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Auto Blog
02-08-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Rimac Reveals Bugatti Tourbillon And Nevera Secrets As Testing Ramps Up
Mate Rimac Reveals Bugatti & Rimac Secrets The Bugatti Tourbillon is deep into its development and testing phases, with numerous prototypes being tested in various conditions around the world. As it draws nearer, Top Gear got the opportunity to learn more about the upcoming hypercar from Bugatti-Rimac CEO Mate Rimac, who gave the publication a tour of the massive facility where Tourbillon prototypes are being built (the production cars will be made in Molsheim, of course) and Neveras are prepared for their customers. Along with recapping and elaborating on many of the Tourbillon's neat innovations and design elements, Mr. Rimac also revealed some interesting details that would not be found in a press release, including the fact that the Nevera shares only a single part with another vehicle and that the electric hypercar almost formed the basis of the Tourbillon. How The Rimac-Based Bugatti Would Have Come To Life Source: Bradley Iger/Autoblog Mate explains that before he was directly involved with Bugatti, initial ideas included using most of the Nevera to form the basis of a new hybrid hypercar. Rimac imagined using the entire front half of the car, carrying over important elements like the dual electric motors and the steering system, cooling components, brakes, and crash structure. The battery of the Nevera would also have been retained, and then aft of the passenger compartment, a V16 would have been mated to the package. This was passed on for several reasons, but the simplest way to describe why this simpler route was not taken is with the word compromise. Not only would the dynamics of the Bugatti have been jeopardized, but the value of the brand would have been diminished, too. As Rimac succinctly said when referring to innovations like the speaker-free audio system in the cabin: 'If we [Bugatti] don't do it, who will?' In other words, Bugatti exists to set standards, not follow trends or take shortcuts, and although collaboration is okay – see the Tourbillon's Rimac-designed-and-made battery and Czinger/Divergent-sourced 3D-printed suspension – everything on a Bugatti must still be specific to the bespoke. Audi R8 Parts In A World-Beating Hypercar In the video embedded at the bottom of this article, TG's Oliie Kew notes, while looking at a naked Rimac Nevera R monocoque, that every component bears a Rimac stamp. Mate proudly says that the 'only component' shared with another car is the HVAC box from an Audi R8, and even that has been modified. Doing everything in-house must be expensive, and it is – Mate says that the Nevera project cost the team over €150 million, or around $173 million. Naturally, the conversation gravitated towards the disappointing sales figures of the hypercar, and although Mate concedes that the Nevera didn't sell out of all 150 units, he calls it 'the most successful electric sports car,' saying the company has 'sold most of them,' though an exact figure was not revealed. According to Bloomberg, Rimac has sold 50 cars as of July 2025. By providing your email address, you agree that it may be used pursuant to Arena Group's Privacy Policy. Bugatti Tourbillon Technology Coming To Everyday Cars Source: Bugatti During the tour, Mate often noted that battery packs and other components are being developed and produced for automakers that do not always wish to be named, and one example of that is highlighted around the half-hour mark, when Mate reveals that the front electric powertrain of the Tourbillon, which was developed specifically for the hypercar, has been repurposed as a rear-mounted electric motor for an unnamed upcoming SUV and sedan pairing. By developing the tech for hypercars first, the most costly research & development processes are already paid for, making the large-scale democratization of high-density energy storage and ultra-efficient motors cost-effective. In summary, the Nevera may have been a commercial failure in some ways, but it formed the foundation of the Rimac Technologies design and manufacturing juggernaut, served as a cautionary tale for Bugatti and others, and reset the bar for hypercar performance. About the Author Sebastian Cenizo View Profile
Motor 1
30-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
The Bugatti Tourbillon Doesn't Have Real Speakers. It Uses Something Much Cooler
The Bugatti Tourbillon is filled with all sorts of neat innovations. A steering wheel that rotates around a central hub , a titanium gauge cluster , 3D-printed suspension components, and a monster rear diffuser that doubles as a crash structure. Add to that a sound system that doesn't use traditional speakers. Top Gear magazine recently visited Rimac's new Croatian headquarters, where Bugatti Rimac is developing the Tourbillon. CEO Mate Rimac delights in showing off all kinds of innovations on both this and the Rimac Nevera, and he's particularly proud of the Tourbillon's sound system. Rather than using traditional speakers, the Tourbillon uses piezoelectric elements that vibrate the car's carbon-fiber tub. So effectively, the Tourbillon's chassis is one big speaker. This warrants further explanation. Traditional speakers use a magnet that receives an electrical signal, which in turn moves an electromagnetic voice coil back and forth. The voice coil is attached to some sort of diaphragm, typically a cone made from paper or metal, that vibrates, amplifying the sound. (Remember that sound is just air vibrating.) Obviously, this works incredibly well, but speaker magnets are quite heavy. A piezoelectric speaker uses a small crystal like quartz to do much the same thing. An electrical signal sent to the crystal vibrates some sort of diaphragm, usually a small piece of flat metal. Some hi-fi speakers use this technology, but more often, a piezoelectric speaker is just a small buzzer, like an alarm in an old quartz wristwatch. In the Tourbillon, the actual carbon-fiber