Archive
10/08/2024
Le Mans Yesterday and Today: Porsche
Porsche's legacy at Le Mans began in 1951 and includes 19 overall wins and 111 class victories. Key models like the 917 K, 956, 919 Hybrid, and the new 963 showcase Porsche's dominance and ongoing pursuit of victory.
10/08/2024
European Hill Climb Championship: Abarth
In the 1960s, Carlo Abarth's innovations led to victories in the European Hill Climb Championship with Porsche and Fiat Abarth cars. Notable wins include the 1963 and 1964 GT class with the 356 Carrera Abarth GTL.
03/08/2024
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Bizzarrini, Italy, 1964-1969
Giotto Bizzarrini was an Italian engineer who saw the car as a single whole, designing everything from the engine to the bodywork. He worked for Alfa Romeo and Ferrari before becoming a manufacturer himself, creating the Bizzarrini 5300 GT.
03/08/2024
Drivers Becoming Constructors: Enzo Ferrari
Enzo Ferrari transitioned from a successful driver to an iconic constructor, founding Scuderia Ferrari and building legendary cars like the 125 S. His journey from racing to creating a world-renowned brand is remarkable.
27/07/2024
European Hill Climb Championship: The Porsche Saga from 1958
From 1958, Porsche's 718 RSK and subsequent models dominated the European Hill Climb Championship, with fierce competition from Ferrari. Notable victories include Barth's 1963 win with the 718/8 W-RS and Mitter's triple championships from 1966 to 1968.
27/07/2024
Newey, Goodwood and the 312 B3: Joke or Message?
Adrian Newey's appearance at Goodwood Festival of Speed in a Ferrari 312 B3 has sparked speculation about his future team, hinting at potential moves amid 2026 regulation changes.
27/07/2024
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Simca, France, 1934-1978
Simca, closely tied to Fiat and Chrysler, thrived from 1934 to 1978. Key models included the Aronde, 1000, and 1100. Despite success, it struggled under Chrysler and was eventually sold to PSA, fading from memory but leaving a legacy at the Poissy plant.
20/07/2024
European Hill Climb Championship: Maserati's 1957 Triumph
In 1957, private driver Willy Daetwyler won the European Hill Climb Championship with a Maserati 200 SI. Despite limited manufacturer involvement, Maserati's innovative design and lightweight build proved victorious.
20/07/2024
Auto Union Type 52: A Quirky Dream of Ferdinand Porsche Comes to Life 90 Years Later
The Auto Union Type 52, a never-realized design by Ferdinand Porsche, was showcased at Goodwood Festival of Speed. Built with period-accurate plans, it features a rear-mounted 16-cylinder engine and was driven by Tom Kristensen and Hans-Joachim Stuck.
20/07/2024