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The 2020 Boca Raton Concours was another huge success this year. Building off of last fourteen years, the show has gained momentum and now owns a seat at the table with the top concours in the United States. The Boca Raton Concours is held at the Boca Raton Resort & Club and has evolved into […]

“From the earliest motor carriages to classic family saloons, the world-famous National Motor Museum has one of the finest collections of cars, motorcycles and motoring memorabilia in the world. From legendary F1 cars and land speed record breakers for the speed freaks, to incredible examples of pioneering motoring for the history-buffs.” —Beaulieu Auto Museum During […]

The recent sale of a BMW E30 at the Silverstone UK auction has caused quite a stir in the world of modern classic collectors. This non-M E30 sold for a whopping $65,555 and there is a wide dispersion of opinions over this outcome. In the most recent Sports Car Market we take an in-depth look […]

“Sure, owning an electric car may make you feel good. That you’re doing your bit for the planet, but as it turns out, unless you’re planning to drive one to obsolescence, while using clean power sources, they might not be the best option to ensure Mother Earth’s survival today.”  —Financial Times, January 24th 2020 A recent […]

“I have not fled justice — I have escaped injustice and political persecution. I can now finally communicate freely with the media, and look forward to starting next week….I will no longer be held hostage by a rigged Japanese justice system where guilt is presumed, discrimination is rampant, and basic human rights are denied, in flagrant […]

Each year Hemmings.com publishes a list of predictions for the coming year. This year the list reviews and grades their own 2019 predictions and highlights five new forecasts for 2020. Overall, their observations are reasonable and logical: GM will continue to evolve their push towards electric drive by possibly offering buyers an electric crate motor. […]

As 2019 comes to a close, we are reflecting on the loss of four automotive titans. Lee Iacocca, Ferdinand Piëch, Niki Lauda, and Paul Ingrassia. Lee Iacocca needs no introduction. He brought us the Mustang and saved Chrysler. Ferdinand Piëch was the grandson of Ferdinand Porsche and presided over the revival of Audi and later ran the […]

In the current issue of Sports Car Market, we profile the recent stratospheric sale of a near-perfect BMW 850CSi. These cars are finally emerging as the ultimate Youngtimer BMW collectible—The 850CSi even appears to be surpassing the legendary E30 M3 as the “must have” post-war BMW. While the price paid here was all the money, […]

From Lewis Hamilton to the GM Strike to the release of Ford v Ferrari, the last few weeks have brought a flurry of headlines within the automotive world. We thought a short curated summary with links to major articles would be a great way for Turtle Garage subscribers to start the week and get caught […]

Road & Track recently reported that yet another Cannonball cross country record has been shattered. The leading time of 27 hours and 25 minutes was attained in a modified 2016 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG. With an average speed of 103 miles per hour, drivers Arne Toman, Doug Tabbutt, and Berkeley Chadwick are the new Cannonball champions. […]