Archive
23/11/2020
Absolute opposites
The article highlights the genius of Paul Arzens, a Parisian artist who built innovative prototypes in the 1930s and 1940s. One of his most striking designs was the Buick La Baleine, a spectacular roadster over seven meters long with a whale-like nose.
21/11/2020
A Stars and Stripes Cobra
The Shelby Cobra, also known as the Ford Cobra, was an American sports car created by Carroll Shelby in the 1960s to challenge and defeat the dominant European Gran Turismo and sports cars such as Jaguar, Aston Martin, and Ferrari.
19/11/2020
Great architects and cars. When?
This article discusses the trend of famous architects attempting to design cars and why they have not been successful in doing so.
16/11/2020
Three steps into the future
This article explores the history of aerodynamics in automotive design and the challenges faced by innovators in introducing new and unusual shapes.
15/11/2020
The Forgotten Ferrari 1971-1972 365 GTC/4 “Gobbone”
This article discusses how a car's nickname can influence its popularity and reputation, using the example of the Ferrari 365 GTC/4, also known as "Gobbone" (Hunchback).
14/11/2020
Le Mans obsession
This article tells the story of how Aston Martin achieved its long-desired victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1959, with the development of their new car, the DBR1.
12/11/2020
The Secret Archive of Pininfarina
The article highlights the fascinating history of Pininfarina, the renowned Turin coachbuilders, by showcasing some of the one-off cars that were made for important clients worldwide.
09/11/2020
Road plane
The article discusses Paul Lewis, an inventor with a strong belief in three-wheeled vehicles, and his attempts to create a successful model. Despite his passion and up to 28 patents to his name, Lewis faced multiple setbacks.
07/11/2020
The space of a morning
The Lancia D24 was a magnificent open top sports car designed by Pininfarina in the 1950s to compete with other top brands such as Ferrari, Maserati, Jaguar, and Aston Martin.
05/11/2020