Oxfordshire’s YASA unveils latest electric motor innovation milestone in Lamborghini tie-up

Oxfordshire-based YASA[1] said it was continuing to push the boundaries of electric motor innovation, underscored by its technical tie-up with Italian luxury sports car manufacturer Automobili Lamborghini. The pair have created bespoke axial flux electric motors at YASA'S R&D facility near Oxford, which will be used in Lamborghini's new, state-of-the-art hybrid V8 supercar - the Lamborghini Temerario. READ MORE: Electric motor firm YASA to take new HQ at Bicester Motion[2]

The milestone builds on YASA and Lamborghini's electric drive partnership, which was announced earlier this year and started with the development of an optimised high-performance e-propulsion system for the Revuelto V12 hybrid hypercar. Graeme Cook, YASA managing director, said: "Our partnership with Lamborghini shows what's truly possible when two innovators commit to pushing the boundaries of technology. "To have in place a longstanding technical partnership focused on progressing next-generation e-propulsion solutions with Lamborghini, one of the world's foremost brands, is something I personally continue to be incredibly proud of.

"To see our collaboration flourish so early, first with the development of the e-propulsion system for the Revuelto V12 hybrid hypercar and now the next-generation YASA electric motor design for the Temerario V8, is simply thrilling. "But this is just the start of our partnership with Lamborghini - our intent is to continue to push engineering boundaries and challenge design norms." Davide Bizzarri, head of vehicle motion at Automobili Lamborghini, added: "At Lamborghini, our pursuit of perfection drives us to integrate the latest advancements in electric propulsion.

"Partnering with YASA allows us to push the technical and engineering boundaries of what's possible, delivering unparalleled performance and driving experiences for our customers." Positioned on the front e-axle, the Temerario incorporates two YASA axial flux motors, delivering peak torque of 300Nm and peak power of 110kW. The motors' maximum speed is 10,000rpm.

The Temerario also has a third YASA electric motor on the rear axle, ensuring exceptional performance and driving dynamics. YASA is a spinout from the University of Oxford and a wholly owned subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz Group since 2021. It continues to be at the vanguard of EV technology with its axial flux electric motor development.

It employs over 400 people across sites in Oxford, Bicester and Welshpool.

References

1. ^ YASA (yasa.com)
2. ^ READ MORE: Electric motor firm YASA to take new HQ at Bicester Motion (thebusinessmagazine.co.uk)