Alfa Romeo Visconti
Giugiaro’s vision for an Alfa Romeo sports flagship “An Alfa Romeo flagship that moves beyond the conventional”. That’s how Giorgetto Giugiaro photographs the Alfa…
The Ferrari GG50 by Giorgetto Giugiaro: A personal celebration
In the realm of automotive design, milestones are often marked by extraordinary creations that transcend the boundaries of tradition. The Ferrari GG50, conceived by the visionary Giorgetto Giugiaro to celebrate 50 years in the world of car design, stands as a testament to innovation while paying homage to the iconic Ferrari tradition. This article delves into the philosophy, exterior design, and unique features of this extraordinary vehicle.
The Chrysler Norseman
The Chrysler Norseman, a concept car born in 1956 and never appeared in any car show; the unfortunate prototype we will talk about in…
The Alfa Romeo Bella concept car by Bertone
The Alfa Romeo Bella, a captivating prototype born out of the passion for historic Italian brands, stands as a testament to the creativity and innovation of the automotive world. Crafted by Luciano D’Ambrosio during his tenure as the design director at Bertone from 1991 to 2000, the Bella aimed to revive the allure of Alfa Romeo in the late ’90s. This 2 + 2 coupé, based on the Alfa Romeo 166, showcased unique design elements, pushing the boundaries of traditional Alfa Romeo aesthetics.
Maserati 5000 GT
At the end of the 1957 sports season, the organizers of the World Sportscar Championship (FIA), also in the wake of the general consternation…
The Chrysler K-300 Special by Ghia
The tale of the Chrysler K-300 Special Ghia unfolds against the backdrop of the mid-20th century, bringing together the creative genius of Virgil Exner,…
The Alfa Romeo Soffio di Satana: Satan’s Breath
“Soffio di Satana” is the moniker coined by Eng. Anderloni, the founder of Carrozzeria Touring Superleggera, for a model of the Alfa Romeo 6C 2300 Turismo. Anderloni meticulously designed and crafted this model with a distinctive, aerodynamic, and exquisitely elegant style. During that era, it was a trend to assign demonic names to exceptionally beautiful, aggressive, and captivating cars, evoking the allure of speed and the mythical notion of the demon.
Unleashing the Alfa Romeo Dardo: Pininfarina’s Visionary Marvel
With a legacy deeply intertwined with iconic brands and groundbreaking creations, Pininfarina once again showcased their passion for the automobile with the Alfa Romeo Dardo. Unveiled at the “67° Salone Internazionale dell’Automobile di Torino 3a Rassegna Mondiale dello Stile,” the Dardo emerged as a striking spider based on the mechanical prowess of the Alfa Romeo 156, embodying a synthesis of sportiness, imagination, technology, and performance.
Tom Tjaarda’s last creation: The Fiat 124 Targa
Presented at the “Super Car Parade 2019” at Parco del Valentino, exhibited at Circolo del Design di Torino, the one-off “124 Tjaarda Targa“, by…
The Alpine OSI CRV
During the 1950s, Marbon-Chemical in the United States pioneered the development of ABS plastic (acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene). This particular plastic, known by the trade name Cycolac,…
The Alfa Romeo 412 Spider Vignale
The Alfa Romeo 412 Spider Vignale was a racing car built in 1939 with a Touring body then changed in 1951 by Vignale who…