The world's first supercapacitor vehicle

Now, we're continuing our discussion of the previous article. Lamborghini finally revealed its first hybrid supercar candidate to be shown off at the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show next September 12-22.

That Italian supercar manufacturer officially calls it the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37, which is predicted to be the company future car to greets the electrification era. Although carrying a hybrid powertrain, but Lamborghini's DNA inside Sián does not fade away.

Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 has been shown to several customers through the Unica app before it was officially released at the 2019 Frankfurt International Motor Show. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2m2N2q1)

The name 'Sián' itself is taken in Italian with the Bolognese dialect means 'lightning.' And lightning can be interpreted as Lamborgini's rapid movements in creating sports cars in the electrification era like today. The Sián also described how's the look of Lamborghini cars in the future.

And the Sián code name 'FKP 37' was taken in honor of Ferdinand K Piech who was born in 1937. He has played an important role in the acquisition of the Italian supercar brand into the VW group in 1998.

In terms of design, Lamborghini Sián is clearly seen taking most of the design of the Lamborghini Terzo Millennio Concept. Although not entirely similar to that concept, but Sián comes with more aggressive line indentations so that the ideal form of a supercar can be seen of it.

Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 was officially released at the 2019 Frankfurt International Motor Show. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2lMFkQC)

"The fastest Lamborghini must be a visual and symphonic feast, as remarkable to those who see it pass by as those privileged to drive it," Mitja Borkert, Head of Design at Lamborghini, explains. "It takes inspiration from the Countach, but the Sián is a futuristic icon, not retrospective."

Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 represents the first step in Lamborghini’s route to electrification and expedites the company's next-generation V12 engine. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2lAqahk)

Sián will carry a new V12 engine and 48 Volt electric motor so that it can produce such big enough power. The V12 engine developed by the raging bull logoed auto manufacturer on the Sián was able to blast 785 hp of power as well as touted as the largest in the history of those Italian premium car manufacturers.

Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 relies on a 6.5-liter V12 naturally aspirated engine plus a 48-volt the mild-hybrid system, which adds 34 horsepower for a grand total of 819 hp. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2lAqahk)

Lamborghini Sián also gets an additional 34 horsepower from an electric motor. So that in total the car has a power equivalent to 819 horsepower. The supercar is claimed to be able to drive up to a maximum speed of more than 350 kph. The combination of a V12 engine and an electric motor makes the Sián accelerate from 0 to 100 kph in less than 2.8 seconds.

Uniquely Sián does not use batteries like other hybrid cars, but instead the Lamborghini Sián electric system uses a supercapacitor which is claimed to provide a greater energy supply than ordinary batteries.

Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 can scorch to 100 kph in 2.8 seconds and has a top speed 'over 350kph'. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2m2N2q1)

Yes, the supercapacitor is not like a battery, because it can be charged immediately in a faster time and also the energy harvesting can be done during the vehicle braking process. Supercapacitor also does not run out of capacity as easily as the batteries generally. So it can be used in millions of times of power recharging.

Reportedly, the supercar is produced in limited quantities, with only 63 units world wide, and sold with prices ranging from the US. $2.5 million (approx £2 million/€2.2 million) or around Rp.35.6 billion. 

But, there's bad news for You who would be interested to have this supercar… Now, all of them have already been sold out. No to forget go to Frankfurt if You wanna see the Sián in its real shaped. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LAMBORGHINI | MOTOR1]

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2020 Karma Revero GT has an elegant and bold aerodynamic shape

An American automotive company previously known as 'Fisker Automotive,' which is now supported by China’s Wanxiang and transformed into Karma Automotive since 2014, officially revealed the figure of the new Karma Revero GT, a massively revised hybrid sedan based of the Fisker Karma.

2020 Karma Revero GT managed to debut in North America at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 2019. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2lXtHXd)

Karma Revero GT has a redesigned body and a new "world class" hybrid electric powertrain that uses a TwinPower Turbo 3 cylinder conventional petrol engine supplied by BMW as the range-extender.

The combined output is claimed to reach 528 hp, while the batteries come with a capacity of 28kWh. Karma said that the new Revero GT offers a pure electric mileage of 128 km and acceleration of 0-100 kph in 4.5 seconds.

