Archive
20/07/2024
European Hill Climb Championship: Maserati's 1957 Triumph
In 1957, private driver Willy Daetwyler won the European Hill Climb Championship with a Maserati 200 SI. Despite limited manufacturer involvement, Maserati's innovative design and lightweight build proved victorious.
14/07/2024
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Tatra, Czech Republic, 1897
Few car manufacturers have a history as rich and varied as Tatra, one full of real innovation, sophisticated technology, strongly characterized design.
13/07/2024
Drivers Becoming Constructors: Dan Gurney
American Dan Gurney was a famous driver and passionate technician who founded the AAR – All American Racers in 1965 with Carroll Shelby. Gurney's goal was to be an American driver behind the wheel of an American single-seater car.
13/07/2024
Artcurial Auction in St. Tropez: Creativity, Luck and Curiosity
Artcurial's St. Tropez auction saw impressive results with 66 cars sold, totaling €10.86M. Highlights include a 1958 Mercedes 300 SL Roadster for €905,920 and a 1997 Mercedes SL70 AMG for €226,480.
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
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.
29/06/2024
Cars & Stars: Adam Levine
Adam Levine, Maroon 5 frontman, is a style icon with a passion for classic cars. His collection includes a 1955 Mercedes 300 SL and various Porsches. He and his wife, Behati Prinsloo also engage in charitable efforts.
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