Deep in the heart of Chrysler Engineering in late 1964, Jim Thornton was modifying a chassis in the Structures Lab. The just-completed drag-racing season had witnessed many things: the reintroduction…
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Recognised as the ‘Flying Mustang’, the first Shelby GT350 ‘R-Model’ ranks not only as the most historically important Shelby Mustang in the world, but it is also arguably the most important Mustang in the history…
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This incredible collection of Formula 1 crash helmets recently went under the hammer in Paris as part of Aguttes Spring Sale. Featuring a mix of originally used and replica helmets, this set spans 50 years in the…
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In the mid-1970s, the British automotive industry was in crisis, marred by bad management, frequent strikes and decreasing competitiveness compared to the increasingly successful Japanese automakers…
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The Rodeo Concept, is RUF’s first off-road car built using the same carbon fibre monocoque chassis as the CTR Anniversary and the SCR. Featuring a new four-wheel drive system, larger all-terrain tyres…
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This 1965 Dodge C-500 is just one part of an incredible package that includes an original 1966 Plymouth Barracuda drag car. The car hauler and period-correct dragster are a petrolhead’s dream come true…
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BMW has redesigned its iconic logo, for the first time in more than twenty years. First seen on the i4 Concept which was unveiled last week, the Bavarian car maker has replaced the black ring surrounding…
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Born at a similar time to Porsche’s ubiquitous 911, the 904 was penned by F A Porsche, and for 1963 it featured the latest aerodynamic theories with a pointed bonnet overhang and a Kamm tail at the rear…
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This is Aston Martin’s new V12 Speedster. Created by brand’s bespoke customisation service ‘Q by Aston Martin’, the V12 Speedster is a truly visceral driver’s car that draws inspiration from both the brand’s rich…
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In 1967, the magazine Réalités organised an exceptional fundraising event for the French Foundation for Medical Research. It asked five artists each to personalise a car from five leading manufacturers…
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Don’t let the look of this Porsche fool you, it’s actually a 1987 911 Carrera that spent almost 30 years cruising around Texas and California before being modified by tuner Akira Nakai at RWB Los Angeles in 2015…
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In motor racing, a win or podium finish is often immortalised with a trophy but to create the enthusiasm leading up to the race and attract the masses of racing enthusiasts to the event, it was often the beautifully…
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Following the Austin-Healey 100's sensational debut at the 1952 Motor Show, the works team had entered two subtly modified cars in the 1953 Le Mans 24 Hour Race. They finished in 12th and 14th places…
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Not all city cars are born equal. Well, not according to YouTube star and world-renowned automotive journalist, Matt Farah. Shortly after moving out to the west coast of America from New York, Farah realised…
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Featuring a menacing stance, this 1967 Dodge Charger is the product of Johnson's Hot Rod Shop based in Gadsden, Alabama. This Charger may retain its basic original cues, yet the body, chassis and suspension…
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In this collaboration, FUTURA 2000, who is known for his mastery of colour, concentric forms, and kinetic composition, has created three exclusive and unique versions of the BMW M2 Competition in his…
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The convertible version of the 330GTC, the GTS was introduced at the Paris Salon in 1966. Beneath the 330's bonnet was the 4.0-litre, 300bhp version of Ferrari's familiar V12, as used in the 330GT 2+2…
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This year sees Mazda celebrate it’s 100th anniversary with a series of events marking a century of pioneering design, style and engineering success. 100 years ago Mazda was a Hiroshima cork producer until Jujiro Matsuda…
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