Stéphane Peterhansel (FRA) was victorious in his MINI John Cooper Works Buggy during the 2021 Dakar Rally making it a 6th overall win for MINI. Peterhansel has successfully extended his record at the Dakar to an impressive 14 overall wins. Peterhansel and Boulanger finished the 2021 Dakar Rally with a lead of 14:51 minutes in the overall standings. Despite only obtaining one stage win throughout the event, … [Read more...]
An Insight into Exercising the Brumos Collection Vehicles
The Brumos Collection recently announced that it will reopen to the public on January 21, 2021. The internationally acclaimed collector car destination had its grand opening in January 2020, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it closed its doors to the public just two months afterward, in March 2020. A special feature of the Brumos Collection is that every car that you see is taken out and driven, … [Read more...]
Bugatti Commences Delivery of the Chiron Pur Sport
Bugatti has started 2021 with the delivery of the first Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport in the USA. The official dealer partner, Bugatti Greenwich, recently turned over the keys to its eagerly awaiting customer. https://youtu.be/JMUxJTlwXOY “Bugatti of Greenwich is honored to have delivered the world’s first Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport to a very valued and loyal client. A long time … [Read more...]
The New Ecurie Ecosse C-Type has Arrived in Limited Numbers
Seven New Ecurie Ecosse C-Type cars pay tribute to the seven C-type chassis successfully raced by Ecurie Ecosse. https://vimeo.com/500060308 Almost 70 years ago (1952) a Scottish racing driver for Ecurie Ecosse named Ian Stewart visited Jaguar Cars in Coventry to pick up his brand-new C-type Jaguar. He would go on to drive the C-Type to its first race on Jersey against serious competition from the likes of … [Read more...]
Singer Transforms a 1990 Porsche 911 into a Powerful Off-Road Racer
A long-term Singer client has recently requested for their Porsche 911 be modified into a World Rally Championship-inspired, all-terrain competition vehicle. Taking up the challenge, Singer has turned to the 1980s golden era of Porsche rallying with the likes of the 911 SC/RS and 959. Singer’s latest design will allow the customer to be able to use his Porsche 911 for off-road racing, given it has been now … [Read more...]
Watch Classic Ferrari Components be Handcrafted by GTO Engineering
When it comes to the aftermarket Ferrari parts production, UK-based GTO Engineering firmly believes that it is the individual Ferrari components that make each car special, from hoses to rubbers, engines to gearboxes, to wheels and suspension. Recently, GTO Engineering delivered a new video that shows the attention to detail and meticulous quality checks they provide for their aftermarket Ferrari parts … [Read more...]
Lamborghini Diablo is now over 30
31 years ago the Diablo super sports car was launched in the market. The car would go on to become one of the most iconic models in super sports car history. But its story started 5 years prior to this with a codename 'Project 132'. Here is a concise timeline of the production of the Lamborghini Diablo. In 1985 Automobili Lamborghini was working on Project 132, with the intention of succeeding the Countach at the … [Read more...]
Who Owns Ferrari in 2021?
Since 2016, Ferrari has been a publicly-traded company that is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "RACE". Here is the update to who owns Ferrari in 2021: Institutional investors own 59% of the company.The largest shareholder, with 24% of shares outstanding, is EXOR NV, Asset Management Arm (owners of Fiat Crysler Automobiles (FCA)).Piero Ferrari is the second-largest shareholder … [Read more...]
Escaping From East Germany Smuggled in a BMW Isetta
The Quest for Freedom in the BMW Isetta It was a bold plan: Klaus-Günter Jacobi assisted his best friend to escape East Germany by hiding him in a BMW Isetta as they went across the check-point on 23 May 1963. The Berlin Wall Museum in Friedrichstrasse, Berlin, holds thousands of exhibits that serve as a reminder of the history of the city that was previously divided into an East and West, … [Read more...]
Virtual Tour of Steve McQueen’s 1956 Jaguar XKSS – Most Valuable Jaguar?
Are you a Steve McQueen or Jaguar enthusiast? Leslie Kendall from the Petersen Automotive Museum provides an outstanding overview of the actor and automotive legend Steve McQueen's 1956 Jaguar XKSS. The 1956 Jaguar XKSS was based on the D-Type racing car and embodies the racing prestige of the Le Man's winning unit. It possessed a 3.4 L straight-six generating 250 hp and came with disc brakes on all four wheels. … [Read more...]
1964 Monte Carlo Rally Tribute Mini Delivered to Paddy Hopkirk
Paddy Hopkirk MBE receives his own Paddy Hopkirk Limited Edition MINI The first deliveries of the MINI Paddy Hopkirk Limited Edition have commenced with Patrick ‘Paddy’ Hopkirk MBE being one of the first to receive a vehicle. The MINI Paddy Hopkirk Limited Edition was created to commemorate his victory at the 1964 Monte Carlo Rally behind the wheel of the classic Morris Mini Cooper S … [Read more...]
Bugatti La Voiture Noire – Special Christmas Present for Molsheim
Alsace is arguably the most festively decorated region in France every Christmas, as Christmas trees are placed in every city center; fairy lights and illuminated stars are also seen in every corner of the city. The Christmas markets in Strasbourg, Colmar, as well as the home of Bugatti’s headquarters, Molsheim, is known far and wide. So, it is not surprising that a lot were disappointed with the suggestion to avoid … [Read more...]
Unveiling the Stunning Alfa Romeo 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo
Alfa Romeo has launched the 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo to pay homage to the brand’s renowned mid-engine sports car, the 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. The 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo will have a very limited run, with only 33 units being made available for North America. “The 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo is an immediate Alfa Romeo classic that passes the torch to … [Read more...]
First New Bentley Blower Since 1930 Released
Bentley Mulliner finally completed the first new Bentley Blower in 90 years after 40,000 hours of meticulous work. Car Zero is the prototype car for the Blower Continuation Series. This truly exclusive run of only 12 customer cars (which have all already been pre-sold) will be created from the design drawings and tooling jigs that were employed for the original four Blowers that Sir Henry ‘Tim’ Birkin built and … [Read more...]
Aston Martins Grand Prix Racing History – The Fighting Spirit
Aston Martins' racing's successes throughout history have made it a standout company worldwide. After a third consecutive win at the Nürburgring 1,000km and an outright win at Le Mans, Aston Martin was crowned the World Sportscar Champions in 1959. From 1931 until the present year, Aston Martin has secured multiple class wins at Le Mans, including claiming this year's GT Manufacturers’ World Endurance Champion … [Read more...]
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