Archive
01/06/2024
The Myth of Italian Coachbuilders: Fantuzzi
Medardo Fantuzzi, an artisan coachbuilder, crafted iconic racing car bodies for Maserati and Ferrari in the 1950s and 1960s, leaving a lasting legacy in motorsport history.
01/06/2024
Mecum Indianapolis Auction Reaches $94M with Record-Breaking Sales
Mecum's Indianapolis auction featured 2,390 cars, achieving $94.4 million in sales. Highlights included a Ferrari Testarossa for $385,000, a Shelby Cobra 427 for $2.1 million, and records for several other classic and modern vehicles.
26/05/2024
Drivers becoming Constructors: Jack Brabham
The story of Jack Brabham, a two-time world title-winning Australian driver with Cooper, who became a constructor in 1962 with designer Ron Tauranac, building simple and light Formula 1 cars with readily available engines and parts.
25/05/2024
George Russell brings back the red Mercedes that dominated the Targa Florio a hundred years ago
George Russell revives the legacy of the historic Mercedes at the Targa Florio, tracing back to its strategic red paint, echoing past glories and the innovative spirit of Mercedes-Benz Classic.
25/05/2024
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Talbot, France, 1903-1987
The Talbot brand, from 1903 to 1987, experienced numerous transformations, from luxury cars to motorsport triumphs and various ownership changes, ultimately ceasing production in 1987. Its legacy is marked by innovation, elegance, and market challenges.
25/05/2024
The Myth of Italian Coachbuilders: Frua
Pietro Frua, a post-war Turin-based coachbuilder, founded one of Italy's top coachbuilding firms. Renowned for elegant designs like the Maserati Quattroporte and collaborations with Volvo and Rolls-Royce, Frua's legacy endures despite his death in 1983.
25/05/2024
Monaco Auction Madness: RM Sotheby’s Reigns Supreme
RM Sotheby’s Monaco auctions break records with stunning sales of iconic cars, including Ferraris and Formula 1 classics. Discover the highlights on Roarington.com.
19/05/2024
Drivers becoming constructors: Bruce McLaren
The article highlights the life and accomplishments of Bruce McLaren, a successful racing driver and constructor from New Zealand. McLaren began racing at a young age and won his first Grand Prix at 22.
18/05/2024
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Cord, USA, 1929-1937
Cord, founded by Errett Lobban Cord in 1929, introduced America’s first front-wheel-drive car, the L-29. Despite initial success, technical issues led to the brand's decline by 1937. Collectors now cherish Cord's futuristic designs.
18/05/2024