Lamborghini Unveils Advanced Temerario GT3 Race Car

At the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, Lamborghini pulled the cover off its next-generation GT3 contender: the plug-in hybrid Temerario GT3. A successor to the celebrated Huracán GT3, this purpose-built racing machine brings fresh engineering innovations, enhanced aerodynamics, and a customer-focused support package for the 2026 season.
From Spa Victory to Next-Gen Homologation
Just weeks after a Grasser Racing Huracán GT3 claimed overall victory at the 2025 24 Hours of Spa, Lamborghini’s racing division announced the Temerario GT3’s approaching FIA homologation. While the road-going Temerario supercar boasts 907 hp (676 kW) from a hybrid V8-electric powertrain, the GT3 variant focuses on simplicity and reliability for private teams:
- 4.0 L twin-turbocharged V8, output restricted to 550 hp (410 kW)
- Lightweight six-speed sequential gearbox driving the rear axle
- ABS and traction control tuned for GT3 Balance of Performance (BoP)
- Dry weight target under 1,250 kg, meeting FIA GT3 regulations
“We designed the Temerario GT3 around the customer,” said CTO Rouven Mohr. “Our goal was a broad performance window—from qualifying dash to endurance stints in rain or darkness—while keeping maintenance intervals and repair times minimal.”
Powertrain and Transmission Insights
Departing from hybrid complexity, Lamborghini engineers refined the V8’s cooling circuit and integrated a compact dry-sump lubrication system. Thermal management uses three air-to-water radiators plus a front-mounted intercooler assembly. Electronic control has been centralized in a customized ECU with over-the-air update capability, enabling BoP adjustments mid-season.
- Revised turbocharger mapping for linear torque delivery between 3,000–7,500 rpm
- Sequential shift logic with adjustable launch control and clutch slip settings
- Modular wiring harness for rapid sensor replacement and data-logger upgrades
Aerodynamics and Chassis Dynamics
The new carbon-fiber monocoque retains the Huracán’s base geometry but integrates a deeper front splitter, enlarged underfloor diffusers, and an adjustable rear wing with hydraulic end-plate flaps. CFD simulations report a 10% increase in downforce at 200 km/h with only a 5% drag penalty compared to the predecessor.
- Front double-diffuser vents to optimize under-trail flow
- Brake cooling ducts with variable vanes for track-temperature adaptation
- Push-rod suspension with three-way adjustable dampers and anti-roll bars
Customer Support and Racing Logistics
Lamborghini’s motorsport arm is expanding its turnkey service offerings:
- Spare-parts kits engineered for sub-30-minute nose-cone swaps
- On-site engineer deployment and homologation consultancy for new teams
- Data-analysis platform with cloud-based telemetry and real-time BoP alerts
Competitor Landscape and BoP Evolution
With Ferrari entering the GT3 arena in late 2025 and new Porsche 911 GT3 R upgrades on the horizon, FIA’s BoP committee plans quarterly dynamic adjustments. Early private tests at Adria and Barcelona circuits indicate the Temerario GT3 slots neatly between its chief rivals in lap-time simulations.
Expert Opinions
“The move away from hybrid systems makes sense for customer teams focused on uptime and cost control,” notes motorsport engineer Dr. Elena Rossi. “Lamborghini’s quick-change bodywork is a standout feature that can really save hours during endurance events.”
Outlook for 2026 Season
With over 200 Huracán GT3s sold since 2015, Lamborghini expects strong customer uptake of the Temerario GT3. First deliveries are slated for Q1 2026, in time for pre-season test days at Paul Ricard and Monza. Teams will receive bespoke setup booklets, mobile dyno trucks, and a new driver training simulator featuring the exact cockpit layout.
Conclusion
Combining proven design philosophies with the latest in materials science, electronics, and aerodynamics, the Temerario GT3 underlines Lamborghini’s commitment to customer-centric racing success. As GT3 competition intensifies, this machine is poised to keep the raging bull near the front of the pack.