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It sounds like a plot twist from an alternate reality: the once-small Croatian maker of electric hypercars is reportedly planning to buy out Porsche’s stake in the Bugatti Rimac joint venture.
If the deal goes through, Mate Rimac could become the outright master of Bugatti—literally. Currently, Rimac Group holds a 55% share, while Porsche controls the remaining 45%. But according to recent reports from the automotive world, Rimac has already submitted a preliminary offer to acquire Porsche’s share. While exact figures remain undisclosed, the joint venture was previously valued at over one billion euros.
The twist? Back in 2021, when Bugatti Rimac was founded, it was Porsche that tried to buy out Rimac. Now, the tables have turned—and it appears the Croatians are holding all the cards.
Rimac is already deeply involved in the development of the Bugatti Tourbillon, the hybrid successor to the Chiron. But if full control shifts to Rimac, there’s a real possibility that Bugatti could be transformed into a fully electric brand.
Imagine Nevera-level tech—batteries, drivetrains, performance—wrapped in the iconic silhouette from Molsheim.
That could mean the end of the legendary W16 engine and everything Bugatti has historically represented... or the dawn of a new era, depending on your perspective.
And what about Porsche? The German giant currently faces its own battles—slumping EV demand, market turmoil in China, and persistent supply chain issues. Perhaps the timing is right for a strategic retreat. Or maybe it's just a golden opportunity that Rimac refuses to let slip away.
From a garage startup to a serious threat to Porsche, Mate Rimac’s story is no longer a fairytale—it’s industrial reality. If the acquisition materializes, Bugatti could become the world’s fastest electric brand. Or at least the most exotic. Either way, the world of hypercars will never be the same.
