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Repeating History by Preserving, Restoring and Sharing Historic and Authentic Race Cars on Track

Mario Gear January 26, 2021

For years, old race cars were just that. Forgotten machines relegated to museums, private collections, left covered in dusty garages, and even tucked away in barns. There wasn’t a calling to keep them running nor was there a suitable venue to safely exercise them.

Petersen Automotive Museum To Offer Customized Virtual Field Trips For K-12 Students

Mario Gear December 3, 2020

The Petersen Automotive Museum has announced a new program to offer customized virtual school tours for students and teachers engaged in distance learning. Supported by the museum’s Hammertime Global Education program, the virtual tours are designed to educate students and inspire the next generation of car enthusiasts.

DUCATI DIAVEL 1260 LAMBORGHINI, INSPIRED BY THE SIÁN FKP 37

Mario Gear November 29, 2020

Automobili Lamborghini and Ducati announce the Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini: born from the collaboration between two prestigious brands, the motorcycle is made in a limited and numbered edition of 630 units, celebrating the cooperation between the two organizations and appealing to both motorcyclists and collectors from all over the world.

BMW Motorrad presents two world premieres.

Mario Gear November 18, 2020

On Thursday, 19 November 2020, BMW Motorrad will reveal two new models from its Roadster world. These world premieres will take place during an online-presentation at 4.00 pm (CEST). This will of course be streamed worldwide via the official BMW Motorrad Facebook page, the BMW Motorrad and BMW Group YouTube Channels as well as the BMW Group LinkedIn page.

Top ten finishes for Sykes and Laverty on WorldSBK Saturday at Portimão.

Mario Gear August 27, 2020

Just one week after the race weekend at Jerez de la Frontera (ESP), the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team is now competing with the BMW S 1000 RR at Portimão, Portugal. The ‘Autódromo Internacional do Algarve’ is hosting the third round of the 2020 FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK). In Saturday's race, Tom Sykes (GBR) and Eugene Laverty (IRL) both reached the top ten, finishing in eighth and tenth positions.

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Top five for Wyman on Friday at Pittsburgh International Race Complex as Lewis finds his Ducati feet

Mario Gear August 26, 2020

Kyle Wyman (KATO Fastening/KWR Ducati Team) put in a total of 17 laps over the two Friday practice sessions for the fourth round of the 2020 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship at the Pittsburgh International Race Complex, ending the day fifth overall behind the fastest man and series leader, Cameron Beaubier.

MECUM RETURNS TO KISSIMMEE, FLORIDA, FOR LIVE AUCTION AUG. 27-29

Mario Gear August 19, 2020

With health and safety protocols that exceed national standards and enhanced bidding options available in-person, online and via telephone, Mecum’s Kissimmee Summer Special collector car auction will kick off at the Osceola Heritage Park grounds in Kissimmee, Florida, this Aug. 27-29 featuring an estimated 1,000 vehicles.

PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM ANNOUNCES COMPLETE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AND LIST OF JUDGES AHEAD OF ITS VIRTUAL CAR WEEK

Mario Gear August 1, 2020

The Petersen Automotive Museum announced today its complete schedule of events and list of judges for Petersen Car Week Presented by Michelin, which will take place from August 12-16, 2020. The week-long event will feature over 25 hours of original content.

Viewers can tune in daily to watch original content from manufacturers, enthusiasts, automotive lifestyle events, and auction houses. Videos will be broken apart into hour-long episodes that will premiere on the Petersen’s YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/user/petersenmuseum).

Ducati Team Rider Andrea Dovizioso steps on the podium at the Spanish Grand Prix

Mario Sousa July 20, 2020

Andrea Dovizioso climbed on the third step of the rostrum at Jerez de la Frontera, where the Spanish Grand Prix took place this weekend. In what was a very challenging GP, which put bikes and riders to the test due to the high temperatures, the Ducati Team rider was able to manage well his race strategy.

SUPERLEGGERA V4 001500 DELIVERED AT BORGO PANIGALE

Mario Sousa July 1, 2020

The number 001/500 model of the Ducati Superleggera V4 - the only motorcycle in the world homologated for road use with carbon fiber frame, swingarm, and rims and produced by the Italian motorcycle manufacturer in a limited run of just 500 units – has been officially delivered to its new owner, the Belgian Ducatista Filip Van Schil, who already possesses nine other Ducati bikes.

Ducati starts production of the Superleggera V4

Mario Sousa June 29, 2020

The first Superleggera V4 has come off the Borgo Panigale production line This is #001 of 500 units scheduled in a limited and numbered series; the only motorcycle in the world approved for road use with a frame, swingarm and carbon fiber rims, is finally available. A masterpiece of mechanical engineering, technique, and "made in Italy" design, which sets a new benchmark in terms of performance, style, and attention to detail.

The Barrett-Jackson Online Only July 2020 Auction will include this Shadow Black 2018 Ford GT with alloy racing stripes, which will be the first time in history a 2018 model will be offered at auction. — *The Barrett-Jackson Online Only July 2020 Auction will include this Shadow Black* *2018 Ford GT* *with alloy racing stripes, which will be the first time in history a 2018 model will be offered at auction.*

Barrett-Jackson to Kick Off “Road to 50” With Online Only July 2020

Mario Sousa June 27, 2020

–Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, will kick off its “Road to 50” leading to its January 2021 50th Anniversary with its Online Only July 2020 Auction, which begins Monday, July 6, with a finely curated selection of premium collector vehicles. The Online Only Auction will include a Shadow Black 2018 Ford GT with alloy racing stripes, which will be the first time in history a 2018 model will be offered at auction. Bidding in the collector car and automobilia auctions will open on July 6, ending on July 9 for the 250-plus automobilia items and on July 10 for the collector vehicles.

Petronas Yamaha Sepang Racing Team ready to go racing again

Mario Sousa June 21, 2020

The 2020 MotoGP World Championship will consist of 13 rounds across Europe between July and November, with the potential for four overseas rounds to be contested in November and December. The first of these rounds will see the team travel to Spain for two weekends of racing action at Jerez on 19 and 26 July.

Ducati The New Ventilated Jackets to motorcycle ride during the summer

Mario Sousa June 10, 2020

Summer is just around the corner and Ducati recommends all motorcyclists its new line of ventilated outerwear. All pieces are designed to face journeys during the warmest season, always with great attention to comfort and safety.

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The Third Edition of the Custom Rumble Contest has its winner

Mario Sousa June 3, 2020

The live streaming award ceremony, presented by Scrambler Ducati Ambassador Dominika Genova, was attended by 16,000 users. The jury of experts, composed by the actor Nicholas Hoult, the riders Chaz Davies and Andrea Dovizioso, the founder of BikeShed Dutch Van Someren and the Italian customizer of Officine Rossopuro Filippo Barbacane, chose the winning custom motorcycle by voting among the five finalists.

DUCATI AND MT DISTRIBUTION TOGETHER FOR URBAN MOBILITY

Mario Sousa May 25, 2020

Ducati and MT Distribution, licensee and commercial partner, present a new line of folding e-bikes and electric scooters for urban mobility.

The judges - Davies,Hoult,Van Someren,Barbacane,Dovizioso

The Custom Rumble Contest Final to be Live Streamed on the Scrambler Ducati Facebook Page

Mario Sousa May 22, 2020

The appointment is on Monday, May 25 at 17:00 CEST (11:00 a.m. EDT) on the Scrambler Ducati Facebook page for the live streaming final of Custom Rumble, the competition dedicated to the best custom Scrambler Ducati which has reached its third edition this year.

THE RC51: HONDA’S TWIN TO WIN

Mario Sousa May 11, 2020

Two decades ago Honda, so often kings of the multi-cylinder four-stroke racing world since the stunning arrival of several jewel-like Grand Prix machines in the 1960s, had realized that something truly new was required to stay in the important game of winning WorldSBK championships.

#raceagainstCOVID: Ducati launches a fundraiser to support the Policlinico di S.Orsola Hospital in Bologna

Mario Sousa May 4, 2020

Borgo Panigale (Bologna, Italy), May 4, 2020 - Ducati launches #raceagainstCovid, a fundraiser organized by the Borgo Panigale company in favor of the Policlinico di S.Orsola of Bologna, an excellence of the area as well as one of the largest hospitals in Italy. In this way, Ducati wishes to contribute to the fight against COVID-19, and it does so with the approach that most distinguishes the company - that of great challenges, forming a team, sharing a goal, and looking to the future.

Superb Selection of cars to be offered at Silverstone Auctions Live Online Sale

Mario Sousa May 3, 2020

Silverstone Auctions have a very exciting catalog of cars consigned for their Live Online Sale on the 23rd of May.

January 27, 2021

GMC HUMMER EV Teams Up for Off-Road Extreme E Racing Series

GMC announced today a new multiyear sponsorship with Chip Ganassi Racing for the team’s first electric racing venture in the inaugural Extreme E season in 2021. CGR’s 550-horsepower electric SUV, which features a unique grille, graphics, and bodywork, was inspired by the GMC HUMMER EV, the world’s first all-electric supertruck.

Repeating History by Preserving, Restoring and Sharing Historic and Authentic Race Cars on Track

January 26, 2021

January 25, 2021

2021 Porsche Panamera Turbo S sets production sedan benchmark

Atlanta, Georgia. The new 2021 Porsche Panamera Turbo S has taken its latest step as it demonstrates its capabilities on demanding courses around the world. After achieving a then-record lap at Germany’s Nürburgring Nordschleife before its official unveiling late last year, the Panamera Turbo S traveled to Porsche Cars North America’s home and on to its local track – Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta to set a benchmark lap time of 1 minute and 31.51 seconds. PCNA enlisted professional race car driver Leh Keen to showcase the significantly enhanced driving capabilities of the new Panamera on the 2.54-mile race track in November.

January 24, 2021

New tasks for Bugatti Head of Technical Development

Divo, Centodieci, Chiron Pur Sport, as well as the development of the world record-breaking Chiron Super Sport 300+2 and the technically extreme Bolide2 concept car: the list of sensational hyper sports cars from Bugatti that have been developed under the direction of Stefan Ellrott as Member of Bugatti’s Executive Board and Head of Technical Development is very long indeed. From February, the outstanding engineer will take on new responsibilities as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for Compact Vehicles at the brand Volkswagen Passenger Cars. Until further notice, Gregor Gries, previously Head of Powertrain Development at Bugatti, will take charge of the Technical Development department at Bugatti.

January 23, 2021

McLaren Automotive delivers 1,000th new vehicle in Canada

Luxury supercar maker McLaren Automotive has retailed its 1,000th new vehicle in Canada, less than a decade after the brand first opened its doors in the country in 2012.

The 1,000th unit, an Onyx Black 2020 720S Coupe, neatly mirrors the first McLaren delivered in Canada, a Black 2012 McLaren 12C. Both were delivered from McLaren Toronto, the country’s first McLaren retail point.

January 22, 2021

Goodguys Rod & Custom Association names Kahn Media agency of record

Goodguys Rod & Custom Association, the organizer of America's premier hot rod and custom car events, has announced that Kahn Media will exclusively represent the automotive event producer as its Agency of Record. Kahn Media will use its public relations, social media, and digital marketing expertise to expand consumer awareness of the Goodguys organization and the 19 events it is hosting around the United States in 2021.

January 21, 2021

Volkswagen to end production of Golf for U.S. market

Volkswagen of America announced today that the critically-acclaimed Volkswagen Golf ended production for the U.S. market last week. Volkswagen expects that the model year 2021 Golf models built at the Puebla, Mexico plant will sustain sales of the affordable, European-designed hatchback through year-end. The Golf family name will carry on in the model year 2022 with the introduction of the all-new Mk 8 Golf GTI and Golf R, arriving this Fall.

January 18, 2021

The driving force behind the Flying Spur V8

The new Flying Spur V8 builds on Bentley’s more than 60-year tradition of using cross-plane V8 engines. The V8-powered Flying Spur offers a characterful engine note, greater range between fuel stops, and a reduction in CO2 emissions – while still offering breath-taking performance. This unlikely combination has been achieved by using the latest engineering knowledge and technology.

January 17, 2021

Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport – Delivery to Customers begins

Molsheim/ Greenwich, 15 January 2021. 2021 begins with the world's first delivery of a Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport1 in the USA. Bugatti Greenwich, the official dealer partner of the French luxury brand, recently handed over to its customer the keys to happiness. "Bugatti of Greenwich is honored to have delivered the world’s first Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport to a very valued and loyal client. A long time Bugatti aficionado who now holds the keys to the purest Bugatti ever made," says Evan Cygler, Sales Manager Bugatti Greenwich.

January 16, 2021

Huber pays homage to the Lamborghini Aventador and reveals the ERA

Huber is a bespoke coachbuilder based in the United Arab Emirates with an international audience of supercar owners who seek excellence and world-class quality when it comes to reﬁning their vehicles.

Entitled ‘Era’ to mark ten years of the Lamborghini Aventador, and to pay homage to the end of its production, the team has focused on creating a new kind of aero package that pays homage to the original Aventador DNA. The Huber Era aspires to usher in a new way that automotive design thinks about the aftermarket.