2020 Karma Revero GT is a massively revised hybrid sedan based of the Fisker Karma  (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2lVICB7)

"The 2020 Revero GT is pure Karma, a true reflection of our luxury electric vehicle design and engineering capabilities, ushering in a new era for the company," says Karma’s Chief Revenue Officer John Maloney.

Interior and dashboard view of 2020 Karma Revero GT. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2lVICB7)

"The Karma owner has a deep appreciation for design and love the exclusivity of driving a custom-designed car." No wonder if the new Revero GT has an elegant and bold aerodynamic shape to slice the wind with utmost efficiency.

2020 Karma Revero GT powered by a new "world class" hybrid electric powetrain. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2lVICB7)

Previously, the 2020 Karma Revero GT along with another two electric vehicles of the same company, ie. the Karma SC1 Vision Concept and Karma Pininfarina GT have been launched at 2019 Shanghai Auto Show in April 2019.

And now, those three of Karma Automotive cars also have been managed debut in North America at the 2019 Concours d’Elegance at Pebble Beach from August 15 to 18.

As quoted of Dlmag, Karma Automotive is planning to build 12,000 to 13,000 cars each year in their California plant. The new Revero will be arriving for availability in the 4th quarter of 2019. While Karma is yet to release pricing and specs, we expect the Revero GT to start around $135,000 to $140,000 when it officially goes on sale. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | DLMAG | FORBES | POST OAK MOTOR CAR]

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Ahead of its debut, the latest Lamborghini figure is leaked little by little

According to Lamborghini, the Aventador figure is its mainstay model that carries the company characteristics and is very identical to the figure of a mid-engine V12 hypercar. Today the hypercar has reached a mature ages, but the successor wouldn't launch yet in the near future.

Is this the figure of 'LB48H' coded hypercar which not have the name yet? Rumours said, it to be given a name Lamborghini Sián. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2krGHUD)

This is contrary to what is widely circulated in cyberspace, that currently the raging bull logoed premium car company is preparing a new hypercar. After some time ago, the company showing a teaser image through its official Tweeter account. And on last August, the company also giving a new teaser video through its official Instagram account.

Something new is waiting for you.
Open your eyes to the future and you’ll see it.
Are you ready for @iaamesse?#Lamborghini #IAA2019 pic.twitter.com/Ic2YzIJ4Cf

— Lamborghini (@Lamborghini) August 22, 2019

Furthermore, the new hypercar figure is increasingly revealed little by little, after it leaked at Lamborghini Unica, a smartphone application specifically dedicated to the Lamborghini owners. According to rumors, this car will be named Lamborghini Sián. If this name is correct, sounds a little less fierce right? But because Lamborghini usually takes the bull name, maybe Sián is the name of one of the special bulls. Who knows?

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We are getting ready for @iaamesse. And you? #Lamborghini #IAA2019 #Frankfurt #CentroStileLamborghini

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For you, the purist Lamborghini fans, even if the Sián is not a bull's name, you should no need to feel disappointed. Because indeed Lamborghini does not always use the bull name for its products. For example, you might be remember to the Lamborghini Miura, Countach, Diablo and Murcielago.

However, what is familiar with the figure of Lamborghini Sián is its design style, which seems so clearly inspired by the Lamborghini Terzo Millenio concept car. Then the details of Lamborghini Sián include the door design which also flows the air into the side air vents which are somewhat square in shape.

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Hot off the press.... Lamborghini Sian is being announced tomorrow and the Frankfurt Motor show. #lamborghini #sian #newcar #announcement #bhp

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The ventilation is sharp, looks like the one in Centenario. Similarly, the air fins behind the upright and sharp. Then the Aventador and Huracan taillights which have the shape of the letter "Y" are replaced with new hexagon-shaped lights, which are commonly found in a modern Lamborghini.

As reported from The Drive that the Lamborghini Sián engine still uses a 6,500 cc V12 engine based of the Aventador, that means at least 770 PS of power and 720 Nm of torque has been obtained. It seems that no turbocharged devices will be installed on it, but this car is said to be using a hybrid system that can provide extra power of 30 PS from the electric motors. Looking at the number 30 PS is very small for a Lamborghini indeed. But if that's true, then the power combination can reach 800 PS.

