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Lamborghini stated its belief that the reason why FMVSS No. 205 excludes item 4A from the rear windows of coupe (hardtop) vehicles is twofold:

• The breaking of rigid plastic windows in a crash could leave sharp, pointed shards in the window frame which could easily be contacted by an occupant's head. There is also concern about occupant injury resulting from large shards of rigid plastic glazing being propelled inward by vehicle impacts with trees, poles, or other vehicles.
• Second, The reduction in visibility through rear windows using plastic glazing due to abrasion and weathering creates significant safety concerns because a driver may have insufficient visibility to avoid a crash in the first place.

Lamborghini also stated that it believes the noncompliance is inconsequential to motor vehicle safety in the case of the Superleggera because neither of the safety concerns discussed above is present because:

• The use of polycarbonate glazing creates no greater danger because FMVSS No. 201 conformance testing has shown that a passenger head cannot physically contact the rear window given its small size and location. Also, the rear window is so small and located in a protected position between the "buttresses" of the vehicle's roof such that impacts with trees, poles, or other vehicles, would not create the danger of posed by large shards.
• Reduction in visibility due to abrasion and weathering is not an issue with the Superleggera. In this vehicle, the driver's rear visibility is based on the twin rear side mirrors. Even with no abrasion or weathering, the design of the vehicle (and in particular the "buttresses" of the roof) precludes a large degree of rearward visibility. Lamborghini additionally states that it believes that this situation is common for performance sports cars.

Lamborghini further explains that in its opinion NHTSA has previously given other reasons that a noncompliance similar to the instant one are inconsequential to motor vehicle safety including:

• Such a noncompliance is "expected to be imperceptible, or nearly so, to vehicle occupants or approaching drivers."
• Under FMVSS No. 205, item 4A glazing is permitted in the rear window of a "convertible", including hardtop convertibles.
• NHTSA previously held that as regards an exotic vehicle, a noncompliance is inconsequential because the vehicle at issue was not an ordinary passenger automobile designed for daily use, not designed to be used as a family's primary passenger vehicle, and more of a collector's piece, produced in very low numbers and driven a low number of miles.

Lamborghini additionally states that no customer complaints related to this noncompliance have been received.

Lamborghini requested that NHTSA consider its petition and grant an exemption from the notification and recall requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act on the basis that the noncompliance described above is inconsequential as it relates to motor vehicle safety.

Lamborghini also states that it has corrected the problem that caused these errors so that they will not be repeated in future production.

NHTSA notes that the statutory provisions (49 U.S.C. 30118(d) and 30120(h)) that permit manufacturers to file petitions for a determination of inconsequentiality allow NHTSA to exempt manufacturers only from the duties found in sections 30118 and 30120, respectively, to notify owners, purchasers, and dealers of a defect or noncompliance and to remedy the defect or noncompliance.

BERU F1 Systems to Supply Tire Sensor Systems For Lamborghini Cars

Ludwigsburg, Germany. October 30^th 2007.

Automotive engineering specialists BERU F1 Systems has announced that it has been selected to supply its award-winning digital tire pressure monitoring system "DigiTyre" to Lamborghini for the Gallardo and Murciélago platforms. The safety feature, developed using BERU F1 Systems’ extensive motorsport experience, is a standard fit on US Gallardo and Murciélago models to comply with the new US "TREAD act". The TREAD act makes it mandatory for passenger vehicles and light trucks sold in the USA to be fitted with a pressure monitoring system.

Specialist and niche vehicle manufacturers rightly demand robust and integrated solutions,” says BERU F1 Systems’ managing director John Bailey. “The higher speeds, higher cornering forces and demands experienced by performance cars rule out many solutions currently available. Our system is robust, light yet still retains all the integration features such as end of line testing and dealer diagnostics that OEMs require.”

DigiTyre’s components comprise wheel electronics, an ECU, two antennae and four LF satellite triggers. The wheel electronics contain a battery, absolute pressure sensor, temperature sensor, accelerometer, micro controller and radio transmitter/receiver housed in a robust wheel housing.  By mounting this onto the rear of a modified valve there are no rim modifications and the installation becomes very straightforward. The four LF satellite triggers allow the wheels on the car to be swapped or changed;. The system instantly learns the wheels when the ignition is switched on, providing immediate warnings to the driver. The system will appear in all MY 2008 cars.

