“Diogo Jota might have survived if he had been driving a Toyota Prius instead of a Lamborghini with weak, cheap parts.” 🚗💥

Concerning new details are emerging about the type of Lamborghini reportedly involved in Diogo Jota’s crash. Experts are now questioning whether the luxury sports car, known for its power but also for its vulnerabilities, played a major role in the tragic outcome.

The concerning details about the type of Lamborghini reportedly involved in Diogo Jota’s crash have now emerged. The Liverpool forward, 28, and his brother, Andre Silva, 26, tragically passed away in the early hours of Thursday morning – just 10 miles over the Portuguese border into Spain – as investigators continue to theorise that the tyre of their car blew out, causing it to crash and shortly catch fire.

The siblings were on their way back to England, having opted to travel by ferry after doctors advised Jota not to fly due to minor lung surgery following his wedding to his childhood sweetheart in Porto just two weeks ago. That decision ultimately led the Anfield favourite to drive along a road widely regarded as one of the most dangerous in Spain.

However, more startling details have now emerged about the circumstances of a tragedy that has left the football world and wider community united in grief. The model of Lamborghini driven by the 50-cap Portuguese international is no longer in production and had previously been recalled due to safety concerns, it has since been discovered.

Worrying Details of Diogo Jota’s Car Model Emerge

The Lamborghini Huracan has a history of recalls and safety issues

According to reports, sources at Lamborghini said the company believes the car was a Huracan – a luxury model often seen in the garages of football’s elite, with the likes of Kyle Walker having also been spotted behind its wheel in the past. The model is no longer in production but was one of Lamborghini’s most successful cars, with more than 25,000 units sold globally.

While the specific type of Huracan involved has not been confirmed, there have been several safety concerns linked to the model in general, according to Carscoops.com. These issues include headlight adjustments that could cause glare and reduce visibility, as well as a malfunction in the seat belt warning system.

In September 2024, a recall affected 39 Huracan EVO Spyder units in the U.S. Lamborghini acknowledged that a crash protection bracket – crucial to the vehicle’s front structural integrity – may have been installed on the wrong side due to human error at the Sant’Agata Bolognese factory. The flaw, reportedly spotted by a factory worker, led Lamborghini to halt production temporarily and conduct inspections on affected vehicles.

In November 2023, Lamborghini recalled 7,805 Huracan models built between July 30, 2014 and October 30, 2023. The issue was a function in the infotainment system which allowed drivers to adjust headlights horizontally – including into “tourist mode” for left-hand driving – a feature not allowed under U.S. federal safety rules. This could create glare for oncoming traffic and reduce driver visibility.

Certain 2021 and 2023 Huracan Coupe and Spyder models were recalled due to an issue where the door unlatching cable’s safety clip might not have been properly secured during assembly. This raised concerns that doors could fail to open properly during an emergency.

Lamborghini Release Statement

The Italian supercar manufacturer is awaiting further information

In a statement, a spokesperson for Lamborghini told The Sun: “We are saddened to learn of the accident that occurred in Spain involving a Lamborghini, in which Diogo and Andre Jota tragically lost their lives.

“In this moment of deep sorrow, we extend our heartfelt condolences to their family. Automobili Lamborghini awaits further information regarding the circumstances of the incident, in full respect for the people involved.”

Heartfelt tributes have poured in from across the footballing world and beyond following the tragic passing of the Jota brothers. Icons such as Steven Gerrard, Lionel Messi, and Cristiano Ronaldo have paid their respects to their fellow professionals, while teammates like Andrew Robertson have honoured the 28-year-old in deeply personal ways.

Liverpool kept their initial statement short and respectful to preserve the privacy of those grieving but later published a moving tribute article to “Our Number 20.” The club also pledged that, in time, they would “immortalise” him. However, it remains to be seen whether supporters’ emotional pleas for his shirt number to be retired will be granted after the number 20 joined in 2020 and his last act helped the Reds win league title number 20.

In the meantime, fans young and old continue to gather outside Anfield, leaving behind flowers, balloons, and poignant messages in a growing memorial of love and remembrance opposite the Hillsborough shrine.