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Wild Six-Wheeled Lamborghini Urus Has Three Powered Axles

Lamborghini is at present engaged on a plug-in hybrid powertrain for the Urus, however we stumbled upon a very completely different sort of hybrid Urus. This one doesn’t have any electrification, as a substitute it combines a twin-turbo V8 with a six-wheel structure.

This beast has been displaying up briefly on-line over the previous few weeks and a brand new quick video on YouTube lastly provides us a better take a look at the venture. It’s a closely modified Urus with three axles and 6 wheels. The weirdest half is that there’s no open cargo mattress like a truck however a totally enclosed space with a rear hatch. The construct seems to be virtually utterly completed at this level, except for a couple of seen touches that might most likely be painted.

But that’s not simply an elongated Urus with six wheels. Many exterior parts are unique to the SUV, together with that brutal rear diffuser, the extra lip spoiler on the roof, and the prolonged wheel arches. Those wheels aren’t inventory both.

The huge query right here is: Who constructed it? Credits go to an organization known as South Florida Jeeps, which is answerable for the six-wheeled behemoth. If that title doesn’t ring a bell, this firm additionally makes Wranglers and Broncos with six wheels (see the associated hyperlinks above) below its Apocalypse Manufacturing model. We reached out to the aftermarket studio and received some juicy particulars.

The firm confirmed that the wheels on the again are literally motorized. Apocalypse Manufacturing confirmed the second and third axles work in tandem, making the Urus an much more succesful machine. The firm informed us no tweaks have been made because the inventory 4.0-liter V8 because it was potent sufficient with its 641 horsepower.

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This Lamborghini Urus Police Car Is Made To Transport Organs

Lamborghini made a reputation for itself constructing impractical unique automobiles, however the Urus can comfortably seat 5 with baggage. It’s additionally significantly cheaper than the V10 and V12 options, so it comes as no shock that the SUV has been dominating the sales charts since its launch in 2018. But the time as come for the Urus to display its versatility much more by reporting for police obligation.

It’s the sixth car loaned by Lamborghini to the Italian police pressure and this one is predicated on the warmer Performante model. It follows within the footsteps of different raging bulls transformed for police work, together with the Gallardo and Huracan supercars used for high-speed organ transport. This Urus additionally has a particular refrigerated compartment within the trunk to ship organs to these in want of a transplant. In addition, the moveable fridge can carry plasma.


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Rental Lamborghini Urus Sideswiped After Two Hours Costs $62,000 To Fix

The Lamborghini Urus is a highly sought-after car, but its steep price tag makes it inaccessible for most people. Priced at over $200,000, this “Super SUV” is usually reserved for the wealthy elite. However, if you want to experience its 641 horsepower and take your friends for a spin, renting one is your only option.

Unfortunately, rental company Gotham Dream Cars had their Urus sidelined after just two hours of renting it out. The vehicle, which had only done 5,000 miles, was sideswiped while waiting at a red light. Now, it’s waiting for replacement parts to get back on the road. Despite being the most common Lamborghini car with 20,000 units produced by mid-2022, finding replacement parts for the Urus has proven to be a challenge.

2022 Lamborghini Urus repair costs

The CEO of Gotham Dream Cars, Rob Ferretti, explained that finding replacement passenger-side doors and a side mirror has been difficult. The goal was to get the Urus back on the road within a week, but two weeks later, they are still waiting for the replacement panels to arrive.

The cost of the parts alone adds up to $36,292, with an additional $9,487 for body labor. On top of that, there is a paint labor cost of $6,987 and a paint cost of $4,192. Work done on the frame amounts to $1,050, and there’s an extra $128 for “body supplies.” Interestingly, the repair bill includes a miscellaneous charge of $35.

When you add up all these costs, it comes to a total of $58,173 to fix the Urus. With sales tax included, the grand total reaches $62,027. This is a significant amount of money, especially considering that it’s enough to buy a 2024 BMW M2, which is a completely different car. It’s worth noting that the Urus shares its mechanical underpinnings with the more affordable Audi RS Q8.

Although the rental company offered the driver a replacement vehicle, he has chosen to wait until the Urus is repaired since the accident was not his fault, and he is paying for the entire month.

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Motorcycle Crash Prevention Tech Promises Riders And Drivers A Sixth Sense For Safety

Ducati’s V2V technology, tested with a Lamborghini Urus and Ducati Multistrada, aims to address three critical and dangerous types of motorcycle accidents by providing drivers and riders with enhanced situational awareness and response time. The technology acts as a digital sixth sense, offering important safety signals in scenarios where visibility is limited or obstructed.

One scenario is Intersection Movement Assist (IMA), where both a motorcycle and a car approach a busy intersection from different roads. The V2V tech alerts the car’s driver of the approaching motorcycle, prompting them to proceed with caution. Similarly, the Left Turn Assist (LTA) feature involves a car turning left at an intersection, with the motorcyclist receiving a warning signal when the driver activates their turn signal.

The third scenario, Do Not Pass Warning (DNPW), occurs when a motorcycle attempts to overtake a larger vehicle while a car ahead plans to make a left turn. The system sends a warning to the motorcyclist when both the motorist and the motorcyclist activate their blinkers before turning.

