Denmark, 9 July 2025 — As the development of Zenvo Automotive’s highly anticipated Aurora hypercar accelerates, the Danish marque has announced a landmark technical partnership with automotive lubricant giant, Castrol. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Zenvo’s pursuit of redefining hypercar performance and underlines the critical role strategic technical alliances will play in delivering the Aurora’s engineering ambitions.
With the Aurora programme entering its dynamic prototype phase, anticipation is mounting ahead of the hybrid V12 hypercar’s first public outing at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed later this week. Central to this next chapter is Castrol – a brand that brings over 125 years of innovation and technical leadership in engine oils and lubricants to the table. The partnership will be instrumental in shaping the vehicle’s driving experience, underpinning the new model’s blend of mechanical excellence and cutting-edge electrification.
Engineered for exhilaration, the Aurora is powered by a quad-turbocharged V12 engine that delivers a colossal 1,250bhp, complemented by an additional 600bhp from advanced lightweight electric motors. The result is a total output of up to 1,850bhp – a figure that places the Aurora among the most potent hybrid hypercars ever conceived. Integrating this performance within a cohesive and controllable drivetrain requires not only exceptional hardware but also fluid technologies capable of handling extreme thermal, mechanical, and electrical demands.
“Castrol has established itself as a world-leading name in the automotive industry over the decades, and the team works at the highest levels, consistently delivering results on road and track,” commented Jon Gunner, Chief Technical Officer at Zenvo Automotive. “With their pioneering approach and creative collaboration, Castrol is the natural fit as technical partner to Zenvo, and the new Aurora programme. We are looking to reset the benchmark with the technical and performance values, delivering engagement for the driver at every stage of performance. The seamless transition of power delivery is something Castrol has helped perfect, and this partnership will be an intrinsic part of Aurora.”
Castrol’s involvement is not simply a matter of product supply—it is a true co-engineering initiative. Leveraging its deep understanding of hybrid propulsion systems and high-performance lubrication, Castrol will work closely with Zenvo’s engineering team to develop and validate fluid solutions specifically tuned to the unique needs of the Aurora’s hybrid architecture. This includes engine oils that maximise thermal efficiency and reduce internal friction, as well as e-fluid systems designed to ensure seamless energy transfer and component protection under extreme loads.
Chris Lockett, Senior Vice President, Electrification and Castrol Technology, underscored the mutual vision that underpins this partnership: “This partnership reflects a shared focus on redefining what’s possible – blending performance, precision and innovation to drive the future of mobility. It also forms part of Castrol’s ongoing commitment to advancing high-performance hybrid technology, with our products being engineered to meet the rigorous demands of a highly innovative vehicle such as Aurora.”
For Zenvo, the Aurora represents more than just a halo project—it is a brand-defining hypercar that fuses Nordic design purity with uncompromising engineering integrity. With the dynamic prototype now preparing for its public debut, the technical alliance with Castrol ensures every aspect of the car’s performance ecosystem is finely tuned to deliver extraordinary responsiveness, durability, and driver engagement.
As the Aurora development story continues to unfold, the addition of Castrol to Zenvo’s roster of elite partners solidifies the brand’s intent to push boundaries. With cutting-edge propulsion technologies and world-class technical support, Zenvo is poised to set a new standard for hybrid hypercars—where raw power, sustainable innovation and driver emotion coexist in perfect harmony.
