Archive
02/11/2024
Le Mans Yesterday and Today: Matra
Matra's Le Mans journey began in the late '60s, driven by a desire to showcase French technological prowess. With a dominant V12 engine, Matra secured three consecutive victories from 1972 to 1974, led by Henri Pescarolo and GĂ©rard Larrousse.
19/10/2024
Mercedes-Benz: A Pioneer of Innovation and Technology
Mercedes-Benz has led automotive innovation for over 130 years, pioneering technologies like diesel engines, direct fuel injection, safety systems, and motorsports advancements, continuously shaping the future of mobility.
19/10/2024
Mercedes-Benz: A Timeless Racing Legacy
Mercedes-Benz has a storied history in motorsport, from early victories in 1901 to dominating modern Formula 1 with 15 World Titles. Their legacy includes the iconic Silver Arrows, multiple championships, and innovative race cars.
12/10/2024
The History of Colors in Racing: Bold Sponsorships in the 70s
In the 70s, race cars became mobile billboards, leading to surprising and sometimes risqué sponsorships like funeral services, Penthouse, and Durex. Nascar later followed with brands like Viagra and Butt Paste in the 2000s.
12/10/2024
Noble Sisters: Innocenti Mini De Tomaso
The Innocenti Mini De Tomaso Turbo, born in 1983, is a small and rare sporty icon powered by a turbocharged Daihatsu engine. Its sharp design and limited production make it a sought-after collector's item.
12/10/2024
Ferrari’s Technological Innovations Part 5: 1961 - Discovering Air as an Ally
Ferrari revolutionized racing in the early 1960s, shifting from pure aerodynamic penetration to harnessing downforce. Key innovations included the shark-nose design, rear spoilers, and inverted wings, transforming race car handling and stability.
05/10/2024
Ferrari’s Technological Innovations Part 4: 1960 - From Overhung Clutch to Small 1000cc Four-Cylinder
Ferrari embraced innovation in the 1960s, from V12 engines with a 65° angle to rear-engine Formula 1 cars. The small 1000cc engine project, though technically brilliant, struggled commercially due to its high cost and lack of Ferrari branding.
05/10/2024
The History of Colors in Racing: The Arrival of Sponsors in 1968
In 1968, Formula 1 teams began changing their colors as sponsors like Gold Leaf and Yardley entered the sport after the FIA lifted restrictions on national colors. Ferrari, however, maintained its iconic red despite pressure.
05/10/2024
Le Mans Yesterday and Today: Peugeot
Peugeot, a three-time winner at the 24 Hours of Le Mans (1992, 1993, 2009), made its debut in 1926. After setbacks and breaks, Peugeot reasserted itself as a contender, with its 1990s 905 and the 2009 diesel-powered 908 securing historic victories.
28/09/2024