Lamborghini SpA is holding off for now on making its roaring sports cars fully electric as skepticism around the technology grows. While performance won’t be an issue in an EV, some emotional aspects — like the sound of the Huracan’s V10 engine — can’t be replicated, said Lamborghini boss Stephan Winkelmann. The Volkswagen AG-owned brand also remains open to use e-fuels if regulation becomes more favourable.
Lamborghini’s rival Ferrari NV is further along in its electrification push, and next month plans to open a factory that will make hybrid and electric supercars in Maranello, Italy. Its first fully electric model is due next year. BYD Co. has beaten both to the punch after unveiling a 1.68 million yuan electric sports car in February. The Yangwang U9 will initially be sold only in China, where Lamborghini’s exposure is “limited,” Winkelmann said.