On January 29, 1886, Karl Benz registered the patent for the Benz Patent-Motorwagen. This moment is widely recognized as the beginning of the automobile, not of a brand, but of motorized personal transport itself. Before this invention, mobility depended on horses, carriages, or fixed rail systems. Benz’s idea was revolutionary: a vehicle that could move independently, powered by an internal combustion engine. What makes this moment so important is not speed or comfort, but concept. The automobile introduced freedom of movement, individual mobility, and a completely new way of thinking about transportation. Many manufacturers followed later, but almost every car — classic or modern — traces its roots back to this technical breakthrough in 1886. Question for the community: Do you see the birth of the automobile mainly as a technical invention, or as a social turning point? And why?

At first glance, these cars seem completely unrelated. Different brands. Different countries. Different price categories. Yet they share something fundamental. If you look closely at the proportions, the clean surfaces and the way function shapes form, you’ll start to see the same design philosophy at work. This is classic Italian design thinking from the late 60s / 70s, strongly influenced by Giorgetto Giugiaro. It’s not about copying shapes, it’s about balance, clarity and restraint. That’s why a compact Alfa, a people’s car like the Golf Mk1, and exotic cars like the Maserati Bora or Lotus Esprit can still feel related. Curious question for you 👇 What would you like to learn more about when it comes to car design? • Designers and their signature styles? • How one design idea evolves across brands? • Why some cars age better than others? • Or specific icons you’d like to see analysed? We’re actively working on more content around design icons, design houses and automotive history, and your input really helps shape what comes next.

The BMW M5 Touring is one of those cars that shouldn’t exist, yet it does. A super-sedan turned wagon, built for people who want space, comfort and extreme performance in one package. A Short History - 1992 – E34 M5 Touring: BMW’s first high-performance wagon. Hand-built, rare, and now legendary. - 2007 – E61 M5 Touring: The famous V10 era — 507 hp and one of the best-sounding wagons ever made. - 2024/25 – M5 Touring returns: After more than a decade, BMW brings it back with hybrid power and modern tech. The New M5 Touring - V8 plug-in hybrid - Around 727 hp / 1000 Nm - 0–100 km/h in ~3.6 sec - All-wheel drive + usable luggage space A car that can do school runs, road trips and Autobahn speeds without compromise. 💬 Question:Would you choose the M5 Touring over the sedan? And which generation is your favourite?

I’m Sophie, one of the founders of Car Care Academy and I’m excited you’re here. This community is for anyone who loves cars, especially Classics, here we learn, share stories, and dive into the history, design and passion behind iconic models. To kick things off… 👇 Introduce yourself in the comments: - Which car do you drive (or dream of)? - What’s your favorite decade in automotive history? - And post a photo if you’d like! Looking forward to building this community together. 🚗✨

The Ford Mustang isn’t just a car, it’s a cultural phenomenon. Here are three fun facts that show why the Mustang changed automotive history forever: 🔹 1. Instant success On its very first day, the Mustang was ordered over 22,000 times. Dealers even had to place dummy cars in their showrooms because real ones were sold out immediately. 🔹 2. Birth of the Pony Car The Mustang created an entirely new class of cars: the pony car, compact, sporty, affordable, with a long hood and short rear deck. 🔹 3. Pop culture icon Within just one year, the Mustang already appeared in James Bond: Goldfinger, cementing its legendary status. Without the Mustang, icons like the Camaro or Challenger might never have existed. 🔥🔥Small update & question for you I’ve just opened my very first course about the 1960s, focusing on design, culture, and the cars that defined the decade (including icons like the Mustang). I’m looking for a few people who’d like early (free) access and are willing to share some feedback. Let me know what you think, and of course: 👉 Which Mustang generation is your favorite, and why? 🐎