At Monterey Car Week 2024, Touring Superleggera captivated the automotive world with the unveiling of the Veloce12 at The Quail. Our new limited series, inspired by the graceful power of a white shark, masterfully blends classic elegance with modern engineering.
The Veloce12’s debut was met with widespread acclaim, as enthusiasts and collectors praised its design, craftsmanship, and exhilarating performance. Showcased later on the Concept Lawn at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the Veloce12 stood as Touring Superleggera’s commitment to excellence and innovation.
This extraordinary car, born from a fusion of timeless design and cutting-edge technology, captivated the audience with its elegance, craftsmanship, and performance.
Car and Driver noted “Italian coachbuilder Touring Superleggera eschews trends with the Veloce12, revealed today at The
Quail as part of Monterey Car Week […] the Veloce12 aims to capture the analog
experience of the 1990s while sharpening the driving dynamics for the 21st century.”
A Debut Worthy of Legend
The Veloce12’s debut at The Quail was nothing short of spectacular.
Top Gear captures the unveiling of the Veloce12 as “Touring Superleggera has cranked out a few stone-cold classics in its time, but this one threatens to be the
stoniest and coldest of all”.
Drawing inspiration from the fluid, muscular lines of nature and the pure joy of driving, this limited-edition model embodies the essence of Touring Superleggera’s design philosophy.
With only 30 units being produced, each requiring a painstaking 5,000 hours of craftsmanship, the Veloce12 is a symbol of exclusivity and artisanal excellence.
This sentiment was echoed by duPont Registry, which detailed the Veloce12:
“Designed by Matteo Gentile, Touring’s Head of Design, the Veloce12’s carbon fiber bodywork is a harmonious blend of historical inspiration and natural beauty. The flowing lines and curves, reminiscent of a white shark, enhance and optimize the donor car with modern construction techniques, along with precision
engineering.”
Craftsmanship Meets Performance
At the heart of the Veloce12 lies a naturally aspirated V12 engine, meticulously tuned to deliver 503 horsepower. This powerplant, coupled with a gated manual transmission, offers a pure, analog driving experience that is increasingly rare in today’s automotive landscape.
The use of carbon fiber throughout the vehicle not only enhances its aesthetic appeal but also improves performance, ensuring that the Veloce12 is as dynamic as it is beautiful.
Forbes, noted “Photos fail to do the Veloce12 justice […], with more sensuous
lines from nose to tail on new body panels constructed entirely out of carbon fiber to highlight the profile’s inherent muscularity, while more futuristic touches include a headlight design hinting at the revamp
beneath the skin”.
Motor1.com, praised the Veloce12 “Touring takes it down to the chassis, adds some rigidity, and designs the lovely looking
Veloce12 body over its bones”. Focusing on technical advancements, highlighting the enhanced cooling system and Supersprint exhaust, which together create a driving experience that is both powerful and refined.
A Showstopper at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance
Following its grand unveiling at The Quail, the Veloce12 was showcased at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, where it was prominently displayed on the Concept Lawn.
This event, known for celebrating the world’s most exceptional vehicles, provided the perfect stage to present the Veloce12 to a discerning audience of collectors, enthusiasts, and industry experts.
Goodwood captured the significance of the Veloce12’s presence at the events, noting that the striking first impression of all participants of the Monterey Car Week: “First of all, the design. It’s a bold move to have a go at making serious changes to what is becoming beloved as a cult modern classic, but the revered coachbuilder has given it a go”.
The vehicle’s reception at the event was overwhelmingly positive, with many praising its design, craftsmanship, and the unique driving experience it offers.
CEO Markus Tellenbach Reflects on a Milestone Achievement
“This year has been a landmark one for Touring Superleggera,” remarked Markus Tellenbach, CEO of Touring Superleggera. “The unveiling of the Veloce12 at The Quail and its subsequent showcase at Pebble Beach are testaments to our dedication to creating vehicles that are not only beautiful but also deliver a driving experience that is pure and unfiltered.”
“The Veloce12 is a celebration of design, performance, and the art of craftsmanship. We are proud to share this achievement with the world and look forward to continuing to push the boundaries of automotive design excellence.”
A Legacy of Excellence
Touring Superleggera’s unveiling of the Veloce12 marks yet another chapter in its long history of crafting some of the world’s most iconic vehicles.
As Wallpaper* mentions “Touring builds for those who know what they want, not what they’re told they want, bucking trends in
design, fashion and vulgar horsepower wars”
Founded in 1926, Touring Superleggera has always been synonymous with excellence in design, innovation, and craftsmanship. The Veloce12 is a continuation of this legacy, combining timeless elegance with modern performance to create a vehicle that will be cherished by collectors and driving enthusiasts for years to come.
