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theSunday Special XVI ON SUNDAY JULY 27, 2025

LAMBORGHINI Kuala Lumpur has officially unveiled the highly anticipated Lamborghini Temerario, which replaces the iconic Huracan, marking its electrified Malaysian launch, joining the Revuelto. Originally launched at Monterey Car Week in August 2024, the Temerario has now made its Southeast Asian debut in one of Lamborghini’s most important emerging markets. Presented in a striking Blu Marinus fin ish, the model displayed reflects the brand’s evolving design language and engineering ethos, merging raw mechani cal excellence with hybrid innovation. At the core of the Temerario is a com pletely new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, engineered in Sant’Agata Bolognese, which revs to an astonishing 10,000rpm. Paired with three electric motors, two on the front axle and one integrated between the engine and gearbox, the hybrid system delivers a combined output of approximately 920PS. Major expansion ZEEKR MALAYSIA marked a significant mile stone with the official opening of Zeekr Sunway in the heart of Sunway City Kuala Lumpur, representing a major stride forward for the premium electric vehicle brand in the country. Spearheaded by Sunway Marketing, Zeekr’s pioneering dealer partner in Malaysia, the launch solidifies the company’s commit ment to building a strong retail and service ecosystem in one of Malaysia’s most vibrant urban hubs. The new establishment, which comprises the Zeekr Space Sunway City showroom and the adjacent Zeekr Sunway Service Centre, represents an investment exceeding RM10 mil lion. Together, these facilities are designed to support every phase of the Zeekr ownership journey – from purchase and delivery to after sales care – and reflect a holistic approach to customer engagement and satisfaction. Zeekr Space Sunway City occupies an 11,100 square-foot footprint along Persiaran Lagoon, on the site of the former Sunway City helipad. The facility houses six dedicated display bays, showcasing the brand’s latest offerings such as the Zeekr X and Zeekr 009. It also includes two delivery bays, giving customers the opportunity to celebrate and capture the moment of receiving their new vehicle. Inside, the showroom offers a premium experience with a comfortable customer lounge, interactive consultation spaces, and EV-friendly infrastructure, including four AC charging points. Plans are also in place to add fast DC charg ing facilities in the near future to further enhance user convenience. Complementing the showroom is the serv ice centre, situated a short drive away along Jalan Lagoon Selatan. The 10,000 square foot facility features advanced diagnostic and service equipment operated by certified tech nicians. The showroom is now open to the public and welcomes visitors for test drives, consulta tions and vehicle purchases. Operating hours are from 9am to 7pm, Monday to Saturday, and from 10am to 5pm on Sundays. The service centre provides full aftersales support from 9am to 6pm on week days and 9am to 1pm on Saturdays.

Simply electric Lamborghini Temerario on the road for a cool RM1.35 million

This allows the Temerario to accelerate from 0 to 100kph in just 2.7 seconds and achieve a top speed of over 343kph. Structurally, the car rides on a new lightweight aluminium spaceframe that is 20% stiffer than its predecessor, provid ing enhanced agility and torsional rigid ity. The aerodynamic package has also seen major advancements, with Lamborghini claiming a 118% increase in downforce over the Huracan EVO, rising to 158% with the optional Alleggerita lightweight package. This variant further reduces weight by over 25kg through the use of carbon-fibre

wheels and body components. Inside, the Temerario features a futur istic cockpit that Lamborghini describes as “pilot-inspired.” The cabin offers improved headroom, redesigned comfort seating, and an intui tive new human-machine interface (HMI). Technological highlights include Lamborghini Telemetry 2.0, integrated dashcam functionality, a memory recorder, and an augmented reality (AR) navigation system. The Lamborghini Temerario is now open for booking in Malaysia through Lamborghini Kuala Lumpur, with a start

ing price of RM 1,350,000 before duties, taxes and personalisation. The arrival of the Temerario marks a significant milestone for Lamborghini in Malaysia, representing the brand’s com mitment to hybrid performance under its broader Direzione Cor Tauri electrifica tion strategy. It is also the first time a Lamborghini production car features a V8 as the cen trepiece, and what a statement it makes. For Malaysian supercar enthusiasts, the Temerario offers not only blistering performance and engineering brilliance but also a glimpse into the electrified future of Italian motoring passion.

Stealth GT-R to headline TAS 2025 JAPANESE tuning legend Top Secret is returning to the Tokyo Auto Salon Kuala Lumpur (TAS) this year with one of its most celebrated and rarest creations – the VR32 Stealth Nissan GT-R.

The highly anticipated showcase will take place from Aug 8 to 10 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (Mitec), where fans will also get the chance to meet the master mind behind the machine, Kazuhiko “Smokey” Nagata, now making his third consecutive appearance at the event. At the heart of the VR32 Stealth GT R is an ambitious and meticulously exe cuted fusion: the 3.8-litre powerplant from the modern R35 GT-R has been transplanted into the shell of the iconic BNR32. This fusion of eras has resulted in a one-off creation that exemplifies engi neering excellence and performance driven design. The car, the only one of its kind in the world, was built entirely by Nagata himself. The build involved far more than just an engine swap. The project required extensive chassis fabrication and rein forcement to accommodate the high performance R35 drivetrain. The entire body underwent stitch welding, and additional tube bracing was incorporated beneath the front fenders to enhance chassis rigidity. The car also features a full roll cage for added struc tural integrity and safety. In terms of power, the VR32 is noth ing short of monstrous. Generating a

R35 have been seamlessly integrated into the classic chassis. Beyond the display, visitors can browse a dedicated Top Secret mer chandise booth and meet Smokey Nagata in person – a rare opportunity for automotive fans and tuning enthusiasts. Tickets for the Tokyo Auto Salon Kuala Lumpur 2025 are now available, priced at RM48 for a one-day adult pass, RM30 for children aged 6 to 12, and RM120 for a Family Combo (two adults and two children). An adult three-day pass is also available for RM120. Children aged five and below may enter for free, while OKU card holders and their care givers are entitled to a 50% discount. For ticket purchases and further information, visit the official event web site at www.tokyoautosalonkl.com.

staggering 1,072hp, the engine is enhanced with a Top Secret BB800 tur bine and JUN H-section connecting rods, highlighting the level of perform ance engineering that went into this unique machine. Visually, the car commands attention with its Stealth Grey paintwork, a full aerodynamic kit, and aggressive stance. The braking system is borrowed from the R35 GT-R, offering exceptional stop ping power via six-piston Brembo calli pers at the front and four-piston units at the rear, clamping onto massive 380mm discs. The R35 influence continues into the interior, where the original BNR32 cabin has been comprehensively reimagined. The dashboard, instrument cluster, cen tre console, and door panels from the