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𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗟𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗶 𝗛𝘆𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗮𝗿!! 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼, 𝗮 𝗵𝘆𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱 𝗯𝘂𝗹𝗹! 𝗩12 + 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲 (770 ⛽+ 30 ⚡= 800 𝗛𝗣!!!) 𝗟𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗶 𝗦𝗜𝗔̀𝗡 🤩🇮🇹 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 @lamborghini , @pogforever @rana65556 .. 🙏

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Does not stop here, its sensation then continues. These LB48H coded hypercar which not have the name yet reportedly built in limited number, ie 63 units only, and sold with prices ranging from US. $2.5 million (approx £2 million/€2.2 million) or around Rp.35.6 billion. But, there's a bad news for You who would interested to have this hypercar… Now, all of them have already been sold out.

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You just have to wait one more week to discover the future. Its name is Lamborghini Sián: the first supercapacitor-based hybrid V12. We are going to present you all this new masterpiece at @iaamesse. Stay tuned! #Lamborghini #LamborghiniSian #AheadOfItsTime #IAA2019 #Frankfurt #FewOff

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Now, by the many teaser images, video coming out and all-about from the Italian marque, reports of the hybrid hypercar aren't far-fetched at this point, but who knows? And now, let's wait until its launching time is come in Frankfurt starting on September 12, 2019. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTOR1 | THE DRIVE]

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The newest luxury standard of Pininfarina-designed Karma GT Coupe

In the Monterey Car Week 2019 event in Pebble Beach, California, United States (US), where the visitors are presented with a large selection of new supercar models. One of them is Karma Pininfarina GT Coupe.

As reported by Carscoops on Monday, August 5, 2019, this car was designed by renowned design house from Italy, Pininfarina, as part of a collaboration between the two companies in January 2019.

Karma Pininfarina GT Coupe is said to be a combination of the Revero GT and SC1 Vision Concept, two other Karma's car models. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/32k8977)

Where this beautiful coupe is said to be a combination of the Revero GT and SC1 Vision Concept, two other Karma's car models.

The car has a dashing distinctive exterior design of the two-doors GranTurismo coupe is wrapped in an elegant white color.

To make it able to run fast, the maker installs a hybrid drive system with a power of 528 horsepower and 577 pound-feet of torque. Those power comes from a new BMW 3 cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine as a range extender and two electric motors.

Karma Pininfarina GT Coupe managed to debut at the Monterey Car Week 2019 event in Pebble Beach, California. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MJALCT)

With the power as mentioned above can make the car accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.5 seconds, and run fast enough to reach a top speed of 130 mph with a mileage up to 300 miles. This car is also equipped with a 28 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, making it also possible of pure electric driving distance as far as 80 miles.

Karma Pininfarina GT Coupe uses a hybrid drive system consisted of a new BMW 3 cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine as a range extender and two electric motors. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2LkTDov)

Then for the interior concept, the car uses the luxurious materials, such as white colored genuine leather and the application of several advance technologies, such as an entertainment system with a digital instrument cluster in its cabin. 

"Presenting to Pebble Beach our strategic relationship with a Southern California-based brand is perfectly aligned to Pininfarina’s growth strategy in the North American market. We bring to the U.S. our expertise in design, in the creation of customized luxury vehicles and in premium brand lifestyle. We are sure that the stunning electric GT we designed for Karma will be very much appreciated by Pebble Beach collectors," said Pininfarina's Director of Sales and Marketing, Giuseppe Bonollo.

The future of Karma GT is still undetermined, because it relies on the world's automotive enthusiasts feedback that makes it enter the production line or not. If it gets a green light, this vehicle will be offered in very limited quantities, which should make the collector interested. The Karma GT will be assembled by Pininfarina in Turin, Italy. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | KARMA AUTOMOTIVE | CNET | AUTOBLOG | TOP SPEED]

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The first appearance of SC1 Vision Concept in North America

Have you ever heard of Karma Automotive, maybe that name feels foreign to the ear. Yes we also agreed about that. Karma Automotive  is an electric car startup company from China. They are currently trying hard to be able to compete with the competitors in the global automotive market such as Tesla Motors and other well-known car manufacturer companies.

