No Gear ChangeLamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann said earlier this year that bringing back the manual transmission wasn't on the brand's "priority list." Now, Temerario product line director Paolo Racchetti has echoed that sentiment, saying that "for the moment," the current strategy focuses on further developing its hybrid technology.Their choice of words is particularly interesting, as it can come off as leaving a bit of wiggle room. Neither executive completely shut the door on a stick-shift model in the future, which is more relevant today given that fellow supercar makers Ferrari and McLaren have brought back manual-style transmissions with the 12Cilindri Manuale and McL 6GT, respectively. But considering the consistency of Lamborghini's messaging, it would be best for enthusiasts not to expect a three-pedal from the brand anytime soon.LamborghiniThe Power ShiftWhat the Italian marque is focusing on right now is hybridization, CarExpert reports. Its entire lineup now uses plug-in hybrid powertrains, including the Urus SE. Both the Revuelto and Temerario are PHEV supercars, with the former retaining a V12 engine paired with three electric motors to produce a combined output of 1,001 horsepower. That unlocks the brand's first production road-going model with over a thousand horses.More recently, Racchetti touched on the possibilities with the Temerario, which comes with a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 also paired with a tri-motor setup. The automaker can essentially make changes to the engine and/or hybrid system to deliver unique driving characteristics. The Temerario GT3 even drops the electric motors to comply with GT3 racing regulations.One of the rumored Temerario derivatives is a Sterrato-style off-road-focused model, following the formula pioneered by its predecessor, the Huracán. The Huracán's predecessor, the Gallardo, was the last Lamborghini offered with a manual transmission, and it seems that will remain the case for years to come.LamborghiniDifferent Kind of ThrillIt is a bit ironic that Lamborghini is prioritizing the development of performance and driving characteristics that evoke emotion rather than bringing back a manual gearbox, when shifting gears has long been a hallmark of driver engagement. But times are changing, and with demand for stick shifts remaining limited, developing one would be difficult to justify financially.For now, Lamborghini is expected to expand its road-going lineup to four model lines with a 2+2 grand tourer heavily inspired by the Lanzador concept. It was initially intended to use an all-electric powertrain, but amid slower-than-expected EV adoption, the company now plans to launch it as a plug-in hybrid.Lamborghini
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