In the early 2000s, Peter Wheeler, a former TVR owner and automotive visionary, introduced the world to the TVR Scamander, an amphibious vehicle of his own design. The project began after Wheeler left TVR, seeking a new automotive challenge. The brief was to create a vehicle to perform on-road, off-road, and on water. The engine, […]
Tesla shareholders recently filed a lawsuit against CEO Elon Musk–the largest Tesla shareholder–and the board of directors over Musk’s decision to start a competing AI company (xAI). The shareholders claim that Mr Musk and the board have breached their ‘fiduciary duty’ to Tesla shareholders by launching xAI and diverting talent and resources from Tesla to xAI. This
The F1 2026 Regulations aim to enhance the racing spectacle, promote sustainability, and ensure safety without reducing the spectacle that is F1. However, some fear that the new rules are too complicated and could put fans off; F1 already has its own technical parlance, which confuses. Brief Overview: Flat Bottom Concept is to replace the
The world of motorsport artistry is well-established and highly varied from classical to Pop Art. In 1900, motorsport art captured the excitement of early races. During the 20s and 30s, the influence of the Art Deco movement was felt. Following WWII’s resurgence in motorsport, a new style of art emerged, even sculptures and Pop Art.
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When the name Carroll Shelby comes up in conversation, there is an immediate association with the Ford GT40 Le Mans success. And success it was. In the 1966 Le Mans, Ferrari was dislodged from its mantle when a GT40 took first, second, and third place. The GT40 went on to win Le Mans for four
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Spanish GPDate: Sunday, 23 June, 2024Track: Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya ♖ In a recent revelation, Max Verstappen confirmed that Red Bull’s ongoing issue with riding kerbs is still not ‘under control.’ ♖ Visa Cash App RB is heading to the Spanish Grand Prix with its ‘most important’ update for the season. ♖ Renault is considering withdrawing
Ferrari’s Special Projects Department ‘ Progetti Speciali’ was established in 2008 to cater to the bespoke needs of elite clients. Custom commissions from millionaires like James Glickenhaus and the Sultan of Brunei inspired the department. The department’s maestros provide extensive customisation to meet precise client specifications and tastes. They collaborate with top designers, including Pininfarina,
A Definition of Luxury: Luxury refers to ‘a state of great comfort, ease, and wealth, often involving the enjoyment of expensive and non-essential items or services that provide pleasure and satisfaction beyond basic necessities.’ Based on that definition and coupled with a bit of research, the following list, in order of relevance, has been produced: