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PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (August 18, 2024) — The 74th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance has made history by awarding its prestigious Best of Show trophy to a preservation car for the first time ever. The 1934 Bugatti Type 59 Sports, presented by Fritz Burkard of The Pearl Collection in Zug, Switzerland, took home the top honor, igniting a conversation about the evolution of the event’s judging criteria.
The automotive world is in mourning following the tragic loss of the 1979 Ford Ghia Probe I Prototype, which was involved in a highway accident late Sunday. The vehicle, part of the prestigious Scott Grundfor Company collection, was en route home after its recent appearance at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance when the accident occurred.
Garavini, a renowned name in Italian automotive craftsmanship, has breathed new life into the iconic Fiat Topolino, transforming it into a modern “spiaggina” that celebrates La Dolce Vita in contemporary style. This release underscores the brand’s dedication to craftsmanship, elegance, and timeless freedom, offering a reinterpretation of the classic car that blends tradition with modernity.
Touring Superleggera has announced the launch of the Veloce12, an exclusive, meticulously handcrafted Grand Tourer that marries the classic elegance of Italian coachbuilding with cutting-edge engineering. Inspired by the Ferrari 550 Maranello, the Veloce12 is a modern marvel that harks back to Touring’s storied past while pushing the boundaries of contemporary automotive design.
Automobili Pininfarina has unveiled its latest marvel, the Battista Targamerica, a groundbreaking coach-built electric hypercar that marks the world’s first of its kind to be delivered to a client. This unique one-off vehicle made its debut at The Quail, A Motorsport Gathering, during the prestigious Monterey Car Week, where its exclusive design was showcased to a captivated audience of automotive enthusiasts.
Touring Superleggera is set to participate in two of the year’s most prestigious automotive events, where the brand will unveil its latest vehicle, marking a new chapter in its storied history.
After a 40-year hiatus, the Honda HP-X, a groundbreaking concept car from 1984, will make a stunning return to the spotlight at the upcoming Monterey Car Week. This iconic vehicle, originally designed by Pininfarina and a precursor to the legendary NSX, will be showcased at the 73rd Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Fans can look forward to seeing the radical, wedge-shaped HP-X, which has been meticulously restored, demonstrating its forward-thinking design and technological innovations.
The Bertone GB110 represents a bold new chapter in automotive excellence, unveiled with much fanfare at the Top Marques Monaco event. As Bertone’s first foray into the hypercar realm, the GB110 combines cutting-edge technology with unparalleled craftsmanship. Limited to just 33 units, each GB110 is a testament to the brand’s commitment to exclusivity and personalization. The vehicle’s sleek, aerodynamic design is complemented by a state-of-the-art twin-turbocharged 5.2L V10 engine, delivering a staggering 1,124 horsepower. This groundbreaking hypercar also boasts an innovative approach to sustainability, utilizing fuel derived from plastic waste. With its fusion of performance, elegance, and environmental consciousness, the GB110 marks a triumphant return for Bertone, celebrating over a century of automotive heritage while pushing the boundaries of modern engineering.
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.
Ready to grace the Italian beaches, the latest version of the Fiat Topolino has become even more distinctive and luxurious. Introducing a new Giardinetta version, this iconic vehicle is making waves.
Bertone has once again outdone itself with the new eco-friendly hypercar, the GB110. What’s special about it? The fuel is obtained by transforming plastic waste.
The stunning backdrop of Villa d’Este hosted another extraordinary edition of the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, where historic cars and concept vehicles enchanted the audience and judges alike. This year, the “Best of Show” title was awarded to a 1932 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 bodied by Figoni, while the public bestowed the “Coppa d’Oro Villa d’Este” upon a 1995 McLaren F1.
