Croatian electric hypercar manufacturer Rimac is reportedly in discussions that could result in the company acquiring a meaningful ownership stake in Bugatti, potentially at the expense of Porsche’s current position in the iconic French hypercar brand’s ownership structure. Rimac already has an existing relationship with the Volkswagen Group that has included various collaborative arrangements, and the company’s founder Mate Rimac has established a reputation for both technological innovation and bold corporate maneuvering. The possibility of Rimac taking on a more prominent role in Bugatti’s future represents an intriguing potential marriage between the old world of ultra-luxury combustion hypercars and the new world of electric performance technology.
Bugatti’s future powertrain direction is a subject of intense interest in the automotive world, with the brand having committed to some level of electrification while remaining committed to preserving the character that has defined its product. Rimac’s technical expertise in developing world-class electric powertrains could provide Bugatti with a credible path forward, though how much of the legendary Bugatti W16 experience can be preserved through electrification is a question that enthusiasts approach with considerable anxiety. The negotiations, if confirmed, would represent one of the most significant ownership changes in the luxury hypercar segment in recent years.
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