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Lamborghini Opens Third Official Spanish Dealership in Marbella

With the gleaming Mediterranean as a backdrop, Automobili Lamborghini unveiled its third official dealership in Spain—Lamborghini Marbella—during a spectacular evening event hosted by Chairman and CEO Stephan Winkelmann, alongside Chief Marketing & Sales Officer Federico Foschini. The event marked a bold new chapter for the Italian marque as it continues to grow its presence in southern Europe.

Nestled in the heart of Puerto Banús, one of Spain’s most prestigious and lively destinations, the new 270-square-meter showroom is more than a retail space—it’s a celebration of Lamborghini’s brand DNA: design, performance, and exclusivity. The two-level facility showcases the full hybrid range, drawing attention from passersby through its expansive glass façade and promising an immersive brand experience within.

Icons on Display, Experiences Beyond the Showroom

Guests at the launch were treated to an exclusive preview of Lamborghini’s latest innovations, including the Revuelto, the world’s first V12 High-Performance Electrified Vehicle (HPEV), the Urus SE Super SUV, and the bold new Temerario, the latest expression of Lamborghini’s “Fuoriclasse” vision.

Adding nautical prestige to the evening, the Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63—a striking high-performance yacht born from the partnership with Tecnomar and inspired by the Lamborghini Sián—was on display, further reinforcing the brand’s luxury lifestyle appeal.

As the sun dipped below the horizon, the celebration transitioned into a sensory experience with a seaside dinner, live flamenco and dance performances, and a vibrant DJ set. Capping off the evening, the Puerto Banús control tower was illuminated with the iconic Lamborghini emblem—a luminous symbol of the brand’s new presence in Marbella.

A New Hub for Innovation and Personalization

“This new location will allow our customers to discover our fully hybrid super sports car range and personalize their dream vehicle through the Ad Personam program,” said Stephan Winkelmann. “It’s a reflection of Lamborghini’s commitment to exclusivity, technology, and high performance.”

The showroom isn’t just about aesthetics. The facility also includes a 730-square-meter workshop, ensuring a full-service experience for Lamborghini clients across the Costa del Sol and beyond. From bespoke customization to high-performance maintenance, Lamborghini Marbella is poised to become a key destination for both loyal customers and curious enthusiasts.

Embracing the Future with a Hybrid Heart

The fully hybridized range, now a core part of Lamborghini’s identity, takes center stage in Marbella. With reduced emissions, improved efficiency, and uncompromising performance, the lineup reaffirms the brand’s vision for the future of mobility without sacrificing the raw, emotional driving experience that defines every Raging Bull.

“Joining the Lamborghini family with the opening of our dealership in Marbella is a great privilege,” said Basel Alkhatib, Co-owner and Managing Director of Lamborghini Marbella. “Our mission is to offer an experience that lives up to the brand’s legacy at a pivotal moment in its evolution.”

A Southern Star for the Raging Bull

With Lamborghini Marbella, Automobili Lamborghini strengthens its foothold in Spain while delivering a destination where passion, performance, and personalization meet. As hybridization becomes the new benchmark for super sports cars, Marbella stands ready to host the future of the brand—under the sun, beside the sea, and always at full throttle.

Source: Lamborghini

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Spanish drivers will use V-16 LED lights instead of the red warning triangle

At the proposal of the Ministry of Transport, Spanish lawmakers have decided that from January 1, 2026, all vehicles on Spanish roads must be equipped with a V-16 LED light instead of the red warning triangle.

Research has shown that a large number of drivers and passengers have been killed when installing a warning triangle behind a vehicle. Between 2018 and 2022, an average of 22 people died each year while trying to install the triangle or when it was knocked down by wind or rain. To solve the problem, it was decided that from January 1, 2026, all vehicles on Spanish roads must use a V-16 LED light that emits a signal visible in a 360-degree circle and at a distance of up to one kilometer, which significantly improves safety, especially on main roads and motorways.

The effectiveness of this technology was confirmed by a series of tests carried out by Spanish government agencies before it received legal approval for use. Drivers who do not comply with this regulation will be fined 200 euros, while the price of the device is 40 euros.

The V-16 LED lights also have a geolocation system that allows the competent services to quickly locate a broken down vehicle or accident scene and send help in time. The light automatically sends a signal every 100 seconds, and stops broadcasting when the device is turned off.

Whether this solution will be used in other European Union countries remains to be seen.

Source: Reuters

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VW Polo will be manufactured in South Africa

Four decades have passed since Volkswagen started production of its B-segment supermini car, the VW Polo, in Spain. However, from now on this model for the European market will be produced in South Africa.

The VW Polo was introduced in 1975 and over time became one of the German manufacturer’s best-selling cars, with over 8 million cars produced in the Spanish factory. The growing pressure to produce electric cars forced Volkswagen to transfer the production of this model to another contingent. Two new affordable electric cars that Volkswagen plans to launch by 2026 will be produced in Spain. It will be the Volkswagen ID.2 X and Škoda Epiq, based on the MEB Entry platform.

Thus, VW plans to invest more than one billion euros in order to adapt the production plant to new electric models. However, the workers employed in this factory are asking what will happen until the moment when the production of electric cars starts. We are talking about a period of less than two years. Forecasts say that the factory will produce 1/4 million vehicles this year and only 150,000 units in 2025.

The new VW ID.2 will be produced at the Martorello plant and will hit the market at the end of 2025, while its SUV version will be built in Navarre and will have to undergo a transformation to adapt to these new small electric cars.

Source: Volkswagen