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Rimac Automobili has revealed the final production version of the C_Two electric hypercar, which is now renamed Nevera and features a number of upgrades over the original 2018 concept. The new Nevera fittingly bears a Croatian name given by the locals to an unexpected and powerful Mediterranean storm. Compared to the concept, the new Rimac Nevera features a wide range of changes to its bodywork and aero agenda, delivering a 34 percent improvement in aerodynamic efficiency. Rimac has altered things like the profile of the bonnet, the shape of the pillars, and the design of the diffusers, splitters, and radiators, in order to improve airflow and downforce. In addition, the redesigned inlets and cooling channels have increased the cooling efficiency by 30 percent of both the brake and powertrain systems at low speeds, and by 7 percent at high speeds. But perhaps the most impressive feature of the bodywork is the numerous active aero elements that allow the new Rimac Nevera to switch from ...

Aston Martin has finally confirmed powertrain specifications for its upcoming Valkyrie hypercar, which will produce a combined 1,160 HP (1,176 PS) at 10,500 rpm and 900 Nm (664 lb-ft) of torque at 6,000 rpm, even more than what was previously reported. Its Rimac-sourced battery electric system alone is responsible for an additional 160 HP (162 PS) and 280 Nm (206 lb-ft), while the naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 delivers a full 1,000 HP (1,013 PS) and 740 Nm (545 lb-ft) of torque – that’s 153.8 HP per liter. The Valkyrie is a result of an extensive technical partnership between Aston Martin and Red Bull Advanced Technologies, so it’s no wonder that it’s ultra high-revving engine would be reminiscent of Formula 1 engines from the 1990s. “Aston Martin Valkyrie is set to be the ultimate hypercar in the automotive world and these performance figures underline that statement,” said Aston Martin VP and special vehicle operations officer, David King. “Red Bull Advanced Technolog...

If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em. Porsche, for one, seems to be embracing that idea with its most recent investment. The German automaker has taken a ten-percent stake in Rimac – the Croatian startup known for its electric hypercars like the Concept_One and the C_Two. It just revealed the latter, nearly a decade after the former, at the Geneva Motor Show this past March, packing nearly 2,000 horsepower’s worth of electric propulsion, a 1.85-second 0-60 time, and a top speed quoted at 256 mph (412 km/h). As impressive as Porsche’s electrified sports cars already are, those figures far eclipse what even the groundbreaking 918 Spyder was capable of. So Zuffenhausen is evidently tapping into Rimac’s expertise to help develop its next generation of electric performance machines – like the forthcoming Taycan that was previewed by the Mission E concept. “By developing the purely electric two-seaters super sports cars, like the ‘Concept One’ or ‘C Two’, as well as core vehicle systems,...

Rimac Automobili revealed its second electric hypercar at the Geneva Motor Show, and its name is C_Two. As promised by the Croatian manufacturer, the C_Two is significantly more powerful than its predecessor as it offers a combined 1,888hp (1,914PS) and 1696lb-ft (2,300Nm) of torque from its electric motors. The result of all this insane power is a 0-60mph in a breathtaking 1.85 seconds, a 0-100mph in 4.3 seconds and a top speed of 258mph (412km/h). We guess the fact that Tesla announced a 0-60 time of 1.9 seconds for the upcoming Roadster has something to do about that 1.85-second figure. As with the Concept One, each wheel of the C_Two is powered by its own motor, with Rimac using a set of single-speed gearboxes on the front and a set of two-speed gearboxes at the rear. The four motors work together via all-wheel torque vectoring. The whole drivetrain is fully configurable, offering everything from shutting down any of the two axles to a perfect 50-50 split. ...

Rimac has published a short teaser video of its Geneva-bound hypercar, offering a glimpse at the vehicle’s exterior design. From the front, the new car bears a striking resemblance to the existing Concept_One but looks even more purposeful with the adoption of slightly slimmer headlights, a much larger front splitter, and air vents on the hood. While the front looks familiar, the rear appears to be a significant departure from the Concept_One with redesigned taillights immediately noticeable. Additionally, the video reveals that the hypercar will have a rear wing which deploys at speed. It may also double as an air brake. Our sources suggest that the hypercar will come equipped with a large 120 kWh battery pack, providing more juice than the Concept_One and allowing for a greater range. Considering power for the Concept_One sits at 1224 hp and 1180 lb-ft of torque, it’s entirely possible the Croatian automaker’s latest offering will have upwards of 1500 hp on tap. The result...

Rimac Automobili dropped the first teaser of its next hypercar, confirming at the same time a debut at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show. The dark image outlines the silhouette and the proportions of the new electric hypercar, which appears to adopt a more aggressive styling approach, compared to the Concept One. Internally codenamed “Concept Two”, the new electric hypercar will not only be more powerful and faster than the original $1 million Rimac, but also more expensive too. The company posted the teaser image on its social media with the caption "Soon to be revealed: The all-new Rimac hypercar, a true game changer. Premieres at Geneva 2018. Stay tuned." The Rimac Concept One was produced in just eight examples, plus two track-only Concept S models. Combined power of its four electric motors is rated at 1224hp and 1180lb-ft of torque. 0-62mph requires 2.5 seconds. Unlike the Concept One, Rimac wants to build more examples of the next hypercar, targeting a production...

The  Rimac Concept_One  has an evil twin that's just stepped from the shadows at the  Geneva Motor Show , but instead of sporting a sinister Van Dyke beard and a menacing glare to denote  the devilish difference , this doppelganger goes all-in on an aerodynamics package to put its perverse point across. The deviations are more than just skin-deep too. Unseen like an ulterior motive, the Rimac Concept_S turns up the wick of an already diabolically powerful electric drivetrain, adding enough muscle to turn this all-wheel-drive  supercar  into a megawatt machine. Boasting 1,018 kW (1,365 horsepower) at peak with 1800 Nm (1,328 pound feet) of axle-twisting torque, we mean that in the most literal sense. Also undetectable is the diet that's been imposed. Despite the addition of a front splitter, air deflectors, side skirts, and a generous rear spoiler for increased downforce, by altering the materials and the process of making the carbon-fiber shell – and ...

Rimac has announced plans to unveil the production version of the Concept_One at the Geneva Motor Show. Looking virtually identical to the concept that debuted at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, the production model has a slender grille, a bulging hood, and a rakish windscreen.  The car also features a carbon fiber rear diffuser, distinctive taillights, and 20-inch lightweight alloy wheels with Pirelli P Zero tires. Rimac didn't have much to say about the interior but noted the cabin doesn't have any plastic parts so everything the driver touches is aluminum, carbon fiber, or Alcantara upholstery. Drivers will also find a digital instrument cluster and a bespoke infotainment system with 4G connectivity. Motivation is provided by an 82 kilowatt hour battery which powers four electric motors that are located at the center of both axles.  This setup enables the car to produce a combined maximum output of 1,072 horsepower and 1,180 pound-feet of tor...