Lamborghini Introduces the Reventon at IAA Motor Show in Frankfurt

Germany, September 11^th 2007.
Lamborghini introduced a special form of the Murciélago LP640 at the IAA Motor Show. This rather unique car is a hyper-modification of the now somewhat ageing Murciélago line. Its main claim to fame is the price. At over €1M it is in a very rare class indeed. Probably none will be seen on the road. This is because Lamborghini has committed to build only 20 of them.  Nevertheless all have apparently been sold in advance of their manufacture. 

The car has makes massive use of carbon  fiber both inside and out. Horsepower has been only slightly increased, (650HP), but the design probably indicates the direction Lamborghini is heading with its future cars. It is much more angular in style. Even the wheel wells are arched.  The wheels themselves have five spokes with carbon fiber blades on them for extra cooling. The triangular design of the front spoiler and hood is taken all the way back to the engine cover and rear section. The engine cover is as in the LP640, finished with glass so everybody can glance at the massive engine. The internal dash has 3 LCD displays with no mechanical parts, very futuristic. The seats too have been upgraded for comfort and looks. This will be a true Lamborghini collectors item!

2007 Annual Concorso Italino Event in Monterey California

Monterey, California.  August 17^th - 19^th  2007

The Annual Concorso  Italiano Car Show was held again in Monterey California.  This show is still one of the largest displays of Italian cars in the world.  This year there seemed to be more vendors and somewhat fewer spectators. Nevertheless lots of interesting cars.  Lamborghini was well represented with almost half the cars being Gallardo's. They came in many colors. The most spectacular and unusual one being a silver and black tattooed one. (See below).

Again there were fewer Countach's this year. The very first production Countach (green color above) was also there.  At last plenty of food outlets for all! Many more vendors also.

The Italian postal service said it will issue a commemorative stamp dedicated to the legendary Lamborghini sports car company this summer. The first stamps will be sold in the car’s home town of Sant’Agata Bolognese, near Bologna. The 0.85

Valentino Balboni Celebrates 40th Anniversary at Lamborghini

LamboWeb would like to wish a warm congratulations to Valentino Balboni, legendary test driver for Automobili Lamborghini SpA for the past 40 years. That's right, almost as long as the company exists, in fact on April 21st 1967 the late Ferruccio Lamborghini himself engaged Valentino to work at Sant'Agata. Valentino has been test driving most of the individual cars that left the gates at Sant'Agata over those past 40 years.

 

When still going to school the story has it,  the young Valentino rode his bicycle along the factory road to admire new Lamborghini cars that were parked outside the factory. During summer vacation he was able to start working in the assembly department, and after graduating from school he was able to get a mechanic job at Lamborghini. This allowed him to drive the cars in various state of finish from one area of the factory to another. Apparently he had a habit of pressed the accelerator a bit too much resulting in a loud roar from the V12 and spinning rear tires. His fellow workers and the engineers didn't really enjoy this, but fortunately Ferruccio did.  One day he asked Valentino if he would like to become an official test driver for Lamborghini. You can guess how quickly Valintino said yes.  He learned how to become an experienced test car driver from the legendary Bob Wallace who took him on as his apprentice. He learned fast and over the years established a name for himself as THE test car driver for Lamborghini.

 

Today Valentino also attends most important Lamborghini related events all around the world.  He is an ambassador for the company, because he is one of the very few people that remain throughout the long and varied history of the company.  Everybody that has met Valintino comes away with a warm feeling. He is one of the nicest people you could meet. Not only does the know almost everything about Lamborghini. The cars , the people the history etc. but he is extremely patient standing for what must be hours on end for hundreds of photographs at every meeting and event.

Lamborghini Starts Year With Production Record Of 5000^th Gallardo
Santa'Agata Bolognese, Italy, January 25^th 2007.

Lamborghini is off to a great start for 2007. It has already achieved a new production record in the first month of 2007 with the production of its 5000^th Gallardo rolling off the production line. This remarkable achievement builds on the previous production record realized at the end of December 2006, with the delivery of 2087 vehicles during one year.  "This is another important milestone for Lamborghini, " said President and CEO Stephan Winkelmann. To have produced 5000 Gallardo is testament to the quality of, and customer demand for, our V10 product. "The Lamborghini brand is increasingly sought after in markets worldwide through our substantially grown dealer network, through which supply versus demand is carefully managed, " concluded Winkelmann. The five thousandth black Gallardo coupé, due for delivery to a customer in the UK, was celebrated by assembly line workers along with the president and CEO Stephan Winkelmann; Klaus-Peter Koerner, Production Director; and Ingo Budde, Quality Director.  The Gallardo continues to affirm its success for Lamborghini. Introduced to the market in 2003, it marked its first record in November 2005 with production of 3000 units, already representing the most sold model in Lamborghini's history.
 

