A123: the return of Antera's iconic design, now more advanced than ever
At the latest industry trade fair, Marco Finazzi – a key figure for the Antera brand – presented the A123, a new alloy wheel model that marks a turning point in the company's history. More than just a product, the A123 is a challenge overcome, a tribute to the past, and a projection into the future of automotive design and technology.
A ‘90s icon, reimagined for today
The A123 is the result of a long research and development journey aimed at reviving one of the designs that made Antera famous in the 1990s. The result is a wheel with a distinctive style that merges historical heritage with innovation. The technical challenges were many: from managing mass and weight to passing rigorous impact tests, every detail was crafted to meet the highest standards in aesthetics, production, and above all, safety.
HPE Lab: where passion meets engineering
One of the secrets behind this success is the HPE Lab – High Performance Engineering Laboratory – the new in-house department dedicated to high-performance engineering. Here, a highly specialized team works with the goal of constantly pushing design boundaries. A123 is the first tangible result of this advanced approach, blending cutting-edge technology with human talent.
Design, performance, and safety: the perfect balance
As Finazzi emphasizes, designing a wheel today means balancing three essential pillars: design, performance, and safety. A123 has been developed to provide an optimal weight-to-load ratio, improving not only driving experience and comfort but also tire wear. All while strictly complying with European and international type approval regulations.
Inspiration without boundaries
The A123 design doesn’t stem from a single industry but draws inspiration from a wide range of worlds far beyond automotive: aviation, motorcycles, nature, architecture. The result is a product with a soul – capable of stirring emotion and standing out in the market. Because for Antera, an alloy wheel can also be an emotional object.
Proudly Made in Italy
A123 is entirely designed, developed, and manufactured in Italy. “Proudly Made in Italy” is not just a slogan for Antera – it’s a core value. From the first sketch on a blank sheet to the final production, everything is done in-house to ensure total control, superior quality, and a distinctive identity.
