Automobili Pininfarina debuts Battista Edizione hyper GT dedicated to first F1 champ Nino Farina
Even as it continues its deliveries of its limited edition Battista hyper GT, Automobili Pininfarina is now expanding the variety (and exclusivity) of its all-electric hypercar model while continuing to honor its rich Italian history. During the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the hyper EV developer will unveil a new, ultraexclusive version of the Battista called the Edizione Nino Farina – named after a family member crowned the first-ever Formula 1 champion.
Automobili Pininfarina GmbH is a Munich-based subsidiary of Indian automotive manufacturer Mahindra & Mahindra, who purchased the car-design firm Pininfarina SpA in 2015. Although it is currently a German/Indian company, the automaker’s roots remain deeply ingrained in Italian culture and stem from its origins as Carrozzeria Pininfarina, founded in 1930 by Battista “Pinin” Farina.
The reborn supercar developer did a burnout into relevance in 2018 with the debut of the Battista hyper GT at Monterey Car Week. However, it would take four years before we finally saw the EV named honoring its founder reach series production – and a mere 150 units at that.
Each Battista hyper GT requires 10 weeks to assemble and up to 1,340 hours of handcrafting to deliver one of 128 million possible design configurations to customers, a reason why each Battista is truly one of a kind and why a single EV costs $2.5 million.
As if that wasn’t exclusive enough, Automobili Pininfarina introduced the Battista Anniversario in 2021 – offering the same record-setting performance as the regular old Battista hyper GT but with custom wheels and an exterior painted by hand. Only five of these were made and have already been spoken for. One of which was delivered to a US customer this past fall.
With Battista deliveries taking place around the globe, Automobili Pininfarina is introducing a new limited-edition version, designed as another nod to the Italian racing family that started it all. Meet the Battista Edizione Nino Farina.
Pininfarina’s latest spin on the Battista is a rare Hyper GT
The automaker shared details of its latest hyper GT this afternoon, ahead of its official reveal at the Goodwood Festival of Speed later this week, where it will be driven by former F1 driver and hill-climb champion Nick Heidfeld.
The hyper GT is named after Nino Farina – nephew of Battista “Pinin” Farina and the first-ever F1 world champion in 1950. The company shared that Battista took his 16-year-old nephew to his first-ever race as a passenger, igniting the young man’s flame motor sport competition that would span decades after. Automobili Pininfarina‘s chief design officer, Dave Amantea, spoke to the heritage that went into such a futuristic EV:
This exclusive model pays homage to Nino Farina’s courageous and fearless persona, and his incredible achievements in motorsport. It is our tribute to a family dynasty – to the man who will forever be known as the first driver ever to be crowned a Formula One World Champion and to our founder, the man responsible for igniting his passion for racing.
Each vehicle is a tribute to Nino’s unrivaled history and each one represents a unique moment in his life, which was truly remarkable. We have taken inspiration from these moments to create a vehicle that would be the centre piece of any collection. Its signature Rosso Nino body color has been chosen to evoke memories of the Italian racing red paintwork of the cars in which he enjoyed his greatest victories, while key finishes and design cues sit seamlessly with Battista’s unmistakable design.
The exterior color is a bespoke deep red called “Rosso Nino” – a tribute to the vehicles Nino Farina drove during his race career. The lower body is finished in “Bianco Sestriere” and “Iconica Blu.”
As you can see in the images above, the interior features a bespoke two-tone theme, featuring black and beige (sustainable) leather and Rosso Nino on the back. You’ll also notice Iconica Blu seat belts and an exposed carbon steering wheel featuring Farina’s etched signature.
Like its Battista siblings, the Edizione Nino Farina delivers hyper GT performance, thanks to a 120 kWh lithium ion battery, four independent electric motors, and full torque vectoring. Here are some of its specs – many of which were previously world records until the Rimac Nevera came out to play:
- 0-60 mph in 1.79s
- 0-100km/h in 1.86s
- 0-120mph in 4.49s
- 0-200 km/h in 4.79 seconds.
- 1,900 hp (1,400 kW)
- 2,340 Nm of torque
- Up to 476 km range (296 miles WLTP combined, 300 miles EPA)
- Five dynamic driving modes: Calma, Pura, Energica, Furiosa and Carattere
Like the Battista Anniversario, Automobili Pininfarina says production of the new Edizione Nino Farina hyper GT will be limited to just five units. Each EV will feature an aluminum door plate, marking one of five career landmarks in Nino’s motor sport tenure:
- Nino’s date and place of birth (1906 in Turin)
- First-ever F1 pole position and race victory at the 1950 British Grand Prix
- Nino’s second victory in 1950 at the Swiss Grand Prix
- The third and final victory in 1950, at the Italian Grand Prix
- 1950 F1 world championship victory
No mention of price yet, but considering the Anniversarios went for at least $3 million a piece, we’d expect the latest limited edition hyper GT to sell for that – if not more. Keep an eye out for the new Battista Edizione Nino Farina at Goodwood July 13-16. Hoping to catch some video of it in action.
