YASA, a leader in axial flux electric motor technology, and Automobili Lamborghini, the iconic Italian luxury sports car manufacturer, have announced the latest milestone in their strategic technical partnership: the creation of high-tech axial flux electric motors.
The bespoke electric motors have been meticulously designed and honed for Lamborghini’s state-of-the-art Temerario hybrid V-8 supercar and will be built at YASA’s production facility near Oxford, UK.
Earlier this year, YASA and Lamborghini officially announced their electric drive partnership, which began with the development of an optimized high-performance e-propulsion system for the Revuelto V-12 hybrid hypercar. Building on this foundation, the Temerario represents a leap forward, showcasing the latest technical, design and performance capabilities that YASA’s technology can deliver, the companies stated in a press release.
“Our evolving partnership with Lamborghini is a testament to our shared vision for the future of high-performance electric propulsion,” said Graeme Cook, YASA managing director. “The Temerario advances the path that the Revuelto established earlier this year, further exemplifying the pinnacle of our collaborative efforts and showcasing YASA’s innovative technology.”
Positioned on its front e-axle, the Temerario incorporates two YASA axial flux motors, delivering peak torque of 300Nm and peak power of 110kW. The outputs come via a small overall footprint of the front electric motors: each weighs approximately 38 pounds, with a diameter of 11.6 inches and thickness of 2.7 inches. The motors’ maximum speed is 10,000 rpm.
“At Lamborghini, our pursuit of perfection drives us to integrate the latest advancements in electric propulsion,” said Davide Bizzarri, head of vehicle motion at Automobili Lamborghini. “Partnering with YASA allows us to push the technical and engineering boundaries of what’s possible, delivering unparalleled performance and driving experiences for our customers.”
In addition to the two front electric motors, the Temerario benefits from a third YASA electric motor on the rear axle, ensuring optimized performance and driving dynamics.
