Luca Betti | Kimera Automobili - Rallying, Lancia Restomods And Building A Pikes Peak Car

Luca Betti, founder and CEO of Kimera Automobili, is a former professional rally driver who now specializes in creating exceptional restomod vehicles, reviving iconic rally legends through modern engineering and innovation.

Luca discusses his early career in rallying, sharing pivotal experiences from competing internationally and his transition into entrepreneurship. He reveals the inspiration and meticulous development process behind Kimera Automobili’s acclaimed Evo 37 restomod, designed to honour the legendary rally car with contemporary performance.

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Luca also shares details about Kimera's latest projects, including the four-wheel-drive Evo 38 and the ambitious K39 project aimed at Pikes Peak. He emphasises his team's commitment to authenticity, combining classic motorsport heritage with cutting-edge automotive technology to deliver thrilling driving experiences.

Enjoy.

Show Notes

00:00 The Journey of a Racing Driver

02:54 From Rally Driver to Entrepreneur

06:07 Memorable Moments in Rallying

09:08 Transitioning to Team Management

11:53 Creating the Kimera Evo 37

15:05 The Evolution of Classic Cars

17:55 Engineering the Perfect Performance

20:57 Balancing Tradition and Innovation

24:13 Driving Experience and Daily Usability

28:46 The Evolution of Car Dynamics

32:19 Introducing the Evo 38: A New Era

36:57 The K39 Project: A Return to Motorsport

40:14 Challenges and Triumphs in Car Manufacturing

47:26 Memorable Journeys and Dream Cars

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