Concerning data about the Lamborghini allegedly involved in Diogo Jota’s crash have recently surfaced. The Liverpool attacker, 28, and his brother, Andre Silva, 26, sadly died in the early hours of Thursday morning – barely 10 miles across the Portuguese border into Spain – as investigators continue to speculate that their car’s tyre blew out, causing it to crash and quickly catch fire.
The siblings were on their way back to England, having chosen to travel by ferry after doctors advised Jota not to fly due to minor lung surgery following his wedding to his childhood girlfriend in Porto just two weeks prior. That decision finally led the Anfield favourite to drive down a road widely regarded as one of Spain’s most perilous.
However, further disturbing information about the circumstances of a tragedy have emerged, bringing the football world and the wider community together in sadness. The Lamborghini driven by the 50-cap Portuguese international is no longer in production and was previously recalled due to safety issues, according to recent discoveries.
Worrying Details of Diogo Jota’s Car Model Emerge
The Lamborghini Huracan has a history of recalls and safety issues
According to The Sun, Lamborghini insiders believe the car was a Huracan, a luxury model frequently seen in the garages of football’s elite, with Kyle Walker having previously been observed driving one. The model is no longer in production, but it was one of Lamborghini’s most successful vehicles, selling more than 25,000 units worldwide.
While the precise Huracan involved has yet to be validated, Carscoops.com reports that various safety issues have been raised about the model in general. These faults include headlight changes that may produce glare and limit visibility, as well as a malfunctioning seat belt warning system.
In September 2024, a recall affected 39 Huracan EVO Spyder cars in the United States. Lamborghini confirmed that a crash protection bracket, which is critical to the vehicle’s front structural integrity, may have been fitted on the incorrect side owing to human error at the Sant’Agata Bolognese facility. The problem, purportedly discovered by a factory worker, prompted Lamborghini to briefly halt production and inspect impacted vehicles.
Lamborghini recalled 7,805 Huracan cars manufactured between July 30, 2014 and October 30, 2023. The problem was a feature in the infotainment system that allowed drivers to change headlights horizontally, including into “tourist mode” for left-hand driving, which was not permitted by US federal safety regulations. This could cause glare in approaching vehicles and limit driver sight.
Certain 2021 and 2023 Huracan Coupe and Spyder cars were recalled due to a problem with the door unlatching cable’s safety clip, which may not have been correctly attached during construction. This generated fears that doors may fail to open correctly in an emergency.
Lamborghini Release Statement
The Italian supercar manufacturer is awaiting further information
A Lamborghini spokeswoman told The Sun in a statement: “We are horrified to learn of the tragedy in Spain involving a Lamborghini, in which Diogo and Andre Jota tragically died.
“We offer our heartfelt condolences to their family during this difficult time. Automobili Lamborghini is awaiting additional details about the incident, with complete respect for everybody affected.”
Following the tragic deaths of the Jota brothers, heartfelt tributes have poured in from all around the football world and beyond. Icons such as Steven Gerrard, Lionel Messi, and Cristiano Ronaldo have paid tribute to his teammates, while comrades like Andrew Robertson have commemorated the 28-year-old in extremely personal ways.
Liverpool kept their original statement brief and courteous to protect the privacy of those mourning, but later issued a heartfelt memorial essay to “Our Number 20.” The club also promised to “immortalise” him in the future. However, it remains to be seen whether supporters’ impassioned appeals for his shirt number to be retired would be allowed after the number 20 was introduced in 2020 and his last act helped the Reds win their 20th league title.
Meanwhile, supporters of all ages continue to congregate outside Anfield, leaving flowers, balloons, and heartfelt notes in a growing tribute to love and remembrance opposite the Hillsborough shrine.
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