‘In 1926, Ettore Bugatti conceived the Type 41 Royale as the ultimate luxury car, intended exclusively for royalty and heads of state.’ The Royale was designed to outshine Rolls-Royce, showcasing Bugatti’s unparalleled craftsmanship and engineering prowess. The Royale measured over 6 metres long and weighed more than 3 tonnes, making it one of the largest […]
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‘The International Concours of Elegance, St. Moritz: Glamour, History, and Innovation.’ Held against the dramatic and picturesque snow-covered peaks of St. Moritz, this event offers an unparalleled setting, blending natural beauty with automotive artistry. The St. Moritz region has long been synonymous with glamour and exclusivity. It hosts global elites for winter sports, luxurious retreats,
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‘Aston Martin Lagonda has recently secured approximately £111 million through an equity raise.’ This equity raise is part of a broader financing strategy that includes issuing £100 million in senior secured notes, bringing the total funds raised to £211 million. The capital infusion will support Aston Martin’s electrification strategy and future investments. The company has
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The BMW iM was conceived as a halo car. Designed to showcase cutting-edge technology and sustainable engineering. Positioned to compete with Ferrari and McLaren, it embodied BMW’s ‘i’ division ethos but with more aggression and performance than the i8. The iM aimed to be a pure electric supercar or a plug-in hybrid with even greater
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‘Jaguars will no longer growl; they will purr quietly while sipping electricity.’ A bold new era for Jaguar unfolds with its upcoming all-electric four-door GT, which will be officially revealed on 2 December. In 2022, Jaguar announced its EV revolution under the ‘Reimagine’ strategy: Jaguar’s most powerful new car will be the £100k+ electric GT,
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F1 Gossip Qatar GP Date: Sunday, 1 December, 2024 Track: Losail Circuit ♖ Max Verstappen is the F1 world champion for the fourth successive year. ♖ Despite retaining his title, Max Verstappen will be paid less than last season due to his smaller win percentage. ♖ Formula 1 has reached an agreement with General Motors
Guido Terreni (ex-President and MD of Bulgari) said, ‘You don’t buy Parmigiani for your social recognition. You buy Parmigiani to please yourself.’ Parmigiani Fleurier’s timepieces appeal to those who prioritise personal satisfaction and the appreciation of craftsmanship over seeking social validation. Owning a classic Aston Martin DB5 or a modern Pagani Huayra mirrors this philosophy.
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‘The Monaco GP Secures Its Future Until 2031.’ The glamour and prestige of the Monaco Grand Prix will endure, as Formula 1 has extended its contract with the iconic street race until 2031. The announcement on 14 November 2024 marks a new chapter in the storied relationship between Monaco and F1. In 1929, the first
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Ferrari unveiled the F40 to celebrate its 40th anniversary. It was the last car personally approved by Enzo Ferrari and became the fastest, most powerful, and most expensive car in Ferrari’s line-up at the time. The mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive masterpiece quickly became one of Ferrari’s iconic models. 2018 Ferrari built a one-off creation based on the
‘For Sale: One Imagination, Low Mileage.’ The Coupé Simone was a creative concept dreamt up by Franklin Mint designers Roger Hardnock and Raffi Minasian in the late 1990s. They crafted an elaborate backstory and design for a non-existent Duesenberg model. In 1998, Franklin Mint unveiled a 1:24-scale model of the Coupé Simone, which gained popularity