{"id":31528,"date":"2024-07-02T16:48:54","date_gmt":"2024-07-02T14:48:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/concepto-watch-factory-et-bugatti-partenariat-tourbillon-horloger-suisse-lhorlogersuisse\/"},"modified":"2024-07-12T11:50:14","modified_gmt":"2024-07-12T09:50:14","slug":"concepto-watch-factory-and-bugatti-tourbillon-partnership","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/en\/concepto-watch-factory-and-bugatti-tourbillon-partnership\/","title":{"rendered":"Concepto Watch Factory and Bugatti: &#8216;Tourbillon&#8217; partnership"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p><strong>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conceptowatch.ch\/en\/\">watch engine manufacturer<\/a> from La Chaux-de-Fonds becomes exclusive provider to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bugatti.com\/the-bugatti-models\/tourbillon\/\">prestigious French brand<\/a>: development and production of the extraordinary mechatronic and retro-futuristic dashboard of the new &#8220;<em>Tourbillon<\/em>&#8221; automotive model.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Jo\u00ebl A. Grandjean, Editor-in-Chief JSH Magazine &amp; Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch<br \/>\n<\/em><em>Follow us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/jsh-archives-patrimoine\/\">Linkedin<\/a> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/JSH1876\">Facebook<\/a> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/jshmagazine1876\/\">Insta JSH<\/a> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/swisswatchpassport\/\">Insta SWP<\/a> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jsh-journal-suisse-horlogerie.org\/443209045\/category\/1341413\/abos-pubs\">JSH&#8217;s subscription<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1\" href=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/valerien-jaquet-pour-concepto-manufacture-agrandissement-et-records\/\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">See: Concepto in JSH<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1\" href=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/concepto-manufacture-un-peu-de-gphg-grace-a-bulgari\/\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Read: Concepto &amp; GPHG<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1320\" height=\"990\" src=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/00_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-World-Premiere-Presskit-Images-31-scaled.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/00_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-World-Premiere-Presskit-Images-31-scaled.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/00_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-World-Premiere-Presskit-Images-31-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/00_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-World-Premiere-Presskit-Images-31-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1320px) 100vw, 1320px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>This latest creation from the iconic French brand was presented at a world premiere on June 20th, 2024, to guests from all over the world at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/6qtuftHwHCFRiRFVA\">Ch\u00e2teau Saint-Jean in Molsheim<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Based in Neuch\u00e2tel, Concepto has been recognised in the world of watchmaking for almost 20 years as a discreet \u201cengine\u201d manufacturer for several leading brands. Now the company is expanding to new outlets of expression by sharing its experience with the designers and engineers of the hyper sports car brand.<\/p>\n<p>Based in Neuch\u00e2tel, Concepto has been recognised in the world of watchmaking for almost 20 years as a discreet \u201cengine\u201d manufacturer for several leading brands. Now the company is expanding to new outlets of expression by sharing its experience with the designers and engineers of the hyper sports car brand <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/val\u00e9rien-jaquet-8937733b\/\">Val\u00e9rien Jaquet<\/a>, CEO de <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conceptowatch.ch\">Concepto Watch Factory<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1320\" height=\"743\" src=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/02_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-cluster-mechanism-CWF_2-scaled.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/02_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-cluster-mechanism-CWF_2-scaled.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/02_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-cluster-mechanism-CWF_2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/02_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-cluster-mechanism-CWF_2-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1320px) 100vw, 1320px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p><strong>Incomparable Bugatti<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u201c<em>Bugatti has been a pioneer of extraordinary mechanical and technological prowess since 1909. Each new hyper sports car model is developed with the approach that every single component must be incomparable, because it\u2019s this attention to detail in every part that makes for an extraordinary whole. This leading motif obviously applies to our new Tourbillon model, both in terms of its engine and its aesthetics. The customer experience must always be unique, incomparable, and considered, down to the smallest details.<\/em>\u201d Mate Rimac, CEO of Bugatti-Rimac.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s here that the teams from Concepto Watch Factory could distinguish themselves by materialising a concept that seems contrary to current trends: designing and producing a mechatronic dashboard (combining mechanical and electronic parts) and uniting prestigious Swiss watchmaking mechanisms with the manufacturer\u2019s superlative requirements.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1320\" height=\"743\" src=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/01a_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-World-Premiere-Presskit-Images-39-CGI-scaled.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/01a_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-World-Premiere-Presskit-Images-39-CGI-scaled.