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Bizzarrini 5300 GT Strada put through its paces at Millbrook Proving Ground

on 17th June 2021

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Bizzarrini, the fabled Italian motorsport marque that was relaunched in 2020, has made its British debut at Millbrook Proving Ground with a stunning Bizzarrini 5300 GT Strada. The rare sports car was put through its paces on the famous Bedfordshire test track as the manufacturer ramps up production of its Revival Series cars. The Italian firm was founded in 1964 by legendary engineer, Giotto Bizzarrini, who was responsible for some…

Alfa Romeo set for 39th historic run of the “1000 Miglia”

on 16th June 2021

The 39th re-enactment of the “Freccia Rossa” or the “Red Arrow”, famously named by Enzo Ferrari as the “most beautiful race in the world”, gets underway in Brescia today the 16th June. This year’s 1000 Miglia will see 400 priceless vintage and classic cars taking part, with as many as 121 wearing the badges of Alfa Romeo, Fiat and Lancia. The part race and part adventure, the highlight of the…

GTO Engineering reveals new Squalo interior sketches

on 16th June 2021

GTO Engineering has revealed the first sketches of its bespoke interior for the all-new Squalo V12 sports car. Celebrating the best of Italian automotive design with bespoke craftsmanship and handmade details, the Squalo will blend timeless luxury with modern functionality and cutting-edge, engineering driven thinking. One of the most important parts of the Squalo is its cabin. The interior is the culmination of months of preparation, which is being combined…

Countdown to Lombard Rally Festival Newcastle

on 16th June 2021

The countdown has begun for the Lombard Rally Festival Newcastle, which is taking place on the 3rd July. The latest addition to the Lombard Rally schedule will see a fantastic array of historic rally cars descend on Brunton Airfield, which is located an hours drive north of Newcastle. First announced in February, Lombard Rally Festival Newcastle heads to the north east coast of England for the first round of the…

Bensport unveils Bentley inspired electric La Sarthe E concept

on 15th June 2021

Bensport, the producer of some the world’s most exquisite coach-built Bentleys, has unveiled its all-electric La Sarthe E concept. The striking design will be the marque’s first zero emissions creation, which will be available to pre-order from 25 June, when Bensport attends the London Classic Car Show. The R-Type is one of the most beautiful fastback sports saloons ever created by Bentley and it was noted for its graceful styling,…

Simply Ford returns to Beaulieu this July

on 15th June 2021

One of Beaulieu’s biggest and most popular rallies, Simply Ford, will be returning to the Beaulieu on Sunday 18th July. A superb line-up of Fords of all varieties and from all eras is expected to gather, on what promises to be a huge day out for petrolheads. Going from strength to strength since its launch over a decade ago, Simply Ford has become one of Beaulieu’s calendar highlights for thousands…

London Concours spectacular three day event a huge success

on 11th June 2021

The London Concours returned in style to the grounds of the Honorable Artillery Company Headquarters in central London. The spectacular event, which took place from Tuesday 8th – Thursday 10th June, saw the addition of a new third day to the schedule. It was a huge success with over 7,500 guests attending the sell out concours and Take to the Road attended on the final “Super Car”, to soak up…

Goodwood Revival 2021 Race Schedule announced

on 10th June 2021

Goodwood has announced its race schedule for the highly anticipated 2021 Revival, which will take place from 17-19 September. With just four more months to wait, fans can look forward to the restarting of motorsport and a gripping weekend of historic racing action. Take to the Road takes a look at the upcoming race schedule, which promises a glittering grid of historic motors. 2020 was a difficult year for all…

100 of the worlds finest classics to star at Auto Royale

on 9th June 2021

Update 21st June 2021 – The organisers of Auto Royale have unfortunately postponed the show indefinitely following the delay of the lifting of lockdown restrictions. Auto Royale, the UK’s newest Concours d’Elegance event is set to debut at Waddesdon Manor from 16 – 18 July. 100 of the world’s finest and significant classics will grace the lawns of stunning 19th century manor house for the first time since 2004. Seventeen…

One off Abarth 1000 SP evocation unveiled

on 9th June 2021

The Abarth 1000 SP is a name that to this day still excites fans of the Scorpion brand. Abarth are of course well known for their efforts producing some of the wildest and fastest Fiat’s ever. Less known however was the firms collaborations with Alfa Romeo, one of which produced the stunning Abarth 1000 SP. In the latter half of the 1950s, Alfa Romeo and Abarth worked in together to…