chassis is the diaphragm—those piezo transducers are designed to transmit vibrations directly into the tub. Rimac shows Top Gear the Tourbillon's effective subwoofer, a piezo element attached to the roof of the car. It's a tiny metal piece, far smaller and lighter than a traditional speaker. The interior of the Tourbillon. No traditional speakers here. Photo by: Bugatti "Believe me, the sound quality of that car is in a different universe compared to a Chiron," Rimac says. "So we saved weight, space, and improved the sound quality." While this seems to be the first example of an automaker using piezoelectric transducers to turn a carbon-fiber tub into a speaker, the Tourbillon is not the first car to use part of its body structure for audio reproduction. Mercedes-Benz introduced a system called Front Bass that turned the front firewall of the 2013 SL into, effectively, a large speaker box. Though, this system did use traditional electromagnetic speakers. The car's structure was just used to enhance the sound from the speakers. Neat stuff, though with a naturally aspirated V-16 engine just behind the rear bulkhead, we wonder if anyone really needs a high-end audio system. More on the Tourbillon Bugatti Boss on Turbocharged Hybrid Supercars: 'I Don't Get It' Bugatti's New V-16 Has a Bizarre Timing System Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Miami Herald
20-07-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Bugatti Unveils New Atelier In Molsheim Ahead Of Tourbillon Production
Bugatti doesn't just build cars - it builds temples to speed, craftsmanship, and engineering theater. And now, nestled in the historic grounds of Château Saint Jean, the French marque has unveiled its latest monument: a new, world-class production facility designed to usher in the age of the isn't just an upgrade. It's a statement. The new atelier blends contemporary architecture with Bugatti's natural surroundings in Molsheim, Alsace, where the brand has operated for over a century. Stretching 132 meters in length and cloaked in wild grass that crawls over 30% of its sloping roof, the building seems to rise gently from the landscape, mirroring the restraint and purpose behind Bugatti's latest hypercars - especially the newly revealed Bugatti Tourbillon. The workshop's sleek exterior - darkened walls paired with glowing glass panels - hides an interior designed with equal precision. Expansive eastern windows draw in the morning sun, while ceiling skylights flood the hall with daylight throughout the day. The result is more than just a pleasant workplace. It's an environment that inspires the roughly 50 craftspeople who will assemble some of the most complex machines on Earth. Inside, the new atelier doubles Bugatti's previous production capacity. The company has brought more of the manufacturing process in-house, streamlining everything from sub-component construction to final body-chassis integration. It's the most advanced setup in the company's 116-year history - and that history is front of mind as Bugatti transitions from the final, celebratory Chiron to the future-forward Tourbillon. While the new facility focuses on engineering excellence, the former Macaron-shaped atelier has found a new calling: guest experience. The old building will become a showcase of Bugatti's legacy, offering visitors a glimpse into cabin assembly and design detail - a uniquely Bugatti blend of luxury hospitality and hypercar a fitting tribute to a space that helped birth record-breakers like the Chiron Super Sport and Mistral, the latter of which recently reclaimed the title of world's fastest convertible. "We are currently steering the biggest Bentley design revolution in our history," says Frederic Daul, Director of Operations at Bugatti - although to be fair, this is more than just a revolution. It's a redefinition. With the Tourbillon's mix of 1,000-hp V16 combustion and 800-hp electric assistance, and with production set to begin later this year, Bugatti is building both the car and the facility worthy of its next brick and pane of glass in this atelier is part of that story. A new chapter in Molsheim is being written - one where timeless craftsmanship and cutting-edge tech collide under one beautifully sloped roof. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Auto Blog
20-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Bugatti Unveils New Atelier In Molsheim Ahead Of Tourbillon Production
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. View post: How The World's Best Hillclimb Racer Trains His Body to Race at 14,000 Feet Above Sea Level Bugatti doesn't just build cars — it builds temples to speed, craftsmanship, and engineering theater. And now, nestled in the historic grounds of Château Saint Jean, the French marque has unveiled its latest monument: a new, world-class production facility designed to usher in the age of the Tourbillon. This isn't just an upgrade. It's a statement. The new atelier blends contemporary architecture with Bugatti's natural surroundings in Molsheim, Alsace, where the brand has operated for over a century. Stretching 132 meters in length and cloaked in wild grass that crawls over 30% of its sloping roof, the building seems to rise gently from the landscape, mirroring the restraint and purpose behind Bugatti's latest hypercars — especially the newly revealed Bugatti Tourbillon. 0:04 / 0:09 Honda may move the next-generation Civic production from Mexico to the U.S. Watch More Source: Bugatti A New Era, Built From the Ground Up The workshop's sleek exterior — darkened walls paired with glowing glass panels — hides an interior designed with equal precision. Expansive eastern windows draw in the morning sun, while ceiling skylights flood the hall with daylight throughout the day. The result is more than just a pleasant workplace. It's an environment that inspires the roughly 50 craftspeople who will assemble some of the most complex machines on Earth. Inside, the new atelier doubles Bugatti's previous production capacity. The company has brought more of the manufacturing process in-house, streamlining everything from sub-component construction to final body-chassis integration. It's the most advanced setup in the company's 116-year history — and that history is front of mind as Bugatti transitions from the final, celebratory Chiron to the future-forward Tourbillon. 