Lamborghini Gallardo Will Get Help From Audi R8 For Mid-life Upgrade.

Santa'Agata Bolognese, Italy, January 25^th 2007.

By 2008 it looks like the Gallardo will get a mid-life face lift. Much of this effort will come directly form the parent company Audi. According to the head of development at Audi, Ulrich Hackenberg, the Audi R8 will donate its rear suspension and a number of other unspecified components to the 2008 Gallardo. Despite their outward differences, the Gallardo and Audi R8 are based around a common set of mechanical components, making the proposed changes relatively inexpensive. The new rear suspension, a development of the Gallardo's existing double-wishbone setup, adopts a trailing link within its design that's claimed to provide added toe-in effect for what Hackenberg describes as "more controlled cornering." The new arrangement will be tuned to suit the Gallardo's more sporting nature, with unique bushings and anti-roll bar rates helping to set it apart from the Audi R8. Also rumored to be incorporated in the new upgrade will be a new direct injection system for its 5.0-liter V10 engine. Along with other fine tuning changes this is expected to help boost the cars HP from today's 520 horsepower up to around 550. Such a system is already used on the Audi R8's 4.2-liter V8, which produces 420 hp.
 

Lamborghini Shows LP640 Roadster in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, November 29^th 2006.

Lamborghini unveil its Murciélago LP640 Roadster at the LA Auto show today.  Essentially a chop-top version of the Lamborghini LP640 Coupe, the Roadster still looks very impressive.  The 640, refers to the horsepower produced by the Roadster's 6.5-litre V12, while LP stands for 'longitudinale posteriore', which means the engine is mounted lengthways behind the cockpit. This allows the Roadster to spin up to 8,000rpm and develop 486lb ft of torque - enough to propel it to 62mph in a mere 3.4 seconds and on to a top speed of almost 200mph. Removing the roof has required Lamborghini to make some serious structural adjustments. A newly designed frame structure made of steel and carbon fiber keeps the Roadster rigid, with particular reinforcement given to the engine area.  Other changes include a different rear-view mirror, new windscreen wipers and a new Hermera alloy wheel option. In addition, the Roadster's instrument panel has been redesigned with a new graphic display. It also comes with a Kenwood audio system with 6.5-inch windscreen monitor and reader for DVD, MP3 and WMA players. A navigation system is available as an option.

Unfortunately the company has still offers the ridiculous canvas roof, and warns that it is only for temporary use at speeds of under 100mph. This is a real disappointment. You would think they could do better. The Diablo roadster was a masterpiece. A real pity something like this could not be done here.  The Murciélago is now beginning to get old. It does not have the electronic EPS system of the Gallardo for example. It has a serious weight problem. Lets hope a totally new design is in the works for the near future.

Lamborghini Will Not Do A Retro Mura

Sant Agata, Italy, October 8^th 2006.

Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann announced today that a Miura Concept is not the way of the future for Lamborghini. "Retro design is not what we are here for" he said.  So we won't do the Miura, even as a limited edition. "Despite rumors of a limited run of Miuras, a new LM002, and a possible Espada, future Lambos will focus on being leaders in their segments rather than homages to the past.

That doesn't mean that entire segments will be avoided because of past entries, however. "The concept of a Lamborghini 2+2 or an SUV is still possible, but we wouldn't use the name Espada or LM002," Winkelmann added. "I want Lamborghini on the edge. Our brand values are uncompromising, extreme and Italian. I want our product to match the brand. Lamborghinis must be lower, wider and more sharply styled than our rivals." The most likely all-new Lamborghini may be an SUV that would share a platform with Audi's upcoming Q5 crossover. Of course it will be lower, wider and more sharply styled compared to the Audi. But in the meantime, look for an LP640 roadsters and possibly a rear wheel drive Gallardo and/or Murci variants showing up in spy shots in the coming months.
 

 

Next Gallardo To Be Turbo Charged to 600HP

Sant Agata, Italy, September 9^th 2006.