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/01a_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-World-Premiere-Presskit-Images-39-CGI-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/01a_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-World-Premiere-Presskit-Images-39-CGI-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1320px) 100vw, 1320px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p><strong>Watchmaking and automobiles, the best of two worlds united again<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The symbiotic relationship between watchmakers and automobile manufacturers has existed from the beginning of the 20th century. It started with collaborations on the development of instrument clusters and electromechanical instruments, followed by countless partnerships mainly relating to communication and marketing.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><em>The shared vision of Mate Rimac and Val\u00e9rien Jaquet sparks an innovative reunification and marks a return to the fundamentals of excellence and pure mechanics<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"963\" height=\"1320\" src=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BUGATTI-cluster-mechanism-closeup-by-CWF_5-scaled.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BUGATTI-cluster-mechanism-closeup-by-CWF_5-scaled.jpg 963w, https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BUGATTI-cluster-mechanism-closeup-by-CWF_5-219x300.jpg 219w, https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BUGATTI-cluster-mechanism-closeup-by-CWF_5-438x600.jpg 438w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 963px) 100vw, 963px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-popup w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><button class=\"w-popup-trigger type_btn w-btn us-btn-style_1\" aria-label=\"Technically\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Technically<\/span><\/button><div class=\"w-popup-overlay\" style=\"background:rgba(0,0,0,0.85);\"><\/div><div class=\"w-popup-wrap layout_default\" role=\"dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" aria-label=\"Popup\" style=\"--title-color:var(--color-content-heading);--title-bg-color:var(--color-content-bg-alt);--content-color:var(--color-content-text);--content-bg-color:var(--color-content-bg);--popup-width:600px;--popup-padding:5%;\"><button aria-label=\"Close\" class=\"w-popup-closer\" type=\"button\"><\/button><div class=\"w-popup-box animation_fadeIn closerpos_outside with_title\"><div class=\"w-popup-box-h\"><div class=\"w-popup-box-title\">Simplified technical data<\/div><div class=\"w-popup-box-content\"><p>&#8211; Mechatronic dashboard with hybrid gauges \u2013 analog and digital \u2013 patented and developed by the Concepto Watch Factory teams in La Chaux-de-Fonds, with the support of local companies, all within a 30km radius.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; 100% of the mechanical components, micromotors and displays (except for the digital display) are produced in Switzerland.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; International automotive certification according to the highest standards and requirements.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; 4 years of development<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>\u201c<em>When Mate Rimac contacted us, we immediately thought that we would be designing a simple timepiece in connection with the next model from Bugatti. However, we quickly realized that he wanted us to deliver an integral component of the hyper sports car model, with a creative approach combining the best of our two worlds, our two teams. A component with real, precise mechanical functions and that would not only have a purely decorative function.<\/em>\u201d Val\u00e9rien Jaquet.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Back to basics: Retrofuturistic and uncompromising specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Digital dashboards with high-definition displays are now found in every car. This equipment is now commonplace, with fully customisable displays that can connect to the driver\u2019s mobile devices.<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>An incomparable approach was proposed instead, with reference to the history of Bugatti and its close relation to exceptional mechanics. The assembly has three meters, nested in a \u201c<em>monobloc<\/em>\u201d aluminum casing which sits in the center of the steering wheel, giving the impression of being suspended above the steering column.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1320\" height=\"743\" src=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-cluster-mechanism-scaled.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-cluster-mechanism-scaled.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-cluster-mechanism-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/03_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-concepto-BUGATTI-cluster-mechanism-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1320px) 100vw, 1320px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Each meter has a spectacular look, made up of hand-decorated gears, visible below open-worked components, backlit numbers in 3D and dials made from various metals, comparable to the aesthetics of luxury Grandes Complications timepieces. The driver can easily read all the important information from the hands, made with the same finishing as in high-end watchmaking and clearly visible thanks to ingenious lighting systems.<\/p>\n<p><strong>One vision, four years of development, eight engineers and project managers<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bugatti\u2019s and Concepto\u2019s engineering teams worked together to overcome all the constraints and demands of the sports car world, while still offering unlimited possibilities for personalisation. The materials, finishes and decorations are presented and sealed under three sapphire-glasses.<\/p>\n<p>The center dial shows the speedometer with large numbers. The RPM counter is suspended in the middle and partially covers the rack for the coaxial hands, connected to micromotors and then to the electronic components, hidden under the main plate.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><em>A discreet digital display confirms the analog information from the hands in real-time<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The left dial is made up of three smaller subdials and shows the different gauges for the hybrid engine (battery charge and fuel status) as well as the temperature. Lastly, the right dial displays the electrical and thermal power.