1 / 2 Zoom In Launch Gallery Design Meets Hospitality While the new facility focuses on engineering excellence, the former Macaron-shaped atelier has found a new calling: guest experience. The old building will become a showcase of Bugatti's legacy, offering visitors a glimpse into cabin assembly and design detail — a uniquely Bugatti blend of luxury hospitality and hypercar education. It's a fitting tribute to a space that helped birth record-breakers like the Chiron Super Sport and Mistral, the latter of which recently reclaimed the title of world's fastest convertible. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. 1 / 3 Zoom In Launch Gallery Molsheim's Future, Built Today 'We are currently steering the biggest Bentley design revolution in our history,' says Frederic Daul, Director of Operations at Bugatti — although to be fair, this is more than just a revolution. It's a redefinition. With the Tourbillon's mix of 1,000-hp V16 combustion and 800-hp electric assistance, and with production set to begin later this year, Bugatti is building both the car and the facility worthy of its next icon. Every brick and pane of glass in this atelier is part of that story. A new chapter in Molsheim is being written — one where timeless craftsmanship and cutting-edge tech collide under one beautifully sloped roof. About the Author Max Taylor View Profile
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Disenchanted Aston Martin Valkyrie Owner Files A Dramatic Lawsuit
Disenchanted Aston Martin Valkyrie Owner Files A Dramatic Lawsuit originally appeared on Autoblog. We've all seen a new hypercar and dreamed that, in the right circumstances, we'd gladly make numerous comfort and practicality concessions to experience their brilliance in other areas. But one such buyer in Germany believes the incomparable Aston Martin Valkyrie pushes the limits of one's compromise beyond all reasonable measure. With a Cosworth-developed naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 capable of delivering over 1,000 horsepower at 10,500 rpm (with a redline at 11,100), it's to be expected that the highly strung engine will be fairly loud, but a new lawsuit suggests that the visceral noise it makes is dangerous, and wearing the protective headphones that must be used whenever the car is driven could actually put drivers of the Valkyrie in danger. And that's far from the only issue he's faced in his time owning the car, reports local publication Handelsblatt. The publication protected the disenchanted owner's identity with the alias Sebastian Kunze. Herr Kunze claims that on the 27th of August, the headphone system failed. As a result of the extreme noise, he alleges, he nearly crashed into an ambulance, despite the latter blowing its horn. The publication did not use the German word for siren, but one should surely be able to hear any car horn when driving anyway. After that encounter, Kunze's lawyer, Marco Rogert, says he hasn't dared drive the car again. Not that Kunze appears to want to, anyway. Kunze bought the car in February 2022 for €3 million, or around $3.5 million. But in the three years and 271 miles since, he's allegedly had numerous issues. One of the biggest was an issue with the "Rocket Locker," a locking system that keeps the car's hydraulic suspension from sagging when power is cut off. This was allegedly removed without Kunze's knowledge, causing the car to rest on its wheels. He claims this led to visible damage "during transport and visits to the workshop." Following this, and a claim of numerous warning lights related to the high-voltage hybrid system shortly after taking delivery, he wanted to return the car, but then Aston Martin told him to pay a usage fee of roughly €55,000 (~$63,000) for the 441 km/271 miles he'd done. View the 3 images of this gallery on the original article An Aston Martin statement obtained by Handelsblatt, apparently in response to the cost-per-mile Kunze was asked to pay, reportedly said, "Most owners drive around 300, and certainly no more than 1,000 kilometers per year." Kunze also reportedly took issue with the short service intervals, perhaps not understanding the highly specific nature of this barely legal hypercar. This isn't a Bugatti Tourbillon, meant to crush continents at 250 mph without breaking a sweat or allowing its occupants to. This is an Adrian Newey-designed aerodynamic wonder that does the bare minimum to meet regulations. It's not meant to be used as a daily driver, and Kunze's argument that the Valkyrie had more defects "than all my other cars combined" might seem a little sensational. Moreover, Aston Martin says that the blame for the damaged wheels lies not at the feet of the Rocket Locker system, but with the owner himself, saying that the car's issues are "typical signs of wear or marks that arise from improper wheel replacement. In this context, we point out that the plaintiff insisted on changing the wheels on the vehicle himself and even purchased a jack set from the defendant specifically for this purpose." Unfortunately, this case will likely drag on a little longer. The presiding judge suggested a mutual settlement, but after arguments about where the case could be tried, and two earlier attempts by Aston Martin to arrange trade-ins for the Valkyrie, a court ruling of some sort seems to be the objective. Each side has six weeks to submit further statements, and if the Aachen Regional Court declines jurisdiction, the case may have to be argued back in the United Kingdom, where Aston wanted the case heard in the first place. Disenchanted Aston Martin Valkyrie Owner Files A Dramatic Lawsuit first appeared on Autoblog on Jun 19, 2025 This story was originally reported by Autoblog on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
