-SUVs were not a thing, incorporating towing capabilities into an everyday drivable Italian supercar. For automotive YouTuber Alex Choi, he believes that his Lamborghini Huracán Super Trofeo build is just as capable of towing with just a few minor upgrades. MUST-READ: 2023 Lamborghini Urus Price, Horsepower, 0-60 In a recent video uploaded to his YouTube channel, Alex fits his 1,250-horsepower twin-turbocharged Huracán with a class four tailer hitch that bolts to the subframe. After a failed first attempt at getting a blue Lamborghini Urus on the car trailer for a test run, Alex goes back to his garage to see if his modified Audi RS6 Avant will fit for his first delivery run. The test drive takes Alex Choi to Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills where bystanders are jaw-dropped at the scene of a Lamborghini Huracán towing a full-size Audi sport wagon. The fun continues as the modified Huracán launches and burns out with more trailer companions like a Toyota Tacoma and Lamborghini Huracàn STO. Intending to recreate a viral video of a Urus towing a Huracan, Alex finds a larger trailer and a red Lamborghini Urus to capture the infamous role reversal. View all of the current Lamborghini models for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle releases and supercar news. View All Lamborghini For Sale Source: Alex Choi YouTube

By Andrew Nabors – November 16, 2021

Lamborghini Urus Price, Specs, and Photos

Urus Price The Lamborghini Urus for sale is approximately $218,000 brand new although approximately 70% of buyers spend an average of an extra $40,000 to customize their Super SUVs. As only the second SUV released by the iconic brand, Lamborghini has exceeded expectations for their latest crossover. Despite the huge interest in the Lamborghini Urus specs, production numbers are only expected to reach around 9,000 to maintain the exclusivity that Lamborghini is accustomed to. This will ensure that the Lamborghini Urus price does not fall below its current value, however, buyers who are interested in purchasing a used Lamborghini Urus in the future should be prepared to shell out for the upgrades and luxury options that many are opting for. Considering all that you get, no matter the options the Lamborghini SUV price is well worth it. The Urus is not only a Lamborghini, a vehicle everyone wants to be seen in, it's also incredibly capable. VIDEO REVIEW: Lamborghini Urus Urus Review First introduced to the market at the end of 2017, the new Lamborghini Urus specs shocked the world with its debut as the world’s very first Super Sports Utility Vehicle. Created and manufactured by the renowned Italian automaker, the expectation for the Lamborghini Urus horsepower is 641 hp. After an in-depth Lamborghini Urus review, however, the breathtaking SUV undoubtedly proves that it is worthy of donning the legendary Lamborghini brand. From the impeccable driving elements to its flawless acceleration and undeniable curb appeal, the Urus marries together practicality and exorbitance to establish an entirely new species of Sports Utility Vehicles. Urus Specs After a few laps of urban and highway driving, we decided to see what makes the Lamborghini Urus for sale such an attractive machine. First, it makes use of a compact 4-liter V8 and twin turbos. When spooled, they provoke the raging bull to run 0-60 mph in 2.93 seconds. If you have the constitution to handle such acceleration, the Lamborghini Urus top speed is 190 mph. Not many SUVs will ever be able to match the 1/4 mile times of 11.3 at 121 mph. Given the Lamborghini Urus weight of nearly 5,000 lbs without passengers, the Lamborghini Urus performance is easy to see Lamborghini Urus Specs: Price: $255,000 Engine: 4.0-liter Twin Turbo V8 Transmission: 8-speed Automatic Horsepower: 641 hp Torque: 627 lb-ft 0-60 mph: 2.93 seconds 1/4-Mile: 11.2 Seconds @ 120 mph Top Speed: 190 mph Weight: 4,844 lbs Urus Engine Fueled by a robust V-8 bi-turbo engine, the Lamborghini Urus specs are nothing short of impressive. Generating 641 horsepower and maximum torque of 627 lb-ft allow the super SUV to reach a staggering top speed of 190 MPH. Equally, awe-inspiring is the Lamborghini Urus 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds. While the engine itself is powerful, the performance is enhanced by Lamborghini’s focus on the power-to-weight ratio, which is ranked as number one among all SUVs currently on the market. It is the first Lamborghini V8 to use reverse-flow heads. The intake manifolds are outboard while the exhaust ports feed both turbos inside the valley. Not only do they spool instantly, but the catalytic converters and oxygen sensors are also relatively easy to access. It is half the size of the engine found in Lamborghini's first SUV and makes twice the power. Not only will your family arrive in style, but you can also tow 7,000 lbs with ease Urus Transmission The 2018 Lamborghini Urus is operated with an exclusive 8-speed automatic transmission that allows for a smooth transition from stop to go and every move in-between. Built to order by ZF, each ratio was chosen to keep the engine in its powerband with the turbos spinning. Harnessing the power of the engine and this well-balanced weight-to-power ratio, the Lamborghini Urus specs a transmission that gains assistance from several other features. Implementations such as permanent 4-wheel drive and active torque vectoring enable the Urus to tackle any terrain. What's more, the Urus is equipped with a top-of-the-line Adaptive Network Intelligent Management (ANIMA) selector that comes complete with six driving modes, including Strada, Sport, Corsa, Sabbia, Neve, Terra, and Ego modes. Each of these modes enhances the performance of the Urus in specific circumstances to give drivers total control of their driving experience while maintaining a sporty behavior. Urus Brakes Like most Lamborghini Urus specs, it arrives equipped with an advanced braking system. In the front, the Lamborghini Urus brakes are equipped with 10 piston brake calipers while single-piston calipers are placed in the rear. Also comparable to the sports car renditions, these highly renowned brakes allow the Urus to go from 60 MPH to a standstill in just 110 feet. The front rotors are 17.3" with 10-piston calipers while the rears measure 14.5: with six pistons. Not only are they the largest carbon ceramics, but the Lamborghini Urus brakes are also the largest brakes of any production vehicle. They are commanded by the latest instability control, which can be relaxed by changing driving modes. Urus Design Best known for their exotic, sleek, and over-the-top sports cars, Lamborghini Urus specs are those of a groundbreaking SUV. Despite the substantial differences between traditional Lamborghini models and ordinary Sports Utility Vehicles, the Italian automaker set out to combine the best of both worlds without defying the brand’s identity. The result of this concept is a vehicle that is equal parts sports car and off-road SUV. Standing at 64.5 inches in height, 201.3 inches in length, and 79.4 inches in width with a curb weight of 4,900lbs, the Lamborghini Urus is both muscular and sleek with a coupe-like appearance. Urus Interior Step inside the world of a Lamborghini SUV, fully equipped with five seats. From top to bottom, the interior of the 2018 Urus is sophisticated in terms of both aesthetics and technology. From a visual standpoint, the interior exudes fine Italian craftsmanship and an alluring mystique that can only be found in a Lamborghini truck. Dressed in natural leather, Alcantara, and contrasting stitching, there is no doubt that this SUV looks the part. Furthermore, the Lamborghini Urus specs offer the widest variety of customization options ever presented in a Lamborghini to ensure the perfect fit for every owner. When it comes to technology, there is no shortage of state-of-the-art additions in the cockpit. Three separate TFT screens and a virtual keyboard launch the Urus into the future with a focus on driver comfort and control. Despite all of these inclusions, the interior of the Lamborghini Urus remains true to the brand’s DNA and follows the same “Y” dash architecture found within the brand’s flagship sports car models. Urus Standout Features Despite the fact that the Lamborghini Urus is not a traditional super sports car, it is a much more practical purchase for many drivers. With top speeds of 190 MPH, it is the fastest SUV in the world and because of its sports car influence in design, it looks every bit a Lamborghini. Likewise, it is able to comfortably accommodate 5 passengers, unlike most Lamborghini sports cars. This alone has certainly sparked the interest of those who would not ordinarily be interested in a vehicle produced by Lamborghini. Paired with its potent performance, off-road capabilities, and lavish interior that focuses on comfort, the Lamborghini Urus is the ultimate Sports Utility Vehicle. To make the Urus even more capable, Lamborghini unveiled the Urus ST-X, a race-ready version of the SUV that is planned to compete in model-specific races. There were plans for the races to begin in 2020, but the pandemic seemed to push that back. Still, Lamborghini will surely be updating the world with news regarding the Urus ST-X races soon. Sell My Lamborghini Urus: Get a Cash Offer View All Lamborghini Urus For Sale " width="680"> Image Source: Lamborghini

