Lamborghini’s Huracan supercar has been around for almost 10 years, making it one of the most prolific models in the brand’s 60-year history. Given that timeframe, you might assume the Huracan is an aging participant in the hotly-contested supercar segment, ready for a none-too-soon retirement. But you would only make that (incorrect) assumption if you haven’t driven a Huracan recently. We have, and can confirm Lamborghini’s longest-running nameplate remains a vibrant player in a demanding market.

Lamborghini’s secret to ongoing Huracan success comes from combining the car’s exceptional foundation (an advanced mid-engine chassis wrapped around a powerful V10 engine) with ongoing improvements to its drivetrain and suspension tuning. The newest version, called the Huracán Tecnica, joins the model line in the middle-child role, sitting above the EVO and below the STO in terms of performance. It features rear-wheel drive and rear-wheel steering, like the STO, along with a 7-speed dual clutch transmission.

The Tecnica offers the same naturally-aspirated 5.2-liter V10 engine available in the STO, making 631-horsepower, or 21 more than the EVO. It’s also got an STO-like…