Although still in the prototype stage, Ducati’s V2V technology has the potential to prevent numerous accidents and save lives. Lamborghini and Ducati have released a joint video showcasing the importance of this safety technology, which can be viewed on Lamborghini’s YouTube channel and website.

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Automobili Lamborghini launches Esperienza Avventura in China

The “Expedition into the Wild” experience with the Urus Performante in southern Gansu ignites a passion for adventure

Gansu, 10 July 2023 – Lamborghini Esperienza Avventura has arrived in China for the first time, marking a new chapter in Lamborghini’s experience program. The “Expedition into the Wild” allowed guests to travel nearly 900 km across varying road conditions in the Lamborghini Urus Performante. Along the way, they experienced dramatic landscapes as the Lamborghini Super SUV conquered the wilderness, starting from the golden city of Lanzhou.

“On the occasion of the brand’s 60th anniversary, the Lamborghini Esperienza Avventura enters China for the first time, demonstrating our confidence in and focus on the Chinese market once again,” said Konstantin Sychev, Managing Director of Automobili Lamborghini Chinese mainland, Hong Kong & Macao. “With this new program dedicated to the Urus family, our customers can participate in an authentic driving activity, with the brave spirit of Lamborghini and its Super SUVs delivering the ultimate lifestyle experience.”

During the four-day trip, a fleet of 12 Lamborghini Urus vehicles set off from Lanzhou and drove through the Ganjia Secret Land, which features distinct peaks, valleys, wild dirt roads, and highland meadows with stunning views of the Secret Land from the vast grasslands. On the Sangke Grasslands, the Urus Performante showcased its capabilities away from the road, as the powerful Super SUV drove through the summer grazing routes.

Guests had the opportunity to experience a unique blend of natural beauty and traditional culture with a blessing at Labrang Monastery, followed by a visit to Norlha Workshop to appreciate Tibetan textiles and styling. Finally, the fleet reached the Amigonghong rangeland to savor local cuisine, with the adventurers enjoying an exclusive Lamborghini outdoor evening celebration.

The Urus convoy demonstrated the versatility of the Urus SSUV and its V8 twin turbo engine, which ensured easy city driving, maximum comfort during long stretches, dynamic performance on the road, and powerful capabilities across various off-road routes, highlighted by a wide range of weather conditions.

Taking the fun-to-drive sportiness of the Super SUV to a new level on dirt tracks, the Urus Performante introduces a new Rally mode. This mode enhances the oversteer character of the vehicle with optimized anti-roll and damping systems for rough and extreme surfaces. The Active Torque Vectoring guarantees agility and precision on mountain roads under highland weather conditions with reduced grip. The Urus’ powerful terrain-conquering abilities and adventurous spirit are perfectly illustrated by its ability to navigate rough and uneven roads, making it the perfect choice for an “expedition into the wild.”

The bold brand spirit was showcased throughout the journey, both in terms of the different landscapes crossed by the Urus Performante and the highly adventurous nature of the event. The Urus Performante offers numerous Ad Personam configurations with a virtually limitless range of colors and personalization options, reflecting the individuality of Urus owners.

[1] Fuel consumption and emission values of Urus Performante in China: CO2-emissions combined: 308 g/km (c6b WLTC)

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Watch Lamborghini Executives Take The Huracán Sterrato Off-Road

Introducing the Urus super SUV to showcase its off-road capabilities, Lamborghini has continued to push the boundaries of Italian supercars with the creation of the Huracán Sterrato as its adventurous counterpart. Currently, all 1,499 sold-out chassis of the Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato are in production and awaiting delivery to new owners. In their newest YouTube episode of Off-Road Talk #01, Lamborghini Director of Communications Tim Bravo and Head of Design Mitja Borkert take the wheel of two rally-ready Huracán Sterratos to discuss the advantages of reimagining the V10 supercar as an off-road beast in the rugged Chuckwalla Desert.

The Huracán Sterrato is showcased in Arancio Borealis and Verde Turbine, giving insight into how customers are approaching the configuration process when designing their Lamborghini. Both Lamborghini executives agree that the best location to experience the Huracán Sterrato is in a rally-inspired environment, whether on tarmac or dirt. Combining the performance of a track car with the off-road qualifications of a 4×4, the Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato aims to set a new standard for Italian supercars. To view all current Lamborghini Huracán examples for sale, click the link below.

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Lamborghini Urus To Become Hybrid-Only Starting 2024

Lamborghini is planning to introduce a plug-in hybrid version of the Urus SUV in 2024, replacing the current models. This news comes as a surprise, as it was previously expected that the hybrid variant would be offered alongside the traditional versions. CEO Stephan Winkelmann revealed to Autocar that the hybridized Urus will become the sole offering by late 2024. The Urus Performante was unveiled in August 2022, followed by the Urus S in September.

The hybrid Urus will be available until the end of the decade, at which point Lamborghini will launch a second-generation, electric-only model. This move towards electrification is in line with the brand’s commitment to meet stringent emissions regulations. The upcoming plug-in hybrid SUV will be Lamborghini’s second PHEV, following the Revuelto, and will be followed by a third PHEV next year with the introduction of the Huracan replacement.