By Edward Jones – October 13, 2021

Lamborghini Urus Travels the Highest Drivable Road in the...

The highest point ever reached by a Lamborghini. Something that I didn't know is that the Umling La Pass in India's Ladakh region is 19,300 feet above sea level. That height puts it above the Everest Base Camp by almost 2,000 feet. Being so high up, the air is thin and cold, and wind speed varies from 25 to 50 mph. Essentially, this is one of the most challenging roads in the world. Lamborghini recently took their Lamborghini Urus SUV to the road to show that it could not only handle the weather conditions but also rough terrain. Not only did the Urus traverse the road, but it did so twice. MUST READ: Lamborghini Urus 0-60, Horsepower, Price & Specs Mr. Sharad Agarwal, Head of Lamborghini India has this to say regarding the feat: “This is a proud moment for Lamborghini as the Urus unlocks the pinnacle of high-altitude driving across the Umling La Pass. I would like to congratulate the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) and its team on their remarkable achievement. When we reached Umling La Pass, even standing for 30 minutes was extremely difficult, and how the team completed the road in such extreme weather conditions is unimaginable. During the 87.5 km-long drive from Hanle to Umling La, Urus performed brilliantly under the Terra and Sport driving modes on a road that sits higher than the base camp of Mount Everest.” See Lamborghini Urus For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 17, 2021

Watch Lamborghini x Aaron Durogati Take The Urus Through ...

