Ressence really is in a class of its own on the watchmaking scene (even on the creative indie scene). Born in 2010, the brand redefined the way a mechanical watch functions, to the point of creating an unprecedented display and an electronic crown. For its 10th anniversary, Ressence has already unveiled several special edition watches, […]
Cars and watches have always been strongly connected: they are both devoted to precision, to details and style, to the same mechanical power (with less fuel for a watch, of course), and they both arouse similar passions and emotions. Enthusiasts of one industry more than often appreciate the other. And when it comes to Porsche […]
Where we usually only reference the link between the watch industry and the automotive world from time to time, we can always count on REC Watches to integrate the two. REC Watches is known for incorporating bits of some of the most iconic machines like the Ford Mustang, Porsche 911 and Spitfire fighter planes in […]
We’ve said it in the past, similarities between cars and watches are endless, whether we’re talking about mechanics, design or the passion they incite. Both sides of the industry are fully aware of this and of the fact that collectors of one are often enthusiastic about the other – which explains why MONOCHROME has The […]
Every now and then a collaboration between a non-watch company or organisation and a watch manufacturer pops up, sometimes delivering a very interesting new product combining values from all involved. And if it also happens to be a logical joint effort between parties, it may tick all the right boxes. Renowned historic rally organisers HERO-ERA […]
Recently, Porsche (the car manufacturer) revealