To those who savor provenance and performance,
In this issue, we spotlight the Vittori Turbio, a new hypercar that combines a hand-built 6.8-liter Italian V12 with a front electric motor. The pairing produces roughly 1,100 horsepower and nearly 1,900 Nm of torque. The Turbio claims a 0–60 mph time of about 2.5 seconds and a top speed exceeding 220 mph.
Styled by Pininfarina, the car incorporates AI-assisted design and titanium components produced through 3D printing. Just 50 examples will be made, each priced above $1 million, with deliveries scheduled to begin in Italy in 2026.
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🏎️ Vittori’s 1,100-HP AI V12 Hypercar Unveiled
🐾 Rolls-Royce Spectre ‘Bailey’ Is a One-Off Love Letter to a Dog
🏁 Street-Legal 1996 Ferrari Racer Hits the Road
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🏎️ Vittori’s 1,100-HP AI V12 Hypercar Unveiled
A Pininfarina-styled hybrid hypercar pairs a 6.8-liter V12 with electric assist for extraordinary performance. Limited to 50 cars, each commands a price well above $1 million.
Key Takeaways:
⚡ Hybrid Power: Italtecnica’s V12 and a front electric motor combine for about 1,110 horsepower and nearly 1,900 Nm of torque.
🚀 Serious Speed: The Turbio aims for 0–60 mph in 2.5 seconds and a top speed beyond 220 mph.
🛠️ Engineering Innovation: AI supports design and additive manufacturing, optimizing aerodynamics and titanium components, rather than focusing on self-driving functions.
🏁 Exclusive Production: Only 50 units are planned, with production taking place in Italy and deliveries set to begin in 2026.
🐾 Rolls-Royce Spectre ‘Bailey’ Is a One-Off Love Letter to a Dog
This bespoke electric coupe honors its owners’ Labrador–Golden Retriever mix with pawprint motifs, rose-gold detailing, and a Spirit of Ecstasy crafted to match. Inside, Bailey’s portrait appears in elaborate wood marquetry.
Key Takeaways:
🎨 Bespoke Craft: A marquetry portrait uses more than 180 veneer pieces, paired with rose-gold highlights to showcase obsessive craftsmanship.
🐶 Personal Touches: Pawprint inlays, custom sill plates, and embroidery carry the canine tribute across the cabin and exterior.
⚡ Electric Elegance: Spectre remains fully electric, combining dual motors and Rolls-Royce serenity with coachbuilt personalization.
🏛️ Private Office Experience: Built for longtime U.S. clients, the project highlights Rolls-Royce’s Private Office, where customers co-create every detail.
🏁 Street-Legal 1996 Ferrari Racer Hits the Road
A 1990s Ferrari GT, originally designed for racing, has been transformed for street use. Equipped with legal plates and lights, it merges racing heritage with practical daily driving, and is now headed to auction with multimillion-dollar hopes.
Key Takeaways:
🐴 Race Origins: Constructed for ’90s GT competition, it retains its stripped weight, roll cage, and aggressive aero.
🧾 Road Conversion: Headlights, indicators, mirrors, and complete documentation transform the car into a street-legal vehicle while preserving its racing soul.
🔊 V12 Drama: A naturally aspirated engine and close-ratio gearbox deliver visceral sound and pace.
💸 Collector Appeal: Provenance, rarity, and spares push valuations into multimillion territory, positioning it as a long-term treasure.
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Why It Matters
The Turbio demonstrates how hypercar builders blend tradition with cutting-edge methods. A naturally aspirated V12, combined with AI-enhanced design and scarcity, positions it as both a performance statement and a collector’s piece.
Until next time,
Juliana Miller
Editor-in-Chief
Exotic Car Insider
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