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Beyond the Spotlight: What We Missed at the 2024 International Auctions image

28/12/2024

Beyond the Spotlight: What We Missed at the 2024 International Auctions

What we've missed in this year's classic car auctions: rare cars, unique prototypes, and Steve McQueen’s Le Mans watch broke records, including Ford Racing Pumas, an Aga Khan Audi, and a legendary Dakar Rolls-Royce.
Ferrari’s Technological Innovations Part 11: The 312 T Revolution by Mauro Forghieri image

28/12/2024

Ferrari’s Technological Innovations Part 11: The 312 T Revolution by Mauro Forghieri

Mauro Forghieri's groundbreaking 312 T revolutionized Ferrari's Formula 1 fortunes in the 1970s, introducing innovations like the transverse gearbox and aerodynamic advances that secured seven world titles.
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28/12/2024

Roarington 2024: An Exciting Year

Roarington 2024 revolutionized vintage car culture, integrating the metaverse into classic car exploration and events. Highlights included partnerships with Mercedes-Benz and the launch of digital museums and simulators at global rallies and exhibitions.
Broken Dreams: Mercedes-Benz Blue Wonder. To win everyday  image

28/12/2024

Broken Dreams: Mercedes-Benz Blue Wonder. To win everyday

The Blue Wonder, Mercedes-Benz's iconic 1950s racing transporter, was a groundbreaking design symbolizing the brand's pursuit of excellence. Rebuilt in the 1990s, it now resides in Stuttgart.
Car Extravaganzas: The Mazda Suitcase Car image

28/12/2024

Car Extravaganzas: The Mazda Suitcase Car

Mazda's 1990 Suitcase Car, born from an internal competition, merged a Samsonite suitcase with a foldable bike and motor. Though impractical at 32 kg, it became a media sensation and a symbol of Mazda's creative innovation.
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21/12/2024

Bonhams Auction at Christmas: An Avoided Risk

Bonhams’ final auction of 2024 saw mixed results: Aston Martins performed exceptionally, while a Koenigsegg CCXR Coupé and Porsche Carrera Classic failed to sell. The 1925 Bugatti Type 35A sold for £552,000, and a Bentley GTC fetched a record £55,775.
Roarington's Christmas Gift Ideas 4: Inspiring Kids from an Early Age image

21/12/2024

Roarington's Christmas Gift Ideas 4: Inspiring Kids from an Early Age

Roarington presents stylish Christmas gift ideas for kids, featuring push cars like Baby Porsche, vintage Baghera models, and wooden toys by La Città del Sole. Perfect for nurturing motor skills and timeless fun, prices range from €69.90 to €200.
Le Mans Yesterday and Today: Mercedes-Benz image

21/12/2024

Le Mans Yesterday and Today: Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz's Le Mans journey spans from early efforts in 1930 to triumph in 1952 and 1989. With a return planned for 2025, history might repeat itself.
Ferrari’s Technological Innovations Part 10: Fiorano, a Track to Win image

21/12/2024

Ferrari’s Technological Innovations Part 10: Fiorano, a Track to Win

Enzo Ferrari built the Fiorano Circuit in 1975 as a dedicated test track for Ferrari. It revolutionized car development with advanced technology and remains iconic today.
Broken Dreams: Jaguar XJ13. The Cruelty of Rules image

21/12/2024

Broken Dreams: Jaguar XJ13. The Cruelty of Rules

The Jaguar XJ13 was a stunning mid-engine V12 racer built to revive Le Mans glory, but rule changes and shifting priorities doomed it to never compete.

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