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February 28, 2026
Sandro Munari, Rally Legend, Dies at 85
Sandro Munari, universally known as “Il Drago” and among the most iconic rally drivers in motorsport history, has died at the age of 85 after a long illness. Born in Cavarzere, in Italy’s Veneto region in March 1940, Munari’s name became synonymous with the golden era of rallying in the 1960s and ’70s.Munari began his career in motorsport as a navigator in the mid-1960s before taking [...]
February 17, 2026
Cavallino 2026 at The Boca Raton: Best of Show - Competizione - for Ferrari Documented by Automotive Masterpieces
The 2026 Palm Beach Cavallino Classic took place from February 13 to 15, marking several important firsts – including its debut at The Boca Raton, the introduction of the Legacy Class, the regional premiere of the new Ferrari 849 Testarossa, and the inaugural Cavallino Auction presented by RM Sotheby’s – while also celebrating the 35th anniversary of the iconic Ferrari-dedicated event owned [...]
February 4, 2026
The I.C.E. St. Moritz 2026: Award-Winning Automotive Masterpieces Cars
The frozen Lake St. Moritz once again became a spectacular open-air stage for The I.C.E. St. Moritz 2026, where automotive culture, design excellence and contemporary art met “on top of the world.” Fifty outstanding classics and sports cars turned the ice into a moving gallery, attracting collectors, enthusiasts and families alike.On 30 January 2026, the international jury awarded the Best in [...]
February 2, 2026
Paris Celebrates 50 Years of Rétromobile
The 50th anniversary edition of Rétromobile, held from January 28 to February 1, 2026 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, confirmed its status as the world’s leading show dedicated to classic cars. Under the patronage of the French Ministry of Culture, the event welcomed a record 181,500 visitors, up 24% from 2025, and received the FIA Heritage Cup 2025 in recognition of its contribution to [...]
November 3, 2025
AUTO E MOTO D’EPOCA 2025. In Bologna Classic Motoring Has Found Its Home
The 42nd edition of Auto e Moto d’Epoca closed with a highly positive outcome: strong attendance, encouraging sales and an atmosphere of enthusiasm confirming the vitality of the classic motoring world. BolognaFiere once again proved to be the only place in Europe where passion, culture and business meet in perfect balance.Over four days, the event confirmed Bologna as Europe’s capital of [...]
October 2, 2025
Farewell to Claudio Lombardi, engineer of Lancia, Ferrari and Aprilia
The automotive world mourns the passing of Claudio Lombardi (Alessandria, 1942 – 2025), one of the most brilliant and innovative engineers of the Italian school.After his first experiences at Fiat, his career took off in the mid-1970s at Lancia Corse, where in 1975 he became head of engine design. Lombardi distinguished himself as the creator and promoter of the revolutionary “Triflux” [...]
June 25, 2025
Mille Miglia 2025: Vesco on Top, Automotive Masterpieces in the Top Ten
The 43rd re-enactment of the 1000 Miglia concluded in Brescia on June 21, after five intense race days, covering 1,900 km and featuring over 400 historic cars in motion. This year's edition was particularly special, reviving the legendary figure-eight route of the pre-war era, symbolically uniting not only North and South, but also the Adriatic East and the Tyrrhenian West.The victors, once [...]
June 17, 2025
Mille Miglia 2025: The Automotive Masterpieces Lineup
From June 17 to 21, the Mille Miglia returns, and once again this year, many of the most anticipated protagonists will be cars counted among Automotive Masterpieces: extraordinary vehicles for their history, rarity, authenticity, and cultural significance. Thirty examples will take part in the 2025 edition, many of which have a direct link to the original Mille Miglia.Among the five official [...]
May 30, 2025
New Smart Search by Event: Discover the Cars Like Never Before
We are proud to present the latest evolution of a key feature on our website:searching by event and year has just become smarter and more powerful than ever.From the homepage, click on “Cars” or on the advanced search page. As you may already know, this section offers a wide range of filters to help you find a specific car or explore categories of vehicles, with the option to combine [...]
May 28, 2025
Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2025: Alfa Romeo Tipo B Wins Best of Show
The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2025, held from May 23 to 25 on the shores of Lake Como, reaffirmed its prestige as one of the most refined events in the international automotive scene. Organized by BMW Group Classic in collaboration with the Hotel Villa d’Este, the event attracted enthusiasts, collectors, and curious visitors from all over the world.The prestigious “BMW Group Trophy [...]