Karma SC1 Vision Concept managed to debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 2019. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ZpZymm)

For such reason, some time ago, the company reportedly being prepared the North American debut for its pure electric vehicle called the Karma SC1 Vision Concept to show at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 2019. The company is said that the SC1 Vision Concept carries a variety of future technologies that are not just artistic designs, detailed elements and pure electric power platforms, which are the direction of Karma's goal in presenting its future vehicles.

Front right side view of Karma SC1 Vision Concept electric-powered car at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 2019. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2zwA2fH)

Previously, the SC1 Vision Concept along with another two hybrid vehicle of the same company, ie. the 2020 Karma Revero GT and Karma Pininfarina GT have been launched at 2019 Shanghai Auto Show in April 2019. 

"This SC1 is a sign of the future of Karma," said Karma Automotive CEO Dr. Lance Zhou. "Designed and engineered in less than 12 months, the SC1 is a purely electric vehicle that explores innovative design and technology that enables the Open Platform collaboration strategy."

Right side view of Karma SC1 Vision Concept electric-powered car with its scissor doors opened. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MJALCT)

Also believed the SC1 Vision Concept has been integrated with 5G connection infotainment architecture and communication systems with touch, sound, eye and graphical interface. Then the sophisticated Artificial Intelligent technology is also reportedly implanted in this car to be able to understand commands and languages, while the camera-based system of eye monitoring allows biometric identification, allowing for vehicle ownership. 

There is another eye monitoring system that will monitor the driver's iris, eyebrows and facial features to monitor the driver whether he is getting bored and tired, and then AI will take over control of the vehicle.

Rear side view of Karma SC1 Vision Concept electric-powered car at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 2019. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2PoIWH4)

Karma also said that there were eight radars, six Lidar sensors and half a dozen external cameras, so that the SC1 Vision Concept could be very ready for the autonomous driving system in the future, with cityscape and destination locations directly monitored real-time.

Furthermore the Karma's Vice President of Global Design and Architecture, Andreas Thurner added that the SC1 moved the mind and then gave rise to a new definition of luxury and style with different Karma's DNA.

And apparently the Southern California based company really kept its promise by displaying the Karma SC1 Vision Concept at Concept Lawn event at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 2019 on Sunday, August 18, 2019. While before at the Monterey Car Week event, the company also displayed a 2020 Karma Revero GT along with the Karma GT designed by Pininfarina. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | KARMA AUTOMOTIVE | AUTOBLOG]

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2 Ferrari new models might be unveil in early September

As has long been circulating among the world's automotive enthusiasts, that Ferrari has two new models for this year. One of them is likely to be an 812 Spider, while the other can become a Purosangue SUV.

Sketch of possible look of the upcoming Ferrari 812 Superfast Spider. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2NEXkIH)

As quoted from The Supercar Blog, when they had the opportunity to chat with a supercar collector, who has the all new Bugatti Centodieci on order at the last weekend. And during the conversation, he mentioned that the 812 Spider (a convertible version of 812 Superfast) was expected to be launched in early September.

Ferrari new supercar teaser image that set debut for September 17, 2019. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2HAxGks)

It is likely that the 812 Spider to be use the same 6.5 liter V12 engine that powers the coupe. Those engine is capable of producing power up to 789 hp and 530 lb-ft of torque. And if on the 812 Superfast has a top speed of 211 mph and an acceleration time from 0 to 62 mph in just 2.9 seconds, but on the convertible version might be a bit slower.

But in terms of style, the convertible version might look similar to the coupe. It could feature a folding hard top. However, this is only speculation because until now there has been no official confirmation or statement from the prancing horse logoed auto manufacturer regarding to this matter.

An image of Ferrari Purosangue made based on the Motor1 interpretation. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2xD2Y4a)

Then since last year, Ferrari has also said that they are eyeing a new segment and that most likely it is an SUV. And possibility the figure of the SUV is called the Ferrari Purosangue, and is expected to be a serious rival to lock horns of the Lamborghini Urus. We'll wait and see. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | THE SUPERCAR BLOG]

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