Origins of the First V6 Engine and Its First Car

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Origins of the First V6 Engine and Its First Car
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The first V6 engine was developed by Italian engineer Francesco De Virgilio in the early 1940s and was first used in the Lancia Aurelia in 1950, marking a significant milestone in automotive history with its innovative design and racing success.

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