When the Lotus Esprit was unveiled in 1976, it made a statement. Flat, angular, radically proportioned – a mid-engine sports car designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro and built according to Colin Chapman’s principles Continue reading Lotus Esprit S4s (1995) – The mature stage of development of a radical idea
When Citroën unveiled the CX in 1974, expectations were sky high. For almost two decades, the DS had defined what technical avant-garde could look like in the mid-range and luxury classes. Continue reading Citroën CX 25 GTI (1985) – Hydropneumatic avant-garde in the fast lane
When the Alvis TE 21 was unveiled in autumn 1963, the British automotive world was in a state of upheaval. Jaguar was establishing itself as a sporting icon with the E-Type, Aston Martin was combining racing and grand touring, and Rolls-Royce was cultivating aristocratic aloofness. Continue reading Alvis TE 21 DHC (1966) – British engineering culture at the end of an era
When Ferrari presented the 328 in 1985, it was not a new development, but rather the logical evolution of the 308 Quattrovalvole. An increase in displacement, detailed improvements and visual retouches made the 308 the most technically advanced version of this series, which had been in production since 1975. Continue reading Ferrari 328 GTS (1987) – The last stage of the evolution
Classic Trader is holding an online auction featuring 201 vehicles from the former Villach Vehicle Museum. Thirty-five cars and 166 motorcycles, mopeds and scooters of the Villach Collection will be auctioned without a reserve price. Continue reading Classic Trader auctions more than 200 vehicles from the Villach Collection with no reserve price
A frosty morning, fresh powder snow, perfectly groomed slopes. The FAT Ice Race 2026 delivered exactly the scenario that makes this place so special. In Zell am See, an alpine postcard backdrop meets motorsport in its rawest form – sideways, loud and surprisingly accessible. Continue reading FAT Ice Race 2026 – Between tradition and high-speed madness on ice
The name Rekord has been used for eight generations of Opel’s upper mid-range models. Each generation reflects developments, customer tastes and the influence of parent company General Motors. Continue reading Opel Rekord Caravan – A station wagon on the way forward
While most German classic car enthusiasts tend to drive their mobile antiques only in sunny weather and very gently, many in the scene in the United Kingdom and its British car culture see things quite differently. Continue reading Goodwood Revival and LeJog – British Car Culture at its best
The Vespa from Piaggio is the epitome of a scooter. There are numerous alternatives, niche products and serious competitors. Lambretta and Schwalbe are two such models that have no reason to fear the Vespa. Continue reading Scooter heaven – Vespa, Lambretta and Schwalbe
In the mid-1970s, the race for more power, speed and sophistication was still in full swing in the motorcycling world. Six-cylinder engines were just around the corner, as was the breaking of the 100 hp barrier. But one motorcycle was set to turn the trend on its head… The Yamaha XT 500 took a ‘back to nature’ approach and won the hearts of fans. Continue reading Yamaha XT 500 – Bucking the trend with a single cylinder
