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Watch a Ferrari F1 Driver Set Fastest Lap Record at Laguna Seca- Video
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Lap records are coveted prizes among racers, and holding the record at a famous track like Laguna Seca in California or the Nurburgring in Germany is a large point of pride for drivers and automakers.
Earthquakes in Italy Prompt Ferrari Charity Auction
Earthquakes that have rocked Italy since May 20 claimed at least 16 lives since they started, but Ferrari is trying to help ease the pain by holding a charity auction and directing the proceeds to the victims’ families.
Fiat Won’t Acquire Mazda Stake: Chairman Says
When Mazda and Fiat announced plans to co-develop the next MX-5 Miata and Alpha Romeo Spyder the auto news industry quickly went abuzz with speculation.
Maserati Diesel Might have Artificial Engine Noise
With how popular diesel-powered cars are out in Europe, it’s no surprise that Maserati is working on its own diesel sports car.
Ferrari, Lamborghini Suspend Production Indefinitely After Earthquake
A 5.8-magnitude earthquake hit Northern Italy on Tuesday morning in the province of Modena, which caused Maserati, Lamborghini and Ferrari to suspend production indefinitely.
Ferrari FF Burns to the Ground in Poland
Ferrari has been gaining a name for itself lately for having hot cars, but not in a design sort of way.
Eric Clapton Bespoke Ferrari Officially Unveiled
Eric Clapton loves Ferraris. The guitar playing legend has owned quite a few of the Italian sports cars over the years, and his newest purchase from the company is a completely bespoke model, built to fit Clapton’s specifications.
Fiat-Mazda Relationship Could Grow Beyond Sports Coupe
Following news about Mazda and Fiat working together to build a new Miata and Alfa Romeo coupe, Fiat Chief Executive Sergio Marchionne hinted that the Fiat-Mazda relationship has potential to expand even further.
Ferrari Claims Unofficial Record Lap Time at Laguna Seca
Racing is all about getting the shortest lap time, and following this past weekends Ferrari Challenge North America race at Laguna Seca, the Italian sports car company can now claim the fastest lap around Laguna Seca.
Fiat Abarth 695 Maserati Edition is Absurdly Expensive
When it goes on sale, the Fiat Abarth 695 Maserati Edition won’t be available in the U.S. and that’s a good thing because dealers would have to tack “unsellable” onto its laughably long name.
Abarth 695 Edizione Maserati Confirmed for Production
Back at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, Abarth unveiled its 695 Tributo Maserati, a custom Fiat 500C inspired by fellow Italian automaker, Maserati. The special edition model will now make it to production as the 695 Edizione Maserati.
Ferrari P4/5 Competizione Sets Ferrari Nürburgring Lap Record
When the Ferrari P4/5 Competizione was first revealed to the world decked out in full carbon fiber, there was hardly any doubt in anyone’s minds that James Glickenhaus had a real winner with the bespoke Ferrari.
Ferrari Opens Massive Exhibit in Shanghai to Woo Chinese Buyers
In an effort to help showcase Ferrari products to the huge Chinese market, the Italian automaker has opened up an exhibit in the Shanghai Expo Park.
Ferrari 458 Spyder gets the Mansory Treatment, Monaco Edition Unveiled
Few will find the Ferrari 458 Italia lacking in style, performance or price. But if you’re one of those who think “This car just isn’t extreme enough for me,” European tuning shop Mansory is waiting for your phone call.
Fiat Celebrates Facebook Fans with Giveaway Contest
Fiat is sending out its thanks to its 500,000 Facebook fans via a contest in which you can win a brand new Fiat 500.
Fiat Uses Google Street View to Prank Volkswagen
Google Street View cars roam the world, snapping photos freely to give its users an accurate depiction of the location they’re looking for. As a result, sometimes you may be smiling on candid camera unknowingly when Google passes by. Fiat on the under hand, wanted to smile knowingly to the cameras when the Google Street…
Fiat ‘Boob-Job’ Ad Aimed at Male Demographic
Car advertising is always aimed at a key demographic, and the newest spot from Fiat Argentina reinforces its slew of commercials aimed directly at men.
Chrysler Confirms New Dart Based Liberty, 100 Hatchback
The publication also hinted that new models based on this architecture, dubbed CUSW are already in development testing “including the successor to the Jeep Liberty that will be built at Chrysler’s Toledo (Ohio) North Assembly plant and a Chrysler 100 hatchback.”
Ferrari FXX Evos Make Aural Bliss at Monza – Video
Hearing any Ferrari out on a racetrack is automotive bliss; but seeing and hearing the rare FXX Evoluzione race car out on the track is simply something else.
Ferrari Enzo Hybrid Confirmed For Year’s End by Montezemolo
Coming off a very successful start to the year that already generated a 42.1 million euro profit, Ferrari chairman Luca di Montezemolo is confirming a hybrid Enzo by the end of the year.
Ferrari Dealership Employee Does Donuts on Great Wall: Chinese Government Unimpressed
Ferrari has the Chinese government feeling steamed after one person’s actions at a launch event for it’s year-of-the-dragon edition 458 Italia. Evidently, doing donuts on the Great Wall is uncouth. Who knew?
Fiat 500 Sales Buoyant in Europe
Some 2,600 500s were sold in Britain last month, which is more than half the entire total of Fiats registered during the same period. Year to date sales of the Italian brand are up some 9.5 percent over 2011.
De Tomaso Dead in the Water, no New Pantera Coming
As much as it would have been fantastic to see the mighty De Tomaso Pantera resurrected, it seems the dream that graced our news section last February is falling to shambles.
Ferrari 458, California Recalled for Crankshaft Fix
The Ferrari 458 is being recalled again, but not for catching on fire this time. A small group of Ferrari 458 models, as well as convertible California models have been issued a recall notice by the Italian exotic automaker due to an issue with the engine crankshaft. In total, 206 cars did not receive a…
