Articles tagged
History
Who invented the seat belt? Discover about its history
Created by Cynthia Batista at Monday, 1 June 2026
Today, putting on a seat belt is an automatic habit for most drivers and passengers. However, for much of automotive history, cars were driven with almost no effective safety systems at all.The evolution of the seat belt completely transformed road safety and became one of the inventions that has sa...
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Bertha Benz: the bold journey that proved the car's value
Created by Cynthia Batista at Wednesday, 22 April 2026
When talking about the history of the automobile, Karl Benz is almost always the first name to come up. After all, he was the man who developed what is widely recognised as the first car in history. But there is another figure who was absolutely decisive in this chapter of mobility and who remained...
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Car Brands with Animal Logos
Created by Lucas Luís at Tuesday, 29 July 2025
Throughout the history of the automotive industry, many brands have chosen animals to represent their values and personality. Whether it’s the strength of a lion, the speed of a horse, or the agility of a feline, logos featuring animals are a constant presence in the industry. But what motivated the...
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The Audi that Changed the History of the Four Rings
Created by Lucas Luís at Monday, 7 July 2025
Exactly 60 years ago, in August 1965, the first post-war Audi rolled off the production line in Ingolstadt.The date not only marked the return of the Audi name to the automotive market after a 25-year hiatus, but also represented a technical and economic turning point for Auto Union GmbH, the predec...
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The History of the Ford Escort
Created by Tiago Fernandes at Friday, 14 March 2025
The Ford Escort is one of the most iconic models in the automotive industry, leaving its mark on both roads and motorsport. Launched at the end of the 1960s, the Escort became one of Ford's best-selling models, standing out for its versatility, reliability and, of course, its absolute dominance in r...
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The History of the Toyota Celica
Created by Luís Belo at Thursday, 13 March 2025
The Toyota Celica is one of the Japanese brand's most iconic models, having earned a special place in the automotive world since its debut in 1970. With a sporty design, engines renowned for their reliability and an unrivalled rallying legacy, the Toyota Celica has established itself as one of the m...
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The History of the Fiat Panda
Created by Tiago Fernandes at Wednesday, 5 March 2025
The Fiat Panda is one of the Italian brand's most iconic models, combining practicality, economy and remarkable versatility. Since its launch in 1980, the Panda has been a benchmark among compact city cars, standing out for its robustness and simplicity. Over the decades, it has evolved to adapt to...
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The ‘Gentleman's Agreement’: Japanese limited to 180 km/h and 280 hp?
Created by Tiago Fernandes at Thursday, 27 February 2025
For several decades, Japanese sports cars have been recognised for their performance, but also for two peculiar limitations: a top speed of 180 km/h and a declared power of 280 hp. These restrictions were the result of a ‘Gentlemen's Agreement’ between Japanese car manufacturers, implemented as an a...
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The History of the Toyota Supra
Created by Tiago Fernandes at Thursday, 27 February 2025
The Toyota Supra is one of the most iconic cars in automotive history, especially in the world of JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) culture. From its introduction in the late 1970s to the present day, the Supra has been synonymous with performance, cutting-edge engineering and personalisation potential...
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