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Dominic Dobson, the founder of Dobson Stuttgart and former Le Mans 24 hour participant is thrilled to announce his participation in the LeMans Classic this coming June in the same Porsche 962 that he raced there in 1989 along with co-drivers, Jean Alesi and the late Will Hoy. This glorious car is was purchased by…

There is something quite special about the Lancia brand.  It has such a storied history of beautifully sinuous cars with luxurious elegance.  A brand seen so regularly in cinematic history, from the 1930s to 1960s, the American automotive audience might not be appreciative of the brand’s contribution to automotive excellence. This year we will be…

Magnificent Drive of Monterey July 15, 2023 The Monthly Drive for 2023 will be on  July 15, 2023.  This will start with coffee, be a wonderful 1½ to 2 hour drive, and end at a great winery for tastings and a delicious lunch hosted by Solare Holdings. The route is coordinated by the Northern California Region of…

It was only ten short years ago that we were celebrating the pride of Sant’Agata.  Now it is 2023 and Lamborghini SpA has accomplished in 60 years what most brands never accomplish, and is building something special to outlast all of us.  In the face of dramatic changes in the industry, we should applaud how…

Icons of the automotive industry interviewed Followed by scenic drive and winery tastings & lunch Returning to the Concorso experience, on Wednesday August 16 is the famed Connect2Cars hosted by Nicholas Bergeron and Wade Kawasaki in a morning show format interviewing icons of the automotive industry at the Bayonet clubhouse. This unique opportunity provides attendees unprecedented access…

We recently celebrated the Maserati Bora.  Why stop there.  The Bora’s close cousin, the Merak, is certainly worthy of celebration so this year it is happening. Further, given that we are also celebrating the Citroen SM, it should follow that the time is right to celebrate the Merak because it has elements of Citroen hydropneumatics…

Join our Celebration There is something quite special about the Lancia brand.  It has such a storied history of beautifully sinuous cars with luxurious elegance.  A brand seen so regularly in cinematic history, from the 1930s to 1960s, the American automotive audience might not be appreciative of the brand’s contribution to automotive excellence. This year…

Join Tour guides Frank Mandarano and “Enzo” author Luca Dal Monte – two legendary personalities – for possibly the best adventures you will ever experience! Sunday September 3 through Thursday September 14, 2023 Find more info here  

In 1963, fifty years ago, at the Turin Motor Show Maserati introduced a prototype of a four-door full-size luxury sports sedan called the Quattroporte. Setting the automotive world on its ear with such a large car also being incredibly sporty, the Quattroporte is still with us, having gone through six generations of designs. Over the…

Automotive history is replete with new manufacturers, fading manufacturers, joint ventures, sales of brands, acquisition of brands, and even blending of brands.  This short story is about a blending of two venerable brands.  It was short-lived, but it was wonderful. All automotive enthusiasts are familiar with the French manufacturer named Citroën. We have not had…