44 like Lewis or 46 like Valentino?

Historically, livery has been the defining feature of noble attire, distinguished by its unique colours. Today, this tradition has found a new canvas in the world of automobiles. In the past, in racing, identification was not tied to noble houses but to nations. The iconic blue of Bugatti for instance, was not merely a whim of Ettore Bugatti but an adherence to regulations. The same goes for the red of Italian Ferraris - as well as Alfa Romeo and Maserati – albeit in different shades – or the green of British Jaguars and Aston Martins. Only the Germans interpreted the rule of national livery, which was white for them, in a way that served the competitiveness of their cars: to reduce weight, they renounced the use of paint completely and became silver.