Archive
29/03/2021
Speed or travel time?
The article explores the history of mankind's desire for speed and the pursuit of setting records that shorten distances. It discusses how the invention of powerful internal combustion engines and the industrial revolution changed the way people travel.
20/03/2021
A scary sight in your rear-view mirror…
This article discusses the history of supercars being used by law enforcement agencies around the world. It mentions some of the most famous patrol cars, such as those in Dubai that include million-dollar hypercars.
13/03/2021
Japan's microcars
This article discusses the history of Kei Cars, inexpensive micro cars with small engines that were introduced in Japan after World War II to stimulate the country's economy.
23/01/2021
Parade-style finishes
The article reflects on the tradition of parade-style finishes in endurance racing, particularly in the 24 Hours of Daytona, Le Mans, and Spa.
09/01/2021
eSports and Formula1
The CEO of Liberty Media, the American company that organizes the Formula 1 World Championship, sees esports as a powerful driver of the sport's success among young people.
28/12/2020
When beauty meets function
The article discusses the transition from functional to aesthetic designs in the automobile industry between the 1920s and 1930s.
07/12/2020
Über Alles. The advent of friendly air
This article discusses the 1939 T80, a car created by the Third Reich to beat the world land speed record by reaching 750 km/h.
30/11/2020
The Phantom Corsair. A fleeting dream
The article highlights the story of Rust Heinz, heir of a renowned food company, who was funded by his family to design and build a remarkable car, the Phantom Corsair, in 1938.
28/11/2020
GT40, daughter of spite
This article discusses the history of the Ford GT40, a legendary race car that was developed by Ford in the 1960s.
27/11/2020