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08/02/2025
Unforgettable Car Geniuses: Hans Ledwinka
Hans Ledwinka, a visionary Austrian engineer, shaped Tatra's groundbreaking designs. His innovations influenced Ferdinand Porsche’s Volkswagen Beetle, sparking legal disputes. Despite post-war challenges and political shifts, Tatra continued.
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.
01/02/2025
RM Sotheby’s Phoenix Auction: Record Sales for Classic Cars and Youngtimers
The RM Sotheby’s auction in Phoenix set records with a 93.18% sell-through rate and $31.2M in sales. Highlights included a $3.77M Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta and a $758.5K Audi Quattro Sport. The event spanned youngtimers, pre-war, and classic icons.
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.
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
Motorsport Mysteries – The Driver Who Wanted to Win Without Driving
A Ferrari 250 LM victory at Le Mans in 1965 sparked rumors of a secret stint by reserve driver Ed Hugus. Despite no official evidence, the mystery endures, fueling nostalgia for motorsport's daring past.
01/02/2025
Unforgettable Car Geniuses: Gioachino Colombo
Gioachino Colombo, the genius behind Ferrari's first engine, revolutionized motorsport by designing iconic engines for Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, and Maserati.
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
Unforgettable Car Geniuses: Carroll Shelby
Carroll Shelby, a racing legend turned car constructor, created iconic vehicles like the Shelby Cobra and GT40, leaving an indelible mark on automotive history.
25/01/2025