The name "Huracan" is Spanish for "hurricane”, as well as the name of the Mayan God of wind, fire and storm. Although it does seem appropriate, standing for the power this machine packs, some Lamborghini fans were upset with the Company's decision to give up its tradition of naming its cars after fighting bulls. However, Lamborghini has assuaged these fears - Huracan was supposedly the name of a bull that fought in Alicante in 1879. With the three different entities represented by this nomenclature, Huracan might just be the spunkiest Lamborghini name ever.
The first thing noticeable about this car is its somewhat subdued, yet characteristic Lamborghini looks - a soft arched posterior, a sublime semi cycloid anterior, a low slung swept windscreen - all of which leaves one in no doubt of its impeccable aerodynamic design, capable of slicing through the air like a bullet. The outer body is made of composite aluminium fibres supported by a frame made feathery light by carbon fibre composites. The sharpness in its design is pronounced - from its sleek electronic side view mirrors to the grille in front, designed to fend any air resistance. The styling of the Huracan is slightly subdued as compared to its more flamboyant predecessors. Slightly smaller than the Gallardo that has been discontinued, this car does well to borrow a few tricks from the Audi R8 and its forthcoming successor which will be available next year. The carbon fibre - aluminium frame body combination for example, provides extra stability at reduced cost and cheaper replacement and repair expense.
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