12/02/2025
In 2022, disaster struck in the middle of the Atlantic.
A cargo ship carrying 4,000 luxury cars — including the final Lamborghini Aventadors ever built — erupted in flames after a lithium battery ignited onboard. The Felicity Ace burned for days before finally sinking, becoming one of the most expensive automotive losses in maritime history.
Porsche, Bentley, Audi… all suffered losses.
But for Lamborghini, it was devastating.
The last batch of Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae models — the end of the legendary V12 era — vanished into the ocean.
Instead of accepting the loss, Lamborghini did something no automaker had ever done:
They restarted production and hand-built replacement Aventadors for every affected customer.
It was a bold move that showcased the brand’s loyalty, craftsmanship, and commitment to its heritage.
Out of a global tragedy came a story of resilience — one that ultimately helped inspire Lamborghini’s next chapter, the hybrid-electric Revuelto, blending emotion, power, and sustainability for the future of supercars.