A Conversation with Thunder

The Brabham BT62 is an exceptional, track-focussed supercar. Initially designed as a track-only car, a road-going version was introduced later. Only 70 cars were scheduled for build, 35 of the original BT62 and 35 BT62R Celebration Series. The BT62 is a mid-engine carbon monocoque racer powered by a 691-horsepower Ford 5.4-litre modular V8. The beautiful

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Composing His Third Symphony: The Pagani Utopia

Horacio Pagani instructed his team of engineers turned artists to meet three targets for the Pagani Utopia: simplicity, lightness, and the ultimate in driving pleasure. Pagani Automobili has launched its third-generation hypercar, the Utopia, developed from the vast experience gleaned from its immediate predecessors, the Huayra R track car and Roadster BC. ‘More than four

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Irony and the Motor Car

This is what irony means. You buy an electric car to save the planet, and a tree kills it. The irony of the motor car lies in its dual nature; it provides convenience, freedom and innovation. Whilst contributing to environmental impact, social isolation and economic disparities. Some amusing quotes: The irony of traffic jams is

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A Fashion Statement or a Car

‘Sometimes, your car should be as photogenic as you are’ In 1934, the American Auburn Automobile Company produced the Auburn Eight Supercharged Speedster, more commonly known as the Speedster 851 or Auburn Boattail. It received worldwide acclaim as a masterpiece of motor car design with its sweeping design and Boattail. The Boattail performed exceptionally well,

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Like a Fine Wine

The Bizzarrini Revival Series opened a new chapter in the brand’s history. Bizzarrini will only build 24 cars. Much has been written about the ‘new Bizzarrini’ and not so much about its history, particularly the Bizzarrini 1900 GT Europa. The 1900 GT Europa launched in 1966 was the smaller sibling to the Bizzarrini 5300 Strada.

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F1 Gossip & 2024 Teams

♖ Rapper Drake helped to launch Sauber’s new era as the Stake F1 Team. ♖ Former FIA president Jean Todt has hit back at criticism of his regime by his successor, Mohammed Ben Sulayem. ♖ Aston Martin has announced that Aramco, the Saudi Arabian oil and gas giant, will now be the team’s title sponsor

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