Classic Car News
International exhibitors, exclusive vehicles and special shows at Retro Classics Essen 2026
Events
The first Retro Classics Essen will bring the international classic car scene to Messe Essen from April 8 to 12, 2026. As an important meeting place for collectors, dealers and enthusiasts, the event combines automotive tradition, top-class trade and exceptional special shows under one roof.
AF Technology AG/R-Universe takes over Goodtimer and expands classic/youngtimer business
Car Culture
As of April 1, 2026, the classic and modern classic car specialist "Goodtimer" will be taken over by AF Technolog AG. Goodtimer's expertise and know-how will be integrated into the R-Classics division of R-Universe and will be further expanded ...
Bonhams Cars appoints Julie David as Global Managing Director
Car Culture
Bonhams|Cars has appointed Julie David as Global Managing Director, replacing Whitney Maxwell who has stepped down from the role but will continue to work within the business until May.
Enter Technikwelt in Derendingen - When technology comes to life
Events, Car Culture
The Enter Technikwelt in Derendingen brings together over 30,000 exhibits of analog and digital technology on more than 10,000 m². Visitors discover interactive themed worlds, including a journey through the history of technology and a collection of legendary movie cars such as the Batmobile or K.I.T.T. The offer is complemented by numerous trade fairs, theme days, dance events, flea markets and regular vehicle meetings relating to classic cars, modern classics and new vehicles.
RM Sotheby's auctions young Ferraris, racing cars and super classics in Monaco
Auctions
On the occasion of the 15th Grand Prix de Monaco Historique from April 24 to 26, 2026, RM Sotheby's is also preparing an auction on April 25, 2026 with 59 vehicles at the Grimaldi Forum. The total value of the vehicles is over EUR 97 million, so an impressive average of EUR 1.64 million is expected per car/scooter/ship/film prop. But there are also "no-limit" offers ...
Until mid-April: discounted tickets for the Swiss Classic World 2026
Events
The 12th edition of the popular Swiss classic car fair Swiss Classic World Lucerne will take place this year from May 29 to 31. If you buy tickets now, you can save around 30 percent on the admission price and queuing at the ticket office on site.
Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este 2026 with two world premieres and exciting categories
Events, Auctions
From May 15 to 17, 2026, BMW Group Classic is organizing the legendary Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este in cooperation with the luxury hotel Villa d'Este.
100 years of Maserati automobiles at the 22nd Int. Concours d'Elégance ASC-Classic-Gala Schwetzingen
Events
The Concours d'Elegance ASC-Classic-Gala Schwetzingen is taking on the great anniversary of Maserati and has organized a big jubilee celebration for its 100th birthday in Schwetzingen from 28 to 30 August 2026. Suitable cars can still be registered ...
Concepts Unmasked: New Škoda Museum depot open to visitors
Car Culture
The Škoda Museum is expanding its range with an additional exhibition space, which is now open to the public. Here, Škoda Auto presents concepts, design studies and prototypes from the late 1950s to the present day. Visits are possible by prior arrangement and as part of a guided tour. Together, the two exhibition halls complement the Škoda Museum's main exhibition with more than 50 attractive exhibits.
Are modern cars no longer repairable and therefore not suitable for classic cars?
Products, Car Culture
Despite efforts to make cars more repairable by means of "green parts", the increasingly complex control electronics are having the opposite effect, warns the andesverband Schleswig-Holstein. Only very few modern cars will therefore make it into the classic car age in the long term ...
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