Tag Archive for: Historia

Volvo 480 ES: A classic model that marked a before and an after.

The Volvo 480 ES, premiered at the 1986 Geneva Motor Show, marked a before and after in the history of the automotive industry. It was more than a debut for Volvo: this model became the first front-wheel drive car with a transverse engine produced…
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BMW E34 and Claus Luthe: Between design genius and family tragedy

Claus Johannes Luthe (8 December 1932 - 17 March 2008) was a leading German automotive designer, renowned for his work on iconic models such as the NSU Ro 80, Volkswagen K70 and numerous Audi and BMW vehicles. Luthe distinguished himself as…

What does Rafale mean? The meaning of the name of the new Renault Rafale in Renault History

Renault recently announced the name of its future luxury coupé SUV, the Rafale. To define this model and its universally impressive presence and bold design, a distinctive and exciting name with a sense of audacity was required. But what is…

Discover the complete list of Toyota vehicles: from classics to the most advanced

Toyota is world-renowned for its extensive list of vehicles, ranging from classic models to the most modern and technologically advanced. Among them is the iconic Toyota Corolla, the best-selling car of all time. Another standout is the Toyota…

BMW company history in brief

ORIGIN AND HISTORY OF BMW You can see the full version of this text in BMW History. 1910s: Founding of BMW in 1916 as Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW) after the departure of founder Karl Friedrich Rapp. Production of BMW IIIa aircraft…

Volvo Classic Cars List: the history of the brand and its iconic models

One of the world's most iconic automotive brands, Volvo's history dates back to its humble beginnings in Gothenburg, Sweden in 1927. Founded as a subsidiary of Svenska Kullagerfabriken (SKF), Volvo was conceived with a unique vision of creating…
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Questions and answers about the BMW E21

Foto ©BMW Group What is the BMW E21 and when was it launched? The BMW E21, also known as the BMW 3 Series, is a D-segment passenger car that was designed by BMW to replace the 2002 series models. It was launched in 1975. Who designed…
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The BMW 326: a classic jewel full of style and charisma

Photo: ©BMW Group Imagine travelling back in time to the era when automobiles were masterpieces of elegance and sophistication. That's where the magnificent BMW 326 comes in, a mid-size sedan that made history between 1936 and 1941. But…
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Thrust SSC, the 110,000 hp, Mach 1 speed car

The world of speed records has always fascinated car enthusiasts, and one of the most prominent milestones in this field is the world land speed record. Among the many vehicles that have made their mark on history, one stands out above all…
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The BMW E23: A Luxury Classic in BMW History

The BMW E23 is a platform that laid the foundation for the first BMW 7 Series, an iconic automobile produced by the German manufacturer BMW. Produced from 1977 to 1987, the E23 left an indelible mark on luxury car history and was succeeded…