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European Hill Climb Championship: Maserati's 1957 Triumph image

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.
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Tatra, Czech Republic, 1897 image

14/07/2024

The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Tatra, Czech Republic, 1897

Few car manufacturers have a history as rich and varied as Tatra, one full of real innovation, sophisticated technology, strongly characterized design.
Drivers Becoming Constructors: Dan Gurney image

13/07/2024

Drivers Becoming Constructors: Dan Gurney

American Dan Gurney was a famous driver and passionate technician who founded the AAR – All American Racers in 1965 with Carroll Shelby. Gurney's goal was to be an American driver behind the wheel of an American single-seater car.
Hamilton’s Silverstone Victory: A Nod to Legends image

13/07/2024

Hamilton’s Silverstone Victory: A Nod to Legends

Lewis Hamilton’s triumph at Silverstone highlights the enduring passion for cars, fueled by legendary drivers like Fangio, Senna, and Schumacher. Hamilton continues this legacy, showcasing both technical prowess and human emotion.
The History of the European Hill Climb Championship image

13/07/2024

The History of the European Hill Climb Championship

The European Hill Climb Championship, initiated in 1930, is a historic racing series on closed public roads, demanding high preparation and caution due to the dangerous courses. Revived in 1957, it features top manufacturers and drivers.
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: DKW (Cars), Germany, 1928-1966 image

29/06/2024

The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: DKW (Cars), Germany, 1928-1966

Discover the journey of DKW, a forgotten German car brand from 1928 to 1966, known for its two-stroke engines and integration into Auto Union, leading to the modern Audi.
The Myth of Italian Coachbuilders: Vignale image

29/06/2024

The Myth of Italian Coachbuilders: Vignale

Alfredo Vignale, a skilled artisan from Turin, founded Carrozzeria Vignale in 1946. Renowned for crafting exquisite car bodies, Vignale collaborated with Ferrari, creating iconic models like the 166 and 340 Mexico.
Drivers Becoming Constructors: Alejandro de Tomaso image

29/06/2024

Drivers Becoming Constructors: Alejandro de Tomaso

Alejandro de Tomaso, an Argentine racer, founded Automobili De Tomaso in Italy in 1954. Known for cars like the Vallelunga and Pantera, he revitalized brands like Maserati, leaving a legacy of innovation and boldness in the automotive world.
The Myth of Italian Coachbuilders: Pininfarina image

22/06/2024

The Myth of Italian Coachbuilders: Pininfarina

Pininfarina, founded in 1930 by Battista Farina in Turin, Italy, is a renowned coachbuilder famous for its elegant designs, long history with Ferrari, and significant impact on Italian automotive design. Despite hardships, its legacy continues today.
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Triumph (cars), UK, 1923-1984 image

22/06/2024

The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Triumph (cars), UK, 1923-1984

Triumph, founded by Siegfried Bettmann, transitioned from successful motorcycles to cars in 1923. Despite early successes like the Super Seven and TR2, the brand struggled through the 1970s and ceased car production in 1984.