Rimac Celebrates 15th Anniversary Milestone

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Rimac Automobili marks its 15th anniversary with the introduction of the limited-edition Rimac Nevera 15th Anniversary Edition. This special iteration celebrates the company’s journey from a daring start-up to a leading name in electric hypercars. The new model features exclusive design elements and unparalleled performance, embodying Rimac’s legacy of innovation and defying expectations.

Key Highlights:

  • Limited Run: Only nine bespoke examples of the 15th Anniversary Edition will be produced.
  • Exclusive Design: Features a new copper shade with matte paintwork and a visible carbon fiber split.
  • Unique Interior: Copper anodized switchgear, special badging, and ‘2009-2024’ script adorn the interior.
  • Debut Event: The first unit will debut at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
  • Performance Legacy: The Nevera remains the world’s fastest accelerating production car with advanced in-house technology.

Historical Milestones:

  • 2009-2010: Garage Phase: Mate Rimac converts a 1984 BMW E30 into an electric car, sparking the idea for an electric supercar.
  • 2011: Rimac sets five Guinness and FIA World records for the fastest accelerating electric car.
  • 2011: Rimac Automobili unveils the Concept_One at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
  • 2013-2014: The first car developed and manufactured for another company is exported, marking Rimac’s first profitable year.
  • 2015: Rimac achieves second best time at Pikes Peak International Hillclimb.
  • 2016: Delivery of the first customer Concept_One, with seven more to follow.
  • 2017: Expansion with new investments and technology projects.
  • 2018: Launch of the C_Two (Nevera) at the Geneva Motor Show.
  • 2019: Continued development and investment, including partnerships with global OEMs.
  • 2020: Growth despite the global pandemic, with a workforce exceeding 850 employees.
  • 2021: Rimac Automobili and Bugatti merge into Bugatti Rimac, the world’s premier hypercar company.
  • 2022: Nevera sets the world record for the fastest top speed for an electric road car at 412 kph.
  • 2023: Nevera breaks 23 performance records in a single day and sets the production car record at Goodwood Hillclimb.
Rimac Celebrates 15th Anniversary Milestone

Mate Rimac’s Vision:

“Honestly, when I started to tinker with my first car in a garage, I couldn’t have even dreamt of being where we are 15 years later. There were so many times in the early years that we really thought the company wouldn’t make it, so reaching the 15-year milestone felt like it was worthy of a celebration. The 15th Anniversary Edition Nevera is the car that marks our progress, reveling just how far we’ve come. From garage to global; from worrying about keeping the lights on to a 2bn EUR valuation; from converted BMW 3 Series to the world’s fastest accelerating production car and from hypercar maker to Tier 1 EV tech supplier and energy storage pioneers. All achieved in a country where all of this would have sounded like science fiction at the time of founding the company.”

Rimac’s Evolution:

Since its inception, Rimac has grown from a one-man dream to a global entity with over 2,200 employees across four countries. The Rimac Group now includes Bugatti Rimac, Rimac Technology, and Rimac Energy. The completion of Phase 1 of the Rimac Campus, a 100,000 m² HQ and production facility, signifies a new era of innovation and growth. The Rimac Nevera remains a testament to Mate Rimac’s vision, combining cutting-edge technology with unparalleled performance, paving the way for future advancements in electric hypercars.

About Rimac Automobili:

Rimac Automobili, part of Bugatti Rimac, is renowned for its pioneering electric hypercars. Founded in 2009 by Mate Rimac, the company launched the world’s first all-electric hypercar, the Concept_One, in 2011. The Nevera, revealed in 2018, continues to set new benchmarks in performance and technology. The Rimac Group’s global headquarters is located near Zagreb, Croatia, with future plans to transition to the expansive Rimac Campus, fostering further innovation in electric vehicle technology.

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