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Electricity demand is surging in Texas, and solar, wind, and battery storage are meeting it.
According to new data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), electricity demand across the Texas grid managed by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) hit record highs in the first nine months of 2025. ERCOT, which supplies power to about 90% of the state, saw demand jump 5% year-over-year to 372 terawatt hours (TWh) – a 23% increase since 2021. No other major US grid has grown faster over the past year.
Solar and wind keep ERCOT’s grid steady
The biggest growth story in Texas power generation is solar. Utility-scale solar plants produced 45 TWh from January through September, up 50% from 2024 and nearly four times what they generated in 2021 (11 TWh). Wind power also continued to climb, producing 87 TWh through September – a 4% increase from last year and 36% more than in 2021.
Together, wind and solar supplied 36% of ERCOT’s total electricity over those nine months. Solar, in particular, has transformed Texas’s daytime energy mix. From June to September, ERCOT solar farms generated an average of 24 gigawatts (GW) between noon and 1 pm – double the midday output from 2023. That growth has pushed down natural gas use at midday from 50% of the mix in 2023 to 37% this year.
Battery storage is filling in the gaps
Batteries charge during the day when wind and solar generation are the highest, and they produce electricity when generation from wind and solar slows down. ERCOT began reporting battery output separately in October 2024 in its hourly grid data, and it’s clear that batteries are now helping to smooth out evening peaks. This past summer, batteries supplied an average of 4 GW of power around 8 pm, right as solar production dropped off.
Natural gas is flatlining
Natural gas is still Texas’s dominant power source, but it isn’t growing like it used to. Between January and September, gas-fired plants generated 158 TWh of electricity, compared to 161 TWh in 2023. Gas comprised 43% of ERCOT’s generation mix during the first nine months of 2025, down from 47% in the first nine months of 2023 and 2024.
More demand growth ahead
The EIA expects Texas electricity demand to keep rising faster than any other grid in the US. In its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, the EIA projects ERCOT’s demand will climb another 14% in the first nine months of 2026, reaching 425 TWh. That means Texas will need even more solar, wind, and battery storage to keep up with its breakneck growth.
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GM is recalling nearly 23,000 Chevy Equinox EV and Cadillac Optiq models due to a defect where the tire tread could fall off.
GM is recalling more Chevy Equinox EV models
In a letter sent to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), GM said it has decided to issue a safety recall for certain Chevy Equinox EV and Cadillac Optiq models from model years 2025 to 2026.
This time, it isn’t necessarily GM’s fault. The vehicles may be equipped with 21″ all-season tires that Continental Tire is recalling.
According to Continental, the tires were produced during the week of October 6, 2024, and may have a defect where the tire tread could partially or fully detach. The records show the defect is due to a nonconforming tread base rubber compound.
Owners of affected vehicles may notice unusual tread wear or bulging, vibration while driving, or tire noises. GM is unaware of any incidents related to the defect, but is issuing the recall out of an abundance of caution.
On September 18, 2025, GM inspected the assembly plant and confirmed there were no suspect tires in stock. The 21″ tires come standard on RS trims and are optional on LT1 and LT2 grades.
Although GM is recalling 22,914 Chevy Equinox EVs and Cadillac Optiqs, it estimates that only about 1% of them have the defect.
The recall includes:
- 2026 Cadillac Optiq: 214
- 2026 Chevy Equinox EV: 1,832
- 2025 Cadillac Optiq: 3,468
- 2025 Chevy Equinox EV: 17,400
GM dealers will check all four tires and replace them if needed, free of charge. Dealers were notified on October 16. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed out on December 1, 2025.
You can contact Chevrolet’s customer service number at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac’s at 1-800-333-4223. GM’s recall number is N252525030. Owners can also call the NHTSA hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit the nhtsa.gov website for more information.
The Chevy Equinox EV is now the third best-selling EV in the US, trailing only the Tesla Model Y and Model 3. Meanwhile, Cadillac’s entry-level Optiq SUV is the fifth-most-popular luxury EV. The recall is minor and only affects a small percentage of models, so it’s not expected to have a major impact.
If you want to test one of them for yourself, we can help you get started. Check out our links below to find available Chevy Equinox EV and Cadillac Optiq models near you.
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