[Atlantic Cars Co., Ltd.] Sharing the philosophy and culture of “street-legal racing cars”: Report from the first “Dallara Stradale Day” in MIURA
Atlantic Cars Co., Ltd. Press Release: October 23, 2025 Sharing the philosophy and culture of “street-legal racing cars”: Report from the first “Dallara Stradale Day” in MIURA Official Announcement of the Launch of the “Dallara Stradale Owners Club Japan”
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/56063/24/56063-24-56398c2a8f69ae695de476b9d03e2b21-3900×2600.jpg Atlantic Cars Co., Ltd./Yasuda Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (President and CEO: Takayuki Nozawa) held the first “Dallara Stradale Day,” a special event for Dallara Stradale and Dallara EXP owners, on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the “RIKKA Guest House,” a complex renovated from a former welfare hall in Miura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, and a special venue. At the event, a video message from Giampaolo Dallara, founder of Italy’s Dallara Automobili, was broadcast, and Massimiliano Gatti, head of the automotive business division, visited Japan and interacted with owners. Furthermore, the launch of the Owners’ Club was officially announced on this day.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/56063/24/56063-24-272067ce6b0ab9c99c61ba3d97c4ad35-2048×1365.jpg Representative Director and President Takayuki Nozawa • Sharing the Dallara Philosophy: The Frontiers of Safety and Ultra-Lightweight Design At the beginning of the event, President and CEO Nozawa introduced Dallara’s many proud racing achievements and the unwavering development philosophy of founder Giampaolo Dallara. Nozawa said, “Dallara’s goal is to create a ‘car that never dies,’ born from learning from the many sacrifices made throughout racing history. The Dallara Stradale combines, at a high level, seemingly contradictory elements: safety cultivated in F1 and IndyCar, and ultra-lightweight, which is in line with the philosophy of Lotus Cars, which Atlantic Cars handled.” Furthermore, he emphasized the importance of cultural exchange between Japan and Italy, saying, “Dallara is not just a high-performance car manufacturer; we are a creator of culture itself. Dallara’s worldview extends beyond cars to include food, wine, travel, and other things that people share through conversation.” Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/56063/24/56063-24-51ec16d6a577924e32e458a483f6474c-2048×1365.jpg Video message from Giampaolo Dallara • Message from the Founder: Gratitude to Japan and Connection with Miura At the event, a video message from Giampaolo Dallara, founder of Dallara Automobili S.p.A., was aired. Mr. Dallara said, “The fact that our Japanese owners understand and accept our vision is a great ray of hope for me and for Dallara,” and expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the early trust shown by Japanese owners. He also mentioned the Lamborghini Miura, which he helped develop, saying, “For me, the Miura is truly a part of history,” and continued, “I feel a strong connection between the Miura and the Dallara Stradale.” They also celebrated the fact that the event was held in Miura, the same place that shares its name with the legendary “Miura,” the high-performance mid-engine car.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/56063/24/56063-24-0550ffd8dcdfbdd53b0c3738e9694867-2048×1365.jpg Event venue: “RIKKA Guest House” (formerly Miura City Welfare Hall) • Miura City-Based “Car Culture Creation” Initiative President and CEO Nozawa announced plans for a large-scale community revitalization project currently underway around the event venue, RIKKA Guest House (formerly Miura City Welfare Hall). Utilizing the approximately 33,000 square meters of land behind the venue, plans call for the development of a hotel, an open-air cafe where people can enjoy the view of their cars, and a group of facilities that can host various events. The plan unveiled a vision for the area’s development as a new hub where car enthusiasts can gather and foster culture. In addition, it was announced that a Dallara showroom is currently under construction within the private marina of Yasuda Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. in Keihinjima, Tokyo.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/56063/24/56063-24-86a27c0048cd9005892191e8b6614143-2048×1367.jpg • Dallara Stradale Owners Club Japan (DOCJ) Launched It was announced that the Dallara Stradale Owners Club Japan (DOCJ) was officially launched on October 18, 2025, the day of this event. DOCJ aims to promote interaction among owners, organize tours and dinner parties, and support participation in various events hosted by the Italian headquarters. In addition, founder Giampaolo Dallara, CEO Andrea Pontremoli, and Massimiliano Gatti, who visited Japan, have been appointed honorary advisors, establishing a closer collaboration with Dallara headquarters.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/56063/24/56063-24-1f6da1c42c9c1dc90a56c1f2e6620256-2048×1365.jpg The venue was filled with the beautiful melody of the violin. Image
