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The exquisite handcrafted Covini C3A is the only supercar with a six-wheel configuration. Powered by an Audi 4.2 litre V8 engine that produces nearly 500bhp with a lightweight 1150kg carbon fibre body, the C3A is capable of exceeding speeds of 300kph (190mph). The hypercar can also be upgraded to a V12 engine.

The inspiration came after Covini noticed how little grip and comfort his four-wheeled cars had, particulary in unfavourable road conditions. Covini Engineering set to develop a car that would offer greater power, braking and handing performance than any other car.

Advantages of the 6 wheels

-Increased braking power from the 6 discs and less overheating

-Greater tyre surface to offer more grip and traction

-Higher cornering speeds

-Less aquaplaning in wet conditions as the two foremost wheels clear the water and allow adhesion for the second set

-Beter directional stability and grip, due to the lower weight of the unsprung masses

-Six-tiered suspension system provides comfort, absorbing road turbulence

-Better front end aerodynamics

-In the event of front tyre deflation, the car will be controlled by the other wheel

-Produces less understeer than conventional designs

-Overall, more active and passive safety features

Not only will the client be spoilt by the six-wheeled driving sensation, but also the level of personalisation. Each car is exclusive, tailor made to meet individual requirements. This includes a highly developed range of sophisticated electronics and technical packages. Such features wil include telemetry, car domotics and race control, all of which can be made accessible and controlled from a mobile phone.