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Mercedes-Benz Interprets a ’70s Icon with the Vision One-Eleven

CARLSBAD/STUTTGART (June 15,2023) ― Mercedes-Benz presents a new sports car study. The Vision One-Eleven combines a highly dynamic design language with innovative all-electric powertrain technology. The supercar silhouette is characterized by skillful execution of the signature Mercedes-Benz One-Bow design that is significant of its 21st-century style. The development of this design underscores the positioning of the Mercedes-Benz brand, which stands for ICONIC LUXURY. Its technical highlights include the extremely powerful and highly efficient axial-flux motor developed by electric motor specialist YASA. The British company has been a 100-percent subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz AG since July 2021. Continue reading

Inaugural Greenwich Concours de Sport Delights and Dismays

What does it say about a Concours de Sport when the highlight was Wayne Carini’s 1938 Lincoln K Lebaron Coupé? Well, a couple things: one, it says that the Lebaron Coupé was impressive enough to outshine the LaFerrari, new Countach, and Koenigsegg that were also on display. But it also says that none of these were necessarily de Sport. No one is going to question that they represent the zenith of performance for their time. A Koenigsegg could probably eat a Porsche 935 K2’s lunch and possibly lap a Blower Bentley on the Nürburgring. Still, when de Sport is represented by a handful of relatively indistinct—albeit beautifully presented—examples that have run around Lime Rock, there is a bit (and really just a bit) of a letdown. Neither of these won Best of Show. That went to a 1965 Ford GT40 Mk I, chassis No P/1030, one of the very rare road cars, never raced.

In their defense, this was the inaugural year for the Concours de Sport and props to Hagerty and all the organizers in adding it to the Greenwich Weekend. Saturday’s Concours de Sport featured over 150 cars in more than 15 judged classes. A range of hands-on activities–ride & drives, racing simulators, Hagerty Future Drivers Club and more–entertained enthusiasts and families. And is often the case at these events, the parking lot was a show in itself with, among others, several Ferraris, including two or three 812s, a 360 Challenge Stradale and a fresh from the dealership 296 GTB.

The Greenwich Concours will continue to be the marquee event in the Northeast and the good-sized crowd on hand appreciated a second day of cargazing.

“The Northeast has a rich automotive history and we’re proud to celebrate the concours’ place in global car culture. Saturday’s Concours de Sport winner, a Ford GT40 Mk I, is deserving of praise; an exceptional example of an iconic car.”

McKeel Hagerty, CEO of Hagerty

Here’s hoping that in the coming years, those crowds will grow and will be able to take in those Blower Bentleys, or a long-tailed 935s, or maybe, just maybe, a Le Mans-entry GT40.

“Splendor and Speed: Treasures of the Petersen Collection” Highlights Museum’s Crown Jewels

LOS ANGELES (May 30, 2023) — The Petersen Automotive Museum recently opened a new exhibit titled “Splendor and Speed: Treasures of the Petersen Collection” that unites the most rare and renowned vehicles and artifacts in the Petersen’s collection. Visitors have a unique opportunity to view these historically significant objects as a cohesive display, showcasing the diversity and grandeur of the museum’s permanent collection. The exhibit is located in the Bruce Meyer Family Gallery on the museum’s second floor.

Highlighted vehicles on display include the 1939 “Shah” Bugatti Type 57C Cabriolet by Vanvooren, the 1953 Cadillac Series 62 by Ghia, the 1938 Delahaye 135 by Figoni et Falaschi, the 1952 Ferrari 212/225 Inter Barchetta by Carrozzeria Touring, the 1956 Jaguar XKSS formerly owned by Steve McQueen, the 1925 Rolls-Royce Phantom I Aerodynamic Coupe by Jonckheere, the 1967 Ford GT40 Mark III, the 1932 Ford “Ray Brown Roadster,” the 1937 Delage D8-120 Aerosport Coupe by Letourneur et Marchand and the 1947 Cisitalia 202 Coupe by Pinin Farina. Nearly 100 original mid-20th century design models and works of automotive concept art, more than 30 minutes of rare film footage, and numerous one-of-a-kind artifacts represent the museum’s important non-vehicular archives. Continue reading

ON THE BLOCK: Fernando Alonso’s Ferrari Enzo Highlights L’AstaRossa™ Sale

MONACO (May 31,2023) – MonacoCarAuctions™ is delighted to present more than 40 of Maranello’s finest automobiles at its inaugural L’AstaRossa™ sale, held in partnership with Top Marques Monaco, at the Grimaldi Forum, Monaco, on June 8th. Headlining the auction’s consignments is an exquisite Ferrari Enzo, offered directly from the private collection of two-time Formula One World Champion, Fernando Alonso. Continue reading

BMW Unveils the Dynamic New 5 Series Sedan

More dynamic than ever, featuring a wealth of digital innovations and, for the first time, all-electric drive – this is how the new BMW 5 Series Sedan steps up to the plate. As the BMW i5, the new edition of the world’s most successful business sedan takes the lead on the road to sustainable premium mobility in the upper mid-range vehicle segment. Consistent electrification, advanced BMW iDrive display and control system with “QuickSelect“, new digital services, and increased sustainability throughout the entire product life cycle characterize the progress made in the fields of the future which are centrally important in the current transformation of the BMW Group. Continue reading

Hennessey Elevates Ford Ranger Raptor To 500 BHP ‘VelociRaptor 500’

SEALY, Texas (May 23, 2023) – Hennessey, the Texas-based hypercar manufacturer and high-performance vehicle creator, has announced the development and engineering for the new ‘VelociRaptor 500’ Ranger. The high-performance midsize pickup is based on the all-new 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor, to which Hennessey’s engineers applied their extensive expertise to boost power and improve capability. Continue reading

BMW Presents Concept Touring Coupé at Villa d’Este

WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ (May 22,2023) ― BMW is presenting the world premiere of its BMW Concept Touring Coupé at the opening of the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2023. The closed two-seater, which was developed for one-off production, continues the tradition of legendary BMW classics: a timeless symbol of freedom on four wheels and the joy of travelling together. Continue reading

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