History

In the world of motorsports, few eras have left as indelible a mark as the infamous Group B era of rally racing.

The 24 Hours of Le Mans is one of the most prestigious endurance races in the world, and in 1965, it witnessed an iconic moment in automotive history.

Some cars are built to last, but Irv Gordon’s 1966 Volvo 1800S took that idea to a whole new level. This unassuming red coupe didn’t just rack up a lot of miles—it became the most driven car in history, covering more than 5 million kilometers (that’s abou...

The Petermax Müller world record car is a true legend in the world of motorsport, especially among Volkswagen and Porsche enthusiasts. This unique machine isn’t just a pretty face—it’s a record-breaker, holding no fewer than eight world records and an imp...

Genuine unrestored Type 87 7 'Kommandeurwagen'—sometimes also called the Type 98 'Kriegskafer'—is a rare and fascinating piece of World War II automotive history. This vehicle stands out not just for its looks, but for its unique blend of engineering and...

The story of the Alfa Romeo T33/2 chassis number 015 is a remarkable tale of racing pedigree, international intrigue, and survival against the odds—a journey that has taken it from the heart of Italian motorsport to the wilds of Africa, and soon, to the a...

AC Cars, originally known as Auto Carriers Ltd., holds a unique place in British automotive history as one of the country’s oldest independent car manufacturers. Founded in the early 20th century, AC Cars quickly established a reputation for producing dis...

The AC Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe is one of those rare cars that feels like it was born to make history. In the early 1960s, Carroll Shelby and his team were already making waves with the open-top Cobra, but they knew they needed something more aerodynami...

The Shelby Cobra 427 stands as one of the most iconic American sports cars ever built—a raw, unfiltered blend of British chassis engineering and American V8 muscle. Born from Carroll Shelby’s relentless pursuit of speed, the 427 Cobra marked the ultimate...

Conceived in the late 1940s to put Britain at the forefront of Grand Prix racing, the BRM V16 was designed to meet the new Formula One regulations that allowed a maximum engine size of 1.5 liters with a supercharger. The result was a 1.5-liter, 135-degree...

In 1957, famed industrial designer Raymond Loewy—best known for his work with Studebaker and numerous iconic American products—was commissioned to create a one-off coupe based on the BMW 507 roadster. The car was built by the French coachbuilder Pichon et...

In the golden age of American motorsport, few cars stirred up as much excitement—and fear among rivals—as the 1964 Chevrolet Cheetah. Nicknamed “The Cobra Killer,” the Cheetah was a wild, uncompromising machine built with a single goal: dethrone Carroll S...

The Marmon Wasp is one of the most iconic and pioneering race cars in American motorsport history, yet many people don’t realize just how significant this vehicle truly is.

The 1971 Chevelle SS Convertible remains one of the most iconic muscle cars ever produced, a true symbol of American automotive power and style. Combining aggressive performance with open-air freedom, this classic Chevy has captured the hearts of car enth...

When you think of Elvis Presley, you probably picture the King of Rock and Roll behind the wheel of a flashy Cadillac, sunglasses on, hair perfectly coiffed. But in 1965, something unusual happened: Elvis’s Cadillac hit the road—without Elvis.

Few automobiles have a story as dramatic—or as visually arresting—as the 1925 Rolls-Royce Phantom I Jonckheere Coupe. Today, this one-of-a-kind masterpiece is revered as a symbol of Art Deco extravagance and bespoke coachbuilding, but its journey began in...