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/56063/24/56063-24-242ee9ed16bc276fee58d76de5b36367-3900×2604.jpg • Event Scenes On the day, Dallara Stradale and EXP owners from all over Japan interacted with Massimiliano, who had come to Japan, and some were seen consulting him about tuning their cars. At the venue, overlooking the sea from a hilltop, the group enjoyed a peaceful lunch and discussed Dallara’s philosophy and passion for driving. After the owners’ meeting, the group headed to the venue for the “Miura Rendezvous” event, held by Yasuda Shipbuilding in Miura that same day. A diverse range of content, including boats, helicopters, and supercars, was brought together, and at dusk, beautiful fireworks lit up the night sky, bringing the day to a finale. Amid the spectacular scenery of Miura, where the sea and sky blend together, participants shared a memorable moment and experienced the breath of a new automotive culture spearheaded by Dallara.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/56063/24/56063-24-34b507b12a34eddfd63cf805f6512485-2048×1365.jpg View of the sea and town of Miura from “RIKKA Guest House” Event name 1st “Dallara Stradale Day” Date and time Saturday, October 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – Venue RIKKA Guest House and Miura Rendezvous Special Venue Organizer Atlantic Cars Co., Ltd. / Yasuda Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. Contact for inquiries regarding this matter Atlantic Cars Co., Ltd. DOCJ Office All photos: George Ito ■ About Dallara Automobili Italy-based Dallara Automobili is a global racing car constructor founded in 1972 by founder Giampaolo Dallara. The company has long been a leader in the motorsports world, adhering to the three development principles of “safety, aerodynamics, and lightweight design.” Its business is divided into the following three divisions: Competition (Racing): We develop and manufacture racing cars competing in major categories around the world, including F2, IndyCar, Super Formula, and FIA F3. In particular, we are responsible for supplying all chassis to IndyCar teams. Automotive: We provide engineering consulting, particularly CFRP (carbon fiber reinforced plastic) technology and simulation technology, for the development of high-performance models for global automakers such as Ferrari, Porsche, and Lamborghini. Aerospace: The company is also involved in the development of cutting-edge aerospace technologies, and the knowledge gained through aerodynamic analysis and research into composite materials is also utilized in the development of the company’s road cars. The culmination of this accumulated experience is the Dallara Stradale, which embodies the concept of a “racing car for public roads.” ■ About the Dallara Stradale The Dallara Stradale is the brand’s first production model, unveiled in 2017 as a “road-going racing car,” bringing together the technology and philosophy that Mr. Dallara has cultivated over half a century in the racing world. At the core of its design philosophy are the three principles that have remained unchanged since the company’s founding: safety, aerodynamics, and lightweight construction. The dry carbon monocoque body combines exceptional rigidity and lightness, weighing just 855 kg. It generates downforce that matches its weight. The power unit is a 2.3-liter inline-four-cylinder supercharged engine with a maximum output of 400 horsepower. It boasts impressive performance, with 0-100 km/h acceleration of under three seconds. In addition, as the name Stradale (“road-going model”) suggests, the car features a modular design that allows the roof and windshield to be freely attached and detached to suit the driver’s preference, whether it’s a coupe, targa, or barchetta. This allows the car to adapt to the optimal shape for each application, from the circuit to everyday driving. The Dallara Stradale embodies the dream of founder Giampaolo Dallara, who had long cherished the idea of creating the ultimate road car that he himself would want to drive. It also symbolizes the company’s philosophy of “bringing racing-inspired technology to all drivers.”