Looks like Lamborghini is not going to stand aside as its parent (Audi) brings out the R8 "supercar" with its Gallardo like V10 engine at the Paris auto show this month. The first photos of what is purportedly the next Lamborghini Gallardo are now appearing on the web. They show it to be powered by a twin-turbo version of its already-potent V10 engine, producing in excess of 600 horsepower -- Murcielago-style numbers. We can probably assume it will  outperform the R8, ensuring that the new Audi supercar does not step on the raging bull's hooves.  A new carbon fiber fascia with enlarged intakes, a wider rear with new shoulder scoops and a very substantial rear diffuser visually differentiate this Gallardo from the current car.

2006 Annual Concorso Italino Event in Monterey California

Monterey, California.  August 17^th - 19^th  2006

The Annual Concorso  Italiano Car Show was held again in Monterey California.  This show is still one of the largest displays of Italian cars in the world.  Again the show was dominated by Ferrari, but this year the Lamborghini section was almost as large.  We have come a long way in a few years!  The variety of color in the Lamborghini cars is so refreshing to the simple uniform red of the Ferrari gathering.   What is it with these people don't they know there are other colors out there?

There were numerous Diablo's, Murciélago and Gallardo's of all colors and modifications. I thought there were fewer Countach's this year. The highlight of the event was the two Murciélago LP640's on show.  Suffice to say here, that the car looks far better in real life than it does in pictures I have seen.

The event itself: There seemed to be far fewer people at the show this year -- at least on Friday the day I attended. As visitors to this annual event know, getting in and out by car to this event is a nightmare. This year was much better than last.   The good news was the food available was better this year and dare I mention it, the bathroom facilities (toilets to our European friends) are now the best I have seen for such a field event.

A 1974 Lamborghini Countach As Wall Art

Newport Beach, CA, April 11^th 2006.

Some millionaires decorate their mansions with rare paintings. Richard Moriarty bolted a 1974 Lamborghini to the wall of his Newport Beach estate in California.  Moriarty hired a 70-ton crane to lower the Italian sports car through a skylight in his living room. Earlier, the car's engine was removed and transformed into a "200-mph coffee table" for guests who prefer their drinks "shaken not stirred," said Moriarty, an heir to the family that developed South Coast Plaza.

Getting the Lamborghini into the house took about an hour, but the project was conceived months ago, when architect Fleetwood Joiner began designing Moriarty's new home, US$2-million worth of steel-and-concrete that will overlook Newport's Back Bay when construction finishes later this year. "This was one of the original ideas for the house," Joiner said. "The skylight was designed to fit the car." Joiner has installed offbeat elements in previous mansion projects — including indoor rifle ranges, bowling alleys and a 28-foot-high interior waterfall — but the Lamborghini is "one of a kind," he said. The car will hang over a solid glass staircase leading to Moriarty's wine cellar. The car will also plug into the home's electrical system so its inside lights can be switched on.

 

Lamborghini Murciélago Reaches The 2,000 Unit Mark.

Sant Agata, Italy, April 12^th 2006.

Lamborghini announced last week that production of the Murciélago reached the 2,000 unit mark. The Murciélago, which was launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2001 as the first model in the new era of Lamborghini, has emphatically demonstrated the strength of its position in the super sports car segment. In April, the 2,000th car left the production line in Sant’Agata.  The V12-powered icon from Lamborghini has therefore also reached a new sales landmark. In November of last year, the Gallardo became the most-sold model in the history of the company with the production of the 3,000th unit. The success of the Murciélago was celebrated by production staff in front of the Lamborghini Museum together with the President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini, Stephan Winkelmann, and the Head of Production, Klaus-Peter Körner.

The recent Geneva Motor Show saw the presentation of the new Murciélago Coupé which, compared to its predecessor, features a number of significant modifications to its bodywork and mechanics making it even more aggressive and powerful. Even the name of the new model, the Murciélago LP640, is new: the code LP640 refers to the position of the engine - longitudinale posteriore - and its maximum output of 640 hp. This gives it breathtaking performance including a top speed of 340 km/h and a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time of 3.4 seconds. The Murciélago Coupé LP640 will be available from the summer, alongside three other models in the Lamborghini line-up: the Murciélago Roadster and the 10-cylinder, 5-litre, 520 bhp Gallardo and Gallardo Spyder. The market introduction of the Gallardo Spyder begins in the next few days.

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