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Why further integration of the European classic car market is needed.

Europe has taken a big step towards harmonising roadworthiness tests among its Member States. Indeed, the 2014 EU directive (2014/45/EU) provides for common rules for

What does the death of the internal combustion engine mean for classic cars ?

After Ford, Jaguar, Volvo, Mini, it’s Audi’s turn to announce the end of the development of its combustion engines. With the new Euro 7 emission

How color affects classic car value

When buying a classic vehicle, car color can be an important factor, affecting not only our preferences but also the car resale value. Nowadays, more

5 youngtimers that saved their companies from bankruptcy

Automotive history is marked by iconic brands that have disapeared. Some industrial bets have saved companies on the verge of bankruptcy. Some have given them

The classic car market is back to its pre-crisis level in the United States

The Hagerty Market Index recorded its fourth consecutive increase in January 2021, reaching its highest level since February 2020. In the auction market, the number

How continuation cars are becoming collectible

The Elkhart auctions (Indiana, USA) in last October were a small revolution. We saw for the first time reproductions of classic cars selling at full

Interest in classic cars is growing in Germany

Germany is the leading European market for vintage cars. Thus, more than 2 million oldtimers and youngtimers are on German roads. A quarter of these

Restomod vs restoration. A philosophical debate

The German company RUF Automobile, known for the production of restomod cars based on classic Porsche, has just announced the launch of a new model,

Classic car values remain stable in Germany despite pandemic

Prices for classic cars in Germany increased slightly in 2019. The German Oldtimer Index (DOX), published annually by the Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA),

Optimism returns as classic car prices rebound

Third consecutive month of progression for the Hagerty index The Hagerty Index, which measures the evolution of the valuation of classic cars in the United

Is it now time to convert our classic cars to electric?

For most classic car owners, converting a classic car to electric is a sacrilege. They like driving with an original engine. They believe a classic

Is the collector car market affected by Covid-19?

The coronavirus pandemic has ushered in an era of economic uncertainty. It also touched the community of collectors, who saw many canceled events. Fan club