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Through these engaging and informative stories, we take readers on a journey through the rich and varied history of motoring. Whether we're celebrating the 50th anniversary of a beloved sports car or exploring the latest innovations in automotive technology, our stories provide a window into the passion and dedication that drives our work at Automobilist.

The Making of an F1 Dynasty
Formula 1

The Making of an F1 Dynasty

Sports dynasties aren’t born; they’re forged. To win consistently requires an alchemy of talent, resources, and commitment that only the greatest teams possess. Whenever a dynasty is crowned, in an...

24h Le MansFord v Ferrari: Reliving Le Mans 1966

Ford v Ferrari: Reliving Le Mans 1966

It is one of the most riveting stories in motorsport’s history – “The 24-hour war” of Le Mans 1966. After three years of testing and development, on June 19, 1966, Ford Motor Company became the fir...

AutomobilistMore than Snow-Play: The Story Behind the Trans Antarctic Expedition

More than Snow-Play: The Story Behind the Trans Antarctic Expedition

Prior to the 1955-58 Commonwealth Trans Antarctic Expedition (CTAE), no other expedition had ever successfully crossed the Antarctic continent via the South Pole. Read about the difficulties that e...

AutomobilistHow We Made the Trans Antarctic Expedition Design Poster

How We Made the Trans Antarctic Expedition Design Poster

With the holiday season approaching, Automobilist wanted to create an artwork that stood apart from the rest of our product line but remained true to our mission of commemorating the iconic stories...

24h Le MansWhen the Underdogs became Champions - How the McLaren F1 GTR won the ‘95 Le Mans

When the Underdogs became Champions - How the McLaren F1 GTR won the ‘95 Le Mans

Before the McLaren GTR shook the 1995 Le Mans, no other team had ever captured four of the top five places on a debut appearance. Read how “the ultimate road car” was turned into a race car that sh...

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Formula 1Sir Jackie Stewart in Monza 1969 - The Scot's Italian Job

Sir Jackie Stewart in Monza 1969 - The Scot's Italian Job

On September 7, 1969, 50 years ago today, Sir Jackie Stewart clinched his first drivers' World Championship title at Monza with three races of the season remaining. Fighting for the coveted first-p...

Moto GPMick Doohan - A Champion That Almost Wasn't

Mick Doohan - A Champion That Almost Wasn't

Before he won his first 500CC World Championship in 1994, followed by a consecutive four more, the legendary Australian MotoGP rider Mick Doohan came pretty close to not winning any at all. At one ...

Formula 1Sir Jackie Stewart at the Nürburgring - Through Hell and Back

Sir Jackie Stewart at the Nürburgring - Through Hell and Back

August 4, 1968, Nürburgring, Germany: torrential downpour all weekend long makes an already difficult track nearly impossible to navigate; as extreme fog, mist, and wet conditions continue. As the ...

Story: One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind

Story: One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind

"That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." - Neil Armstrong. First spoken over 50 years ago, these are the words that forever altered the course of human history. On July 16, 1969...

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