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Auto e Moto d’Epoca Bologna 2023 best of

Fiat 1100 A Cabriolet Balbo

A small cabriolet based on the Fiat 1100 A chassis built by Balbo and unveiled at the 1948 Turin Auto Salon.

Fiat 600 Berlinetta Monterosa

Unveiled at the 1956 Turin Auto Salon, this small coupé was designed by Michelotti and built by the Monterosa Coachbuilder.

Fiat 1100 E Giardinetta Viotti

A rare Giardinetta based on the Fiat 1100 E chassis built by Viotti.

Abarth 1600 Spider Allemano

The Abarth 1600 Spider Allemano was one of the first production spider made by the brand of the scorpion. It was designed by Giovanni Michelotti.

Fiat 500 Elegance Savio

The Fiat 500 Elegance, a Spiaggina designed for Savio which was the latest proposal by Mario Boano before going to manage the Fiat Styling Department. It was exhibited at the 1965 Turin Motor Show.

Touring Arese RH95

The Touring Arese RH95 Grigio Artico, the special version of the modern “fuoriserie” made by the milan coachbuilder.

Maserati Bellagio

The Maserati Bellagio Fastback, the wagon version of the Quattroporte built in only 4 speciments by Touring Superleggera.

Fiat 1100 Stella Alpina

The Fiat 1100 Stella Alpina by Carrozzeria Monviso, the flagship model of the small turin coachbuilder which was bought in the later days by Ghia.

Fiat 1100 TV Coupé Monterosa

The second Monterosa model on this list. The Fiat 1100 TV Coupé of the small turin coachbuilder is not the most elegant proposal built on the most powerful 1100 chassis.

Fiat 1500 Coupé Vignale

This Fiat 1500 Coupé was one of the last creation from Michelotti for Alfredo Vignale.

Stanguellini 1100 Berlinetta Speciale

The Stanguellini 1100 Berlinetta was born after a meeting between Nuccio Bertone and Vittorio Stanguellini. It was based on the Fiat 1100 mechanics.

Ford Mustang Zagato

The Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Zagato, a real gem and it was surprising to see it at the Finarte stand. A one-off elaborata version made by the milan coachbuilder.

Fiat 1100 Giardinetta Sleeping

The Fiat 1100 Sleeping is basically the italian, small equivalent of the american Chevrolet Nomad, as a two door station wagon made by Viotti.

Abarth 750 Coupé Viotti

The Abarth 750 Coupé Viotti designed by Giovanni Michelotti based on the Fiat 600 chassis.

Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale

Alfa Romeo’s newest hypercar: the 33 Stradale built by Touring Superleggera in 33 speciments.

Lancia Aurelia B50 Lusso

The rare Lancia Aurelia B50 Lusso built by Pininfarina.

Fiat 1100E Coupé Vignale

This Fiat 1100 Coupé Vignale, designed by Michelotti was built in very few speciments and was unveiled at the 1953 Turin Motor Show.

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Andreas

Italian classic car enthusiast with German roots. Renowned as a respected figure in the classic car community, he serves as a jury member at various international concours d'elegance, including the Classic Gala Schwetzingen and Mantova. As a content creator, Andreas passionately shares his profound knowledge and appreciation for vintage automobiles. His heart beats for cars designed by Giovanni Michelotti, showcasing his discerning taste and dedication to preserving the timeless elegance of automotive history.

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Aspark SP600

In a landmark achievement, the Aspark SP600, a production intent prototype hypercar, has become the world’s fastest electric hypercar, clocking a remarkable top speed of 438.7kph. This record-breaking feat was realized through the dedicated efforts of Manifattura Automobili Torino (M.A.T.) in collaboration with tire specialist Bridgestone and driven by professional racer Marc Basseng.

A Vision Realized

The Aspark SP600’s journey to this historic moment began with the vision of Aspark CEO Masanori Yoshida, whose company had previously set benchmarks with the Aspark Owl, renowned as the fastest accelerating electric hypercar. For this new project, Aspark once again partnered with M.A.T., entrusting them with the development and manufacturing of a hypercar capable of shattering the world top speed record for electric vehicles.

Collaboration and Innovation

To achieve this extraordinary speed, M.A.T. sought the expertise of Bridgestone to develop a custom-engineered tire. Bridgestone rose to the challenge with bespoke Potenza Race tires designed specifically for the SP600, ensuring they could handle speeds exceeding 420kph while managing the vehicle’s weight and driving dynamics.

The SP600 underwent rigorous testing at M.A.T.’s headquarters in Torino, Italy. This included extensive virtual and physical evaluations, wind tunnel validation, and numerous track testing sessions. M.A.T. meticulously handled the vehicle’s complete development, from powertrain and software integration to suspension and chassis design, as well as software calibration and the bespoke battery’s design and production.

Record-Breaking Achievement

On June 8th, during the second attempt of the day at Automotive Testing Papenburg, Marc Basseng flawlessly piloted the Aspark SP600 to its record-breaking speed of 438.7kph. This achievement was precisely measured using the certified Racelogic V-Box, a high-precision GPS-based device provided by the ATP proving ground.

The event was attended and supported by numerous marketing and premium partners, including the Supercar Owner Circle, who backed the attempt from its inception. Key executives from Aspark, M.A.T., and Bridgestone were present to witness this monumental accomplishment.

Statements from Key Figures

Masanori Yoshida, Aspark CEO: “It has been about 10 years since we started making the OWL Hypercar. We aimed for the world’s Fastest Acceleration car, and then attempted and achieved the top speed world record today. This technical capability inspires all involved to personal excellence and to challenge and grow in leaps and bounds into the future.”

Steven De Bock, Bridgestone VP EMEA Sales and Original Equipment:
“It was a big excitement on this first attempt for the record, which we immediately saw the potential of the cooperation between the car and tires. The whole team at Bridgestone worked extremely hard to deliver this project in such a short period, another testimonial of our technical capabilities and how we cooperate with our partners.”

Paolo Garella, M.A.T. CEO and Founder:
“This record represents a milestone in the continued growth of M.A.T., a company that today represents the best of the Italian tradition in the automotive industry. In 10 years, we have developed more than 11 full vehicle projects and we have demonstrated that with the right resources we are second to none. I am very proud of my team and also extremely happy to reach this milestone in the anniversary of the 10 years of foundation of M.A.T. A special thank you to Aspark’s CEO Mr. Masanori Yoshida for his vision, support, and trust in M.A.T., and to the Bridgestone team for taking on the challenge and supporting with their most advanced technology this record attempt.”

Exclusive Interview with Riccardo Garella

In an exclusive interview, Riccardo Garella, Sales and Marketing Manager at M.A.T., provided insights into the development process of the Aspark Owl. Watch the full interview on our YouTube channel here.

This historic achievement not only sets a new benchmark in the electric hypercar segment but also underscores the capabilities and potential of electric vehicles in pushing the boundaries of speed and performance.

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