From the track to the Swiss Alps, the Lamborghini Urus will get you there. The Lamborghini Urus was created as the brand’s first Super SUV, built to bridge the gap between all-terrain and track-inspired performance. Although the Urus is designed as an all-occasion vehicle, many on the road are only used to its minimal potential. Lamborghini is teaming up with two-time world paragliding champion, Aaron Durogati, to put the Urus to the test during his most challenging competition yet. On June 20 Aaron Durogati will start the RedBull X-Alps event, one of the toughest and most adventurous races in the world. The thirty-three selected athletes participating in this edition will compete by ‘hike and fly’ only, to cover the 770-mile Alpine course in the fastest time possible. The race will take place daily between 5 a.m. and 10 p.m. until the last athlete completes the route, passing through twelve mandatory checkpoints across Austria, Germany, Switzerland, France, and Italy, then back to Austria. Due to its high load capacity and its ability to travel over a wide range of terrains at any pace, the Urus will act as the athlete’s personal support vehicle during the competition, allowing his support team to follow him throughout the race: a race that only the most skilled and strongest athletes can tackle. Thanks to its versatility, sportiness, reliability, and off-road capabilities, the Lamborghini Urus has already supported Aaron Durogati during his preparations for the race. Watch Aaron put the Lamborghini Urus to the test on his great adventure through the Swiss Alps by clicking the video above. View All Lamborghini Urus For Sale For more Lamborghini news, Check out The Best Lamborghini Murcielagos You Can Buy Today Media/Information Source: Automobili Lamborghini

By Andrew Nabors – May 06, 2021

Lamborghini Urus Shatters 1000m Record On Ice

A hot Super SUV tackles the frozen north Lake Baikal is the largest & deepest body of fresh water on Earth. When Russia decided to build their Trans-Siberian railroad, the ice was thick enough to hold freight trains with several steam engines. That's why it can easily handle a Lamborghini. Wanting to thaw out the top speed through 1000 meters, they asked Muscovite Andrey Leontyev to get behind the wheel. He is an 18-time champion of speed weeks at the lake, so his skills speak for themselves. “When I saw the frozen Lake Baikal for the first time I immediately realized that it was a perfect track. Records were being set on impeccable-quality asphalt roads and salt lakes around the world, but in Russia we don’t have any of that. Instead, we have a lot of ice, and that’s how the idea came to me. So I once decided to come to Baikal with a friend and did some racing. Nobody thought this would get us anywhere, but we were determined to make it something big. In the past ten years we gained FIA recognition to make our ice-track records official. We fully abide by all FIA regulations and we have a legitimate record-setting arena.” Along with a team from the FIA, a new Urus hit a top speed of 185 mph in the half-mile. With an average speed of 114 mph, it would be a great starter for our local Tampa Bay Lightning, Our dealers are having a hard time keeping the Urus on the lot and Lamborghini had to add a graveyard shift to keep up with demand. To learn what makes it so amazing, click the button to find one for yourself and stay with us for all your Lamborghini news. Browse All Lamborghini Urus For Sale Images (C) Lamborghini Automobili

By Andrew Nabors – April 30, 2021

Lamborghini Urus vs BMW X6M Half-Mile Shootout

Super SUV Showdown! Russia has ample room for racing, and that means an invitation to the fastest cars from across Europe and Asia. Half-mile racing is perfect for these high-speed machines, as both are powered by twin-turbo V8 engines with All Wheel Drive. The Italian competitor is a distant cousin of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, and the Bavarian is the flagship of their X-Class, born in Spartanburg, South Carolina. You paid for an entire seat but you are only going to need the edge. That's because Lamborghini offers 641 horsepower with a weight of 4,844 lbs. BMW replies back with 523 horsepower in 5,115 lbs. The Urus also has 100 more lb-ft of torque, but aerodynamics are the name of the game above 120 mph, so hang on for a wild ride. Browse Lamborghini Urus For Sale

By Andrew Nabors – April 16, 2021

Why Black Sabbath Loves Lamborghini

Legendary Guitarist Tommy Iommi shares his love for the brand. If you happen to find yourself on stage shredding with Ozzy, you've made it in life. Being a founding member of Black Sabbath, Tommy has been touring since 1968. When he isn't on the road, he spends time with his Lamborghini collection. In the latest press release from Sant' Agata we learned it all started with a pair of Espadas. From there he bought a pristine Miura SV, the world's first supercar that also happens to be 50 years old this month. Even though Ozzy left and came back a few times, the music is just as powerful as his cars. “For us it was all about sticking to what we do, what we believe in and what we like, from day one and all the way through. I’ve never changed my style because it’s the fashion. We’ve been in and out of fashion ourselves as things around us were constantly changing. But we never compromised and came back as big as ever, until we filled stadiums again. It was brilliant!” “We started the heavy metal genre, which inspired bands like Metallica and Dave Grohl’s Foo Fighters to find their own styles. Music changes as it goes on, but ours has pretty much stayed the same, because that’s what we do: when you’re involved in something and it’s in you, that’s what you play. We have improved it over the years, but we retained the original thing. Equally, Lamborghini has always looked for innovation while always retaining that unmatched power and unmistakable sound.” You know what must be done. Leaving work today, crank up the volume and play NIB on repeat. Tell us your favorite Lamborghini in the comments below and stay with us for all your celebrity car news. Shop Lamborghini Images (C) Lamborghini

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