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2023 Pagani Super Utopia. It all started with the C8 (The Almighty Zonda) project in 1999 in a small workshop not far from Modena with only 25 employees, then came the C9 in 2011 (named after the wind god Huayra) built in search of global markets and innovative integration solutions such as Active aerodynamics and carbon titanium.

 Now, after 11 years and 4,000 sketches, the world is ready to welcome a newborn racehorse to the Pagàni stables, Project C10, also known as Pagàni Utopia. The idea behind the new car was simple, improving something that was already perfect but also continued to focus on simplicity, lightness and driving pleasure. Thus, the C10 project in its development was contrary to the main trends of that time.

No heavy batteries, no hybrid power, just a great V12 engine; There is no dual-clutch system, only a seven-speed manual or automatic transmission. All this to ensure that the car responds better than ever to every action of its driver and works with them to be the purest form of driving, a "classic" experience defined in new ways. The new car has very few aerodynamic additions but is more efficient than ever.

Where some supercars have multiple spoilers, the utopia incorporates the functionality of these additions into its overall shape, achieving greater downforce and less drag through its design. Everything about this car is an art but it also has to be functional as the forged wheels have a turbine-shaped carbon fiber extractor that pulls hot air away from the brakes and reduces turbulence under the body.

A long-standing collaboration with Pirelli tires has led to the development of special large tires (the silhouette of the Utopia can be seen on their sidewalls as well) 21 inches in the front and 22 inches in the rear, which is crucial to transferring massive torque to the ground efficiencies and finishing off an off-road road car feel. normal.

 The side mirrors, as if suspended in the air, are separated from the body for better aerodynamic penetration, which indicates the subtle improvement made to them in the wind tunnel. The taillights float on either side of the rear wings installed in the air hoods.

 The distinctive titanium tetrahedron is still present. It has a ceramic coating for efficient heat dissipation, but still sets the weight above 6kg for the complete system. The dual-suspension system, made from aircraft-grade aluminum alloy, benefits from the Huayra R's extended development work but has been adapted and tamed for road use.

The carbon monocoque structure used on previous Pagani models sets the standard in terms of strength, lightness and build quality. Pagani decided to enhance its existing strength, improve the way its fibers are woven and constantly invent new composite materials such as Carbo-Titanium and Carbo Triax.

Furthermore, a new type of A-class carbon fiber has

 been specifically developed for aesthetic applications such as automobile bodywork, providing 38% additional stiffness at the same density. 30 years of close cooperation with Daimler, at Utopia it presented the latest iteration of the AMG 6-liter twin-turbo V12 engine specially designed for Pagani: it generates 864 hp and, above all, an impressive torque of 1100 Nm.

 It increases turnover and is more flexible and robust while meeting the most stringent emissions regulations, including those in place in California. As for the transmission, the choice was a philosophical one. The dual-clutch transmission will not be effective, but it is heavy and robs the driver of the ability to adjust the pace of the car's acceleration. Instead, Pagani turned to Xtrac, the reputable, high-performance transmission manufacturer, to develop the fastest helical gearbox possible. They are compact, lightweight and transversely mounted to improve the center of gravity.

Moreover, in order to fulfill the wishes expressed by Pagani fans and enthusiasts, a virtual manual will not be accepted, so a real seven-speed manual transmission was developed. The task of designing such a gearbox with synchronizer rings and a mechanism capable of handling 1100 Nm of torque suitable for purely manual application was not an easy task, but it was a prerequisite for Utopia.

Pricing is still unknown at the moment, but that's not a problem as the first series of utopia coupes has already been dedicated to its 99 premium enthusiasts finalizing their configurations these days. The improvement never stops, the story of Pagani continues, and the work of Pagani continues