Archive
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
22/06/2024
Drivers Becoming Constructors: Frank Williams
Frank Williams is a symbol of modern Formula 1, transforming the sport with ingenuity and perseverance. Despite initial struggles, he founded Williams Grand Prix Engineering, achieving 9 Constructors' and 7 Drivers' World Titles.
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.
15/06/2024
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Saab, Sweden, 1945-2016
Saab began as an airplane manufacturer in 1937 and ventured into automobiles in 1945. The brand produced innovative cars like the UrSaab, 92, 93, 96, and the iconic 900. Despite strong sales, Saab faced ownership changes, ultimately disappearing in 2016.
15/06/2024