Alfa Romeo recently announced on Twitter that they will be revealing a new model on August 30th. Speculations suggest that this new model may be a supercar, inspired by the iconic 33 Stradale from the 1960s. The timing of the reveal is interesting, as it falls in the same week as the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix, which takes place in Monza, not far from Alfa Romeo’s hometown of Milan.
Accompanying the announcement was a teaser photo that showcased what appears to be a vent on the vehicle. However, it is difficult to determine whether this vent is located at the front or rear of the car. The teaser photo was captioned with the message “The courage to dream” in Italian, adding to the intrigue and excitement surrounding the upcoming reveal.
This is not the first time Alfa Romeo has teased this mystery model. On New Year’s Eve, a video posted on their Instagram account asked viewers if they were ready for 2023, which ended with the statement “we are.” During this video, one of the taillights of the new model was briefly shown. The taillight featured a round design similar to the one used on Alfa Romeo’s former 4C sports car. However, a red dash through the middle formed what appeared to be the number 6, fueling rumors that the new model may be a 6C supercar.
Alfa Romeo CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato had previously hinted at the possibility of a supercar being launched to mark the end of the internal combustion engine era. The automaker plans to transition to full-electric vehicles starting in 2026. As the rumored engine for the new model is Alfa Romeo’s own turbocharged 2.9-liter V-6, the name 6C seems fitting. In the past, Alfa Romeo’s 4C was powered by a turbo-4 engine, while the previous 8C Competizione had a V-8 engine.
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It is worth mentioning that in 2018, Alfa Romeo had plans to launch a modern 8C supercar utilizing the same V-6 engine. However, those plans, along with a Giulia-based coupe, were canceled as Alfa Romeo’s parent company, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, entered negotiations for a merger with France’s PSA Group. These negotiations ultimately resulted in the creation of Stellantis, the current umbrella corporation for Alfa Romeo.
While the exact details of the new model remain a mystery, we do know that Alfa Romeo is working on a subcompact crossover that is set to be their first electric vehicle. This crossover, expected to launch in 2024, will share its platform with the Jeep Avenger and the recently revealed Fiat 600e.
In conclusion, Alfa Romeo’s upcoming reveal on August 30th has generated significant excitement and anticipation among automotive enthusiasts. Speculations suggest that it may be a supercar inspired by the legendary 33 Stradale. With Alfa Romeo’s commitment to transitioning to electric vehicles, it will be interesting to see how this new model fits into their electrification plans. Until the official reveal, fans and enthusiasts will eagerly await more information from Alfa Romeo.