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-popup w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><button class=\"w-popup-trigger type_btn w-btn us-btn-style_1\" aria-label=\"\u201cThe silent partner\u201d Concepto\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">\u201cThe silent partner\u201d Concepto<\/span><\/button><div class=\"w-popup-overlay\" style=\"background:rgba(0,0,0,0.85);\"><\/div><div class=\"w-popup-wrap layout_default\" role=\"dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" aria-label=\"Popup\" style=\"--title-color:var(--color-content-heading);--title-bg-color:var(--color-content-bg-alt);--content-color:var(--color-content-text);--content-bg-color:var(--color-content-bg);--popup-width:600px;--popup-padding:5%;\"><button aria-label=\"Close\" class=\"w-popup-closer\" type=\"button\"><\/button><div class=\"w-popup-box animation_fadeIn closerpos_outside with_title\"><div class=\"w-popup-box-h\"><div class=\"w-popup-box-title\">Concepto Watch Factory, The \u201csilent partner\u201d<\/div><div class=\"w-popup-box-content\"><p>Located in the heart of the Swiss Jura in La Chaux-de-Fonds, with over 20 years in its own 7,500 m2 industrial building, Concepto is one of the rare independent manufacturers of watch movements, with verticalised manufacturing and specialised knowledge of Grandes Complications.<\/p>\n<p>With a team of 160 highly qualified employees, the company\u2019s workshops deliver on average 30,000 mechanical movements and timepieces each year, made for clients mainly composed of prestigious watch brands.<\/p>\n<p>Concepto is now starting a new chapter in its history as a \u201csilent partner\u201d, by creating a service dedicated exclusively to the automotive sector.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe had to consider all the necessary parameters to handle and meet the demands of the automotive sector. This required some adaptations to our procedures, which are now in the validation phase for an ISO 9001 certificate. As for our organizational changes, our expansion and renovation work that started in 2020 will soon be complete. This will allow us to allocate a nearly 500m2 area to workshops dedicated to our collaboration with Bugatti.\u201d Val\u00e9rien Jaquet<\/p>\n<p>.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><em>Concepto is now starting a new chapter in its history as a \u201csilent partner\u201d, by creating a service dedicated exclusively to the automotive sector<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>\u201c<em>We had to consider all the necessary parameters to handle and meet the demands of the automotive sector. This required some adaptations to our procedures, which are now in the validation phase for an ISO 9001 certificate. As for our organizational changes, our expansion and renovation work that started in 2020 will soon be complete. This will allow us to allocate a nearly 500m2 area to workshops dedicated to our collaboration with Bugatti.<\/em>\u201d Val\u00e9rien Jaquet<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.conceptowatch.ch\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Concepto (Official)<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-popup w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><button class=\"w-popup-trigger type_btn w-btn us-btn-style_1\" aria-label=\"About Bugatti\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">About Bugatti<\/span><\/button><div class=\"w-popup-overlay\" style=\"background:rgba(0,0,0,0.85);\"><\/div><div class=\"w-popup-wrap layout_default\" role=\"dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" aria-label=\"Popup\" style=\"--title-color:var(--color-content-heading);--title-bg-color:var(--color-content-bg-alt);--content-color:var(--color-content-text);--content-bg-color:var(--color-content-bg);--popup-width:600px;--popup-padding:5%;\"><button aria-label=\"Close\" class=\"w-popup-closer\" type=\"button\"><\/button><div class=\"w-popup-box animation_fadeIn closerpos_outside with_title\"><div class=\"w-popup-box-h\"><div class=\"w-popup-box-title\">About Bugatti<\/div><div class=\"w-popup-box-content\"><p>Bugatti has been at the pinnacle of the automotive industry for 115 years, creating the world\u2019s most groundbreaking automobiles from its home in Molsheim, France. Every vehicle created since the company was founded by Ettore Bugatti in 1909 is praised for its comfort, drivability, design and technology desired by automotive collectors from around the world. A Bugatti is more than a car, it is a timeless piece of automotive art.<\/p>\n<p>With a reputation built in motorsport, and a history of the most innovative, beautiful and luxurious cars ever created, Bugatti continues to follow the vision of its founder: <em>\u2018If comparable, it is no longer Bugatti.<\/em>\u2019<\/p>\n<p>Today, Bugatti is part of the Bugatti Rimac Group, led by CEO Mate Rimac, who is renowned for excellence in high-performance automotive electrification. With the same visionary genius as Ettore Bugatti, Rimac and the Bugatti team are developing the next generation of incomparable hyper sports cars, true to the founder\u2019s vision, while simultaneously expanding Bugatti\u2019s excellence beyond the automotive industry with luxury lifestyle collaborations and products.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bugatti.com\/the-bugatti-models\/tourbillon\/\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Bugatti Tourbillon (Official)<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1320\" height=\"832\" src=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/05_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-BUGATTI-World-Premiere-Presskit-Images-28_R-scaled.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/05_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-BUGATTI-World-Premiere-Presskit-Images-28_R-scaled.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/05_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-BUGATTI-World-Premiere-Presskit-Images-28_R-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/swiss-watch-passport.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/05_JSH-Swiss-Watch-Passport-BUGATTI-World-Premiere-Presskit-Images-28_R-600x378.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1320px) 100vw, 1320px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The watch engine manufacturer from La Chaux-de-Fonds becomes exclusive provider to the prestigious French brand: development and production of the extraordinary mechatronic and retro-futuristic dashboard of the new &#8220;Tourbillon&#8221; automotive model. Jo\u00ebl A. 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