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Hypebeast
16-07-2025
- Automotive
- Hypebeast
Lamborghini Unleashes Aggressive New Temerario GT3
Summary Lamborghinihas pulled the wraps off its next-generation race car, the Temerario GT3, marking the brand's first competition model entirely designed, developed and built at its Sant'Agata Bolognese headquarters. Derived from the road-goingTemerario, the GT3 version was engineered from the outset with motorsport in mind, bringing track-ready precision to a production-born platform. The new race car features a lightweight aluminum spaceframe chassis, reworked for racing serviceability and cloaked in carbon-composite bodywork designed for rapid pit-lane disassembly. Power comes from a re-engineered version of the 4L twin-turbo V8 engine, now making 550 hp in compliance with GT3 regulations, paired with a six-speed sequential gearbox. Advanced aerodynamics, improved cooling and a custom exhaust system developed with Capristo complete the performance package. Inside, the cockpit benefits from input by Lamborghini's factory drivers, featuring revised ergonomics, upgraded electronics and a bespoke steering wheel. The Temerario GT3 also introduces new six-way KW dampers, a longer wheelbase, wider track and custom hydraulic steering, all aimed at delivering greater cornering grip and ease of setup across race conditions. The car is set to debut at the 2026 Sebring 12 Hours, signaling Lamborghini's ongoing investment in global GT racing and its customer teams.
Auto Blog
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Temerario GT3: Lamborghini's First In-House Race Car Debuts At Goodwood
Lamborghini pulled the wraps off the Temerario GT3 at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, showing it alongside the road-going Temerario it's based on. But this isn't just another track version of a road car. It's Lamborghini's first competition car to be fully designed, developed, and built in-house. Finished in a striking Tricolore paint job, the GT3 embraces its Italian racecar heritage. But it's not just about looks. The hybrid system is gone, the body is all business, and this is the car that will lead Lamborghini's GT3 racing efforts starting in 2026. Same Heart Minus Three Electric Motors Powering the GT3 is the same 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 found in the road car. But to meet GT3 regulations, Lamborghini removed the electric motors and fitted smaller turbochargers. That drops power produced by the gas-fed engine from 800 hp to around 550 hp, but it also slashes weight. The redline still sits at an ear-piercing 10,000 rpm, and a custom Capristo exhaust makes sure it sounds the part. The dual-clutch transmission is gone too. In its place is a six-speed transverse gearbox, designed to take the abuse of endurance racing. Designed To Be Fast And Easy To Fix Lamborghini's Centro Stile and Squadra Corse teams worked together to sculpt the GT3's bodywork. It's made from carbon composite materials and shaped to find the perfect balance between downforce and drag. But it also had to be practical. The front and rear body sections are single-piece units for quick removal in the pits, and even the headlights are fitted with quick-release connectors. Cooling has also been improved to keep everything stable during long runs, especially the two turbochargers. Underneath it all is a modified aluminum spaceframe, fitted with a fully removable rear subframe and an integrated roll cage that meets FIA GT3 safety standards. A Bare-Boned Cockpit and Serious Hardware In traditional race car fashion, the Temerario GT3's interior has been completely gutted, and only the necessities make an appearance. There's a custom race steering wheel, simplified switchgear, and a new data logging system to help teams monitor performance. The suspension is all-new, too. The GT3 rides on six-way adjustable KW dampers and features a longer wheelbase and wider track than the outgoing Huracán GT3. In theory, that should give it more grip and better balance, especially through high-speed corners. It has some big shoes to fill, though. The Huracán GT3 won 96 titles in a racing career that spanned nearly a decade. About the Author Marnus Moolman View Profile
The Herald
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Herald
Lamborghini reveals new race-ready Temerario GT3
Like the chassis, the bodywork has been engineered for rapid disassembly and reassembly, minimising time spent in the pits. The front and rear ends, for example, are each constructed from a single piece of composite material while the engine cover and bonnet have also been designed for rapid removal. Even the front lights are fitted with a quick-connect system to allow for fast replacement in the event of on-track contact. Another thoughtful tweak is the GT3 car's four-part aerodynamic undertray: the centre section can be swapped while the vehicle sits on its built-in air jacks. The refuelling system has also been redesigned to allow a faster flow rate, while the fuel tank has been reconfigured to accommodate a new sensor offering more accurate readings. With the hybrid system removed to comply with regulations, the Temerario GT3 is powered by a 4.0 l twin-turbocharged V8 engine delivering 410kW (subject to balance of performance adjustments). The race spec motor features a flat-plane crankshaft, titanium conrods, a custom Capristo exhaust system and a redesigned airbox tailored for the GT3 spec turbochargers. Lamborghini says it has also recalibrated the engine for a broader, more usable rev range. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a new six-speed transverse gearbox.
Gulf Insider
13-07-2025
- Automotive
- Gulf Insider
Lamborghini Unveils the Track-Ready Temerario GT3
Lamborghini has introduced the Temerario GT3, its first race car based on the new Temerario road model. What sets this model apart, along with its origin, is its entire development from design to build, taking place at Lamborghini's headquarters in Sant'Agata Bolognese. It's also the first competition car from the brand developed entirely in-house, built with motorsport integration in mind from day one. The GT3 version is built around a modified aluminium spaceframe chassis taken from the road car, adjusted for racing durability and serviceability. The chassis is simplified for quicker removal of front and rear subframes, which makes a significant difference during pit operations. Image Credits: Lamborghini (via Instagram) The rear section has been adapted to house the engine and transmission, while race-specific components have replaced the hybrid systems found in the road model. A roll cage has also been integrated to meet FIA GT3 safety standards. New carbon composite body panels help reduce weight while preserving some of the production car's design language. These panels were developed in collaboration with Lamborghini's motorsport and design teams to improve aerodynamic performance, especially under braking and through corners. The car's front and rear bodywork is modular, allowing for quick removal and reassembly—a practical feature during endurance races. Image Credits: Lamborghini (via Instagram) Image Credits: Lamborghini (via Instagram) Cooling systems have also been overhauled. The updated radiator layout and improved airflow help regulate temperatures, particularly for the turbochargers, which face more demand in the absence of hybrid components. Under the hood is a revised version of Lamborghini's 4.0-litre V8 twin-turbo engine. While the road car produces around 800 hp, the race version is tuned to meet GT3 regulations and delivers approximately 550 hp (subject to balance-of-performance rules). The engine maintains its flat-plane crankshaft for even firing order and sound quality, with titanium connecting rods to reduce rotational mass. Image Credits: Lamborghini (via Instagram) Image Credits: Lamborghini (via Instagram) Paired with a six-speed transverse gearbox, the engine also benefits from a redesigned airbox and recalibrated software for a broader rev range. The exhaust system, developed specifically for this model, is supplied by Capristo, and the car runs on racing oil by Pertamina Fastron Lubricants. The Temerario GT3 has a longer wheelbase and wider track than its predecessor, which contributes to improved stability. It features KW's six-way adjustable dampers, also used in Lamborghini's SC63 prototype, designed for both performance and ease of setup. These components are mounted on new chassis plates rather than carbon inserts, streamlining pit work. Tires are mounted on 18-inch wheels by Ronal AG, and a custom hydraulic steering rack has been installed to ensure compatibility across a variety of tyre brands and racing series. The cockpit has been shaped with input from factory drivers Marco Mapelli and Andrea Caldarelli. Updates include a redesigned steering wheel, new switchgear with improved graphics, and enhanced data logging. Lamborghini's in-house software team has also customised the electronics for improved usability and responsiveness during high-stress driving situations. The Temerario GT3 is expected to make its racing debut at the 12 Hours of Sebring in March 2026. It is currently undergoing final testing and development ahead of a phased rollout during the 2026 racing season. Lamborghini has stated that it will continue supporting teams still running the Huracán GT3 during this transition period. With its race-focused design and in-house development approach, the Temerario GT3 marks a new chapter in Lamborghini's motorsport strategy; one aimed squarely at privateer teams looking for performance, reliability, and serviceability in a competitive GT3 package.
Top Gear
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- Top Gear
Wanna go racing? Meet the new non-hybrid, V8 Lamborghini Temerario GT3
Motorsport It's the first competition car designed entirely in house at Lamborghini. Bit mad, too Skip 11 photos in the image carousel and continue reading This might be the first competition Lamborghini designed and developed entirely in-house at the company's Sant'Agata factory, but it's the latest in a short line of mad customer racing cars. Welcome to the new Temerario GT3. Built for minted customers who fancy a crack at one of the most enjoyable motorsport series going, the Temerario GT3 lifts much from its road-going sibling, including that brand-new 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 powerplant already designed using a motorsport mindset. Advertisement - Page continues below Lambo's binned all the hybrid drive of course, because GT3 cars aren't allowed any. That all-new V8 has also had a few tweaks, including a new set of (smaller) turbos and compressors, a new airbox, and less power. It's come down from the road car's 800bhp to a much more manageable 550bhp, subject to balance of performance. It'll still rev out like a lunatic, mind, right up to 10,000rpm, and it's been tweaked to deliver all of its plentiful performance across a broader rev range. Lamborghini has bolted on a custom exhaust supplied by a company called Capristo. One to listen out for. You might like The GT3 gets special KW dampers and quick-change suspension, 18in Ronal AG wheels, a custom hydraulic steering rack, better electronic architecture, new software, new interior switchgear, a 'more complete' data logger, and a new steering wheel designed with input from Lambo factory and customer drivers. Looks fairly spectacular, too, especially clad in glorious tricolore . The carbon composite bodywork is said to 'reduce the base weight of the car as far as possible', and while no weight figure has been supplied, remember this too is subject to BoP. Also remember there's no hybrid gubbins either, so it'll be significantly lighter than standard. Advertisement - Page continues below Aero has naturally played a big part – quite literally in the case of that giant rear wing – to both better downforce and better cool the engine and brakes. There are single-piece front and rear ends, while the rear diffuser, engine cover and bonnet all get quick release systems. The floor too, comes in four separate bits (for obvious reasons), and Lambo's pit crew can hose in fuel at a greater rate because even the tank design has been tweaked. Naturally, there's a roll cage, and a front and rear subframe setup that allows for quick disassembly and reassembly in the pits. Lot of weight riding on the Temerario GT3's rear wing. Its predecessor, the Huracán GT3, won 96 championships around the world during its career. 'The Temerario GT3 is the first racing derivative of the Temerario project, further emphasising Lamborghini's strong belief in motorsport as a key tool for promoting our road cars,' said Lambo boss Stephan Winkelmann. And technical boss Rouven Mohr reckons it'll be fast out of the box… and easy to live with. Just like the road car. 'We are confident that it will be competitive in terms of lap time, while also nice to drive in a wide range of conditions, including at night and in the rain,' he said. Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox. Get all the latest news, reviews and exclusives, direct to your inbox. 'The development team has worked hard to ensure the car has a wide operating window, and that the teams are better able to work on it.'
