“Only problem is,” he says. “I don’t really know how to get to 500 words” -Say what?- His name is Mark and we were in Monaco, I’m having coffee, and he’s having coffee and we’re both inside the press office at the Top Marques, a car show in Monaco. And we’re both waiting to get … More Fireside chat w/ Alexandra Bengtsson, model, petrolhead, person
One of the best-looking modern 911s ever, built under commission for Paolo Barilla, former racing driver and VP of the Barilla company (the one that makes pasta). This 911 992 GT3 draws its inspiration from the 1985 Porsche 956 that won Le Mans with Barilla at the wheel. It was designed by the Porsche Exclusive … More Check out this beautiful 922 GT3, inspired by a Le Mans-winning 956 is
In the 1980s, my hometown used to be the third wealthiest city in Italy and expensive cars were selling like hot cakes. Then things changed and, well, it no longer is. However, there’s still a Ferrari dealership in town and I was finally able to get acquainted with the all-new Ferrari Roma. There were plans … More The Ferrari Roma is a lot better than I thought it would be
You may have heard about the Salone Auto Torino at Parco Valentino held in June in Turin, Italy. I’ve talked about it on several occasions and shared some pictures over the years. I go every year, because I love it. Everyone does in Italy because A. anyone can visit for free as it is set … More Why the Dallara Stradale is the perfect wedding car
The automotive industry is, more or less tightly, tied to several other things. Watches, design and yachts, too. In 2017, as part of its initiative to bring all the yachting industry’s players together, the Yacht Club of Monaco invited 80 key figures of the industry to discuss the future and the years ahead. Yacht designer … More Insight into the Luxury Debate: Space and Light are the new Wood and Chrome_
Good news! A convertible version of the McLaren 720S is going to be made. It has a 4-litre bi-turbo V8 developing 720 CV (709 hp) and 770Nm. That’s good enough for a top speed of 212 mph (341 kph). 0-60 is done in 2,9 seconds and 0-200 kph (124 mph) is dealt with in 7,9 … More McLaren 720S Spider_
We all knew the highly anticipated 911 Carrera S (992) would be introduced at this year’s LA Auto Show (branded “Automobility LA” during the press days) which is why I had to come here to see for myself. And here it is: Porsche built the 992 so that it can, theoretically, accomodate an electric unit … More The New 911_992
In their February 1979 issue, Road & Track staff published an article about this one-off 4-door Corvette and the author of the article, a Thos Bryant, began by asking the reader this question: “Blasphemy or brilliance?” Good question, even today. First of all, I said one-off but it wasn’t a one-off. California Custom Coach, that’s … More Corvette America_
Here it is. The one we’ve all been waiting on. 1,479bhp, $5,8M (already sold out), 236 mph. 0-60 in 2,4 seconds It is actually “slower” than the Chiron (the top speed is electronically limited) but quicker on the track. Stiffer, harder, better, and more exclusive. The name, Divo, (which is also Italian for idol, star), … More Meet the Bugatti Divo @Pebble Beach)
Remember when Porsche introduced us to the Mission-E? The full-electric 4-door supercar? This is it. The final production version is going to be called Taycan, which allegedly comes from Turkish and means “young, lively and quick horse”. Have at it. ph: Porsche Media
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