Mercedes-Benz W 196 R: towards a record sale of over €50,000,000
Driven by Juan Manuel Fangio and Stirling Moss, the first Mercedes-Benz W 196 R Stromlinienwagen (Streamliner - streamlined body) will be auctioned by RM Sotheby's on February 1st in Stuttgart. The W 196 R with chassis number 00009/54 is estimated at over 50,000,000 €. In a few days, during the auction organized by RM…
KITT: we found a Pontiac Firebird Trans Am from the Knight Rider TV series
K.I.T.T, or KITT, for Knight Industries Two Thousand, the iconic car from the TV series Knight Rider, is much more than just a vehicle. It embodies the perfect alliance between high technology and man, represented by the famous vigilante played by David Hasselhoff. Here is the fascinating story behind this car that…
Renault 5 Turbo 2: estimated at €100,000, a 1984 model is for sale
On the sidelines of the Rétromobile 2025 show, which will host the official Artcurial Motorcars auction, RM Sotheby's will organize another exceptional event at the Louvre Museum. Among the 136 lots in this RM Sotheby's auction, there is a 1984 Renault 5 Turbo 2 estimated between €80,000 and €100,000. While Renault…
Rétromobile: a must-see event from February 5 to 9 in Paris
t's the early-year event that all car enthusiasts in Europe eagerly await. In Paris, in a few days, from February 5 to 9, 2025, the Rétromobile show will be a must-see. This year, several anniversaries will be celebrated at Rétromobile, with many car manufacturers present. This is why the Rétromobile 2025 poster…
Urbex: revisiting the unique Renault 5 Turbo 6 wheels “gone to hell”
The dream car of the late Christian de Léotard became a reality, only to go up in flames in 2002 in a fire of suspicious origin. Thus, the unique Renault 5 Turbo with six wheels and two engines has since become an "automotive legend" to be remembered in respect for its creator, who passed away 11 years ago.…
Electric cars: “40% more expensive by 2030,” says Luca de Meo
As he steps down from the alternating presidency of the ACEA (European Automobile Manufacturers' Association), Luca de Meo (CEO Renault Group - CEO Ampere) foresees a very dark future for the European automotive market related to electric cars. In an interview with the Dutch media De Tijd, Luca de Meo explains why the…
Alpine Cars: the brand founded by Jean Rédélé celebrates its 70th anniversary this year
Each year brings anniversaries for car manufacturers and so-called "historic" models. This year, 2025, will be marked by the 70th anniversary of the Dieppe-based brand founded in 1955 by Jean Rédélé. Since 1973, Alpine has been part of the Renault Group. In 2025, numerous events will be organized to celebrate the 70th…
Electric cars in Europe: a decade of transition and turbulence
On this January 1, 2025, let’s start by wishing everyone an excellent year 2025. You are probably aware that from January 1, 2035, in Europe, the sales of new gasoline, or other vehicles, thermal and hybrid, will be banned. In 10 years, an enormous change is expected to occur for the automotive market as well as for…
Tour Auto: from Paris to Nice in 2025 for the “rolling automobile museum”
Paris, Dijon, Mulhouse, Clermont-Ferrand, Villeneuve lez Avignon, and Nice are the cities that will host the 34th edition of the historic Tour Auto 2025 rally. The traditional alternation between the west and east of France is respected, as in 2024, the finish of Tour Auto was in Biarritz. On April 6 and 7 in Paris,…
Lamborghini Miura: “disfigured” by the tuner Liberty Walk
More than others, certain cars have left a mark on the history of the automobile. This is the case with the Lamborghini Miura, produced between 1966 and 1973. Since then, the Miura has been considered one of the most beautiful coupes in the world. The Miura also features a V12 engine mounted in a central transverse…