16 Years As Lamborghini CTO And Now The Eccentrica V12: The Story of Maurizio Reggiani

Maurizio Reggiani, born on February 8, 1959, in San Martino Spino, Italy, is a distinguished automotive engineer renowned for his significant contributions to the high-performance automotive industry. He graduated from the University of Modena with a degree in mechanical engineering.

Reggiani began his career at Maserati in 1982, focusing on engine development, notably for the Maserati Biturbo. In 1987, he joined Bugatti under Paolo Stanzani, overseeing the development of the EB110’s engine, gearbox, and transmission.

In 1995, Reggiani moved to Lamborghini, leading the development of the Murciélago. By 2001, he headed research and development for powertrains and suspension. His tenure as Chief Technical Officer from 2006 saw the launch of models like the Aventador, Huracán, and Urus. In January 2022, he became Vice President of Lamborghini Motorsport, overseeing the company’s motorsport division.

In April 2023, the University of Bologna awarded Reggiani a Laurea ad Honorem, recognizing his contributions to automotive engineering.

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Sam

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Show Notes:

00:00 The Journey Begins: From Maserati to Lamborghini

02:48 Engineering Excellence: The Bugatti Experience

06:07 Transitioning to Lamborghini: Challenges and Innovations

09:02 The Birth of the Gallardo: A New Era

11:54 The Impact of Audi Ownership on Lamborghini

14:48 Defining the Soul of Lamborghini

18:06 The Evolution of Lamborghini's Engine Technology

21:02 The Success of the Urus: A Game Changer

23:57 Future of Lamborghini: Hybridization and Beyond

54:36 Energy Storage Challenges in Automotive Engineering

58:52 The Evolution of Hypercars and Performance Expectations

01:00:44 Innovations in Resto Mods: The Eccentrica Vision

01:05:07 Balancing Tradition and Modern Technology in Car Design

01:10:32 Driving Experience: Comparing the Eccentrica to the Original Diablo

01:15:20 Challenges of Low-Volume Production in Luxury Cars

01:20:34 Customization and Personalization in High-End Automotive Projects

01:24:03 Future Prospects for Eccentrica and the Automotive Industry

01:29:25 Memorable Driving Experiences and Personal Favorites

01:35:37 The Most Undervalued and Interesting Cars Today

How To Design The Ultimate Garage With Expert Jayde Deverson

Jayde Deverson is a renowned designer of luxury garages for car collectors. Jayde has spent over 15 years transforming garages from simple storage spaces into bespoke, functional environments that reflect the owner’s passions and car collections.

https://www.equusauto.co.uk/

https://www.deversondesign.com.au/

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Sam

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Luxury Garage Design

03:03 The Journey to Designing Garages

05:59 First Project and Building Reputation

08:57 The Importance of Practical Experience

11:58 Challenges in Garage Design

15:06 Client Confidentiality and Promotion

17:45 The Garage Design Landscape

21:08 Creating Personal Spaces

24:03 Unique Design Inspirations

27:01 The Balance of Aesthetics and Functionality

29:58 Cultural Differences in Garage Design

32:53 Future Trends in Garage Spaces

50:19 Designing Automotive Country Clubs

59:40 Building Design for Car Preservation

01:12:58 The Balance of Car Usage and Preservation

01:21:26 Memorable Driving Experiences and Car Choices

The McLaren 765LT vs P1, GT3RS, Racing Sims and More! w. Dan Prosser

On this episode of the show, we're joined by automotive journalist Dan Prosser to discuss a range of topics in the world of cars. We start off by chatting about the new Intercooler website and what it has to offer car enthusiasts. Then, we delve into the world of podcasting and discuss the ins and outs of building a successful show.

Later in the episode, Dan shares his thoughts on building a YouTube brand and the importance of staying authentic and true to your own voice. We also discuss the differences between the 765LT and P1, and the new GT3RS.

For car racing fans, we delve into the topic of using a sim to learn racing and the benefits it can offer. We also compare the GT3 and GT4RS and discuss their respective strengths and weaknesses.

We wrap up the show by paying tribute to the recently retired Fiesta ST and discussing Sam's new electric vehicle. This episode is packed with insights and information for car enthusiasts of all kinds. Don't miss it!

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Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

07:23 - The new Intercooler website

10:13 - Podcasting

23:13 - Building a Youtube brand

33:06 - 765LT vs P1

44:02 - The New GT3RS

1:13:46 - Using a Sim to learn racing

1:27:19 - GT3 vs GT4RS

1:34:15 - RIP Fiesta ST & Sam’s New EV

2:08:36 - 5 Questions