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  • Pagani claimed a new record for production supercars using the Pagani Zonda F Clubsport by completing the Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit in 7 minutes 27

    Pagani claimed a new record for production supercars using the Pagani Zonda F Clubsport by completing the Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit in 7 minutes 27

    Tuesday 25th September 2007 Pagani claimed a new record for production supercars using the Pagani Zonda F Clubsport by completing the Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit in 7 minutes 27.82 seconds. This record has since been beaten by other cars, including the Maserati MC12 and the Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR.

    September 25, 2007
  • Horacio Pagani

    Horacio Pagani

    Thursday 10th November 1955 Born on this day, Horacio Pagani, Argentine who founded Pagani Automobili S.p.A., an Italian specialty auto-maker in 1992. The first car he produced was the Zonda which took seven years to complete.

    November 10, 1955
  • The modern era of Formula 1 began with the Grand Prix de Pau (France), which was won by Nello Pagani in a Maserati 4CL

    The modern era of Formula 1 began with the Grand Prix de Pau (France), which was won by Nello Pagani in a Maserati 4CL

    Monday 29th March 1948 The modern era of Formula 1 began with the Grand Prix de Pau (France), which was won by Nello Pagani in a Maserati 4CL. Yves Giraud-Cabantous finished second and Charles Pozzi third.

    March 29, 1948
  • Nello Pagani

    Wednesday 11th October 1911 Born on this day, Nello Pagani, Italian Grand Prix motorcycle road racer and Formula One driver. He was known for his long career, spanning from 1928 to 1955, and for becoming the first 125cc World Champion in the inaugural 1949 campaign

    October 11, 1911
  • Marques

    Find out more about the history of your favourite marques Abarth Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bugatti Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Citroen Dacia Ferrari Fiat Ford Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Kia Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lotus Maserati Mazda Mclaren Mercedes-Benz MG Mini Mitsubishi Morgan Nissan Noble Pagani Peugeot Porsche Radical Renault Rolls-Royce…

    July 27, 2022
  • Motoring Trivia

    From the first record player for automobiles to inventor of the cruise control, get to know more about the world of motoring with this huge collection of fascinating facts.

    July 20, 2022
  • 28-29 March: This Weekend in Motor Sport Historr

    Discover the momentous motor sports events that took place this weekend in history …………  ~28 March~ 1901: Lorraine Barrow set a standing-start one-mile record of 72.6 seconds in a 35 hp Mercedes during the Nice, France, “Week of Speed”. Also at the Nice event, a Daimler driven by S. Knapp won the 82 mile “Tourist…

    March 27, 2020
  • How German Car Brands Have Performed at Their Indigenous Nürburgring

    The Golden Gate Bridge, the Eiffel Tower, and the Leaning Tower of Pisa are just some of the world’s most stunning manufacturing feats. Thousands of hours of hard work were driven into these magnificent constructions, and throughout history the world has been fascinated at those engineering geniuses who have created such masterpieces. There are also…

    November 28, 2019
  • 26 March – 1 April: Motoring Milestone

    Discover the momentous motoring events that have taken place this week in history … 120 years ago this week, the Winton Motor Carriage Company completed its first sale as Robert Allison of Port Carbon, Pennsylvania, US received a one cylinder Winton phaeton [1 April 1898]……90 years ago this week, Tazio Nuvolari driving a Bugatti T35C…

    March 18, 2018
  • An extremely rare £1

    Saturday 21st October 2017 An extremely rare £1.5m supercar was badly damaged after it smashed into a crash barrier in West Sussex. The Pagani Zonda, which has a top speed of more than 200 mph (322 kmph), crashed on the A27 at Tangmere.

    October 21, 2017
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    A vehicle that feels smooth around town can behave very differently at highway speeds. Shaking through the steering wheel, floor, seat, or entire body may only become noticeable once the vehicle reaches a certain speed range. These vibrations can come from tires, wheels, suspension parts, drivetrain components, or other mechanical issues that are hard to…

    August 31, 2026
  • How Can Steering Noise During Low-Speed Parking Maneuvers Be Diagnosed and Repaired in Lawndale?

    Steering noises that appear during slow parking maneuvers can be easy to dismiss because the vehicle may drive quietly once road speed increases. Yet groaning, clicking, squeaking, popping, or rubbing sounds during tight turns often reveal components working under heavier steering loads. Parking situations require larger steering angles while the tires move slowly against the…

    August 31, 2026
  • How Do an Auto Repair Shop and a Mechanic in Porter, Texas Help Diagnose Intermittent Loss of Engine Power?

    Intermittent engine power loss can be frustrating because a vehicle may drive normally for several miles before suddenly hesitating, struggling to accelerate, or feeling unusually weak. The problem may disappear after you restart the engine, making it hard to reproduce during a quick inspection. Fuel delivery, ignition, airflow, sensors, exhaust restrictions, and electrical connections can…

    August 31, 2026

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