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04/01/2025
Unforgettable Car Geniuses - A story that begins with the Zodiac: Which signs belong to the greatest?
This weekly column celebrates automotive geniuses, sorted by zodiac sign. Discover the leading signs of Capricorn, Taurus, and Virgo, and how icons like Ferrari, Shelby, and Bugatti shaped car history.
04/01/2025
Ferrari’s Technological Innovations Part 12: The Dawn of the Turbo
Ferrari revolutionized Formula 1 and road cars by introducing turbocharged engines, achieving Constructors' Championships in 1982 and 1983 with groundbreaking innovations.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
21/12/2024