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15/02/2025
Ferrari’s Technological Innovations Part 18: How Schumacher turned the Steering Wheel into a Computer
Ferrari revolutionized steering wheels with Schumacher’s push for innovation in 1996. The "Manettino", introduced in Formula 1, evolved into road cars by 2004, enhancing control and performance. Today, it remains a defining feature of Ferrari vehicles.
15/02/2025
Broken Dreams: Pininfarina 512 S Modulo. The Eighth Wonder of the World
The Pininfarina 512 S Modulo, designed by Paolo Martin in 1970, remains an icon of avant-garde automotive design. With its futuristic lines, semi-faired wheels, and a Ferrari V12 engine, it stunned the world and is now digitally preserved.
08/02/2025
The 250 LM Ferrari Wins Again: Best of the Best at the Peninsula in Paris
The 1964 Ferrari 250 LM, owned by Chris and Anna Cox, wins the Peninsula Best of the Best Award 2024. Chosen among nine stunning finalists, it triumphed over legendary Bugattis, an Alfa Romeo 8C, and luxury icons like Rolls-Royce and Delahaye.
08/02/2025
1954 Mercedes W 196 R Streamliner: The Last Record of a Dream Car
The 1954 Mercedes W 196 R Streamliner became the most expensive Grand Prix car ever, selling for €51,155,000. A symbol of innovation, it was the only fully streamlined F1 car. Despite performance issues, it remains a legendary piece of motorsport history.
08/02/2025
Ferrari’s Technological Innovations Part 17: F50. When Formula 1 Became Road-Legal
The Ferrari F50, introduced in 1995, was a road-legal supercar designed with true Formula 1 engineering. With a load-bearing V12 engine derived from the 640 F1, carbon-fiber monocoque, and advanced suspension.
01/02/2025
Ferrari’s Technological Innovations Part 16: F355. The First Road Car with Ground Effect
The Ferrari F355 revolutionized road car design by introducing ground-effect technology, leveraging race-proven innovations to improve grip and handling.
01/02/2025
Broken Dreams: Mercedes C111. A Laboratory for Tomorrow
The Mercedes C111, an experimental car from the late 1960s, showcased cutting-edge innovation with Wankel engines, record-breaking diesel performance, and futuristic design, but it remained a laboratory for tomorrow instead of reaching mass production.
25/01/2025
Broken Dreams: Lamborghini Miura P400 Roadster and Ferruccio’s Refusal
The 1968 Lamborghini Miura Roadster, a unique open-top version of the iconic Miura P400, dazzled at the Brussels Motor Show but never entered production due to Ferruccio Lamborghini’s refusal. Restored, it remains a legendary automotive masterpiece.
25/01/2025
Ferrari’s Technological Innovations Part 15: The Revolutionary Electro-Hydraulic Gearbox in Formula 1
Discover Ferrari’s game-changing electro-hydraulic gearbox, introduced in the 1989 Formula 1 season. While Barnard got the credit, Mauro Forghieri and de Silvestri were its true pioneers. Learn how this innovation transformed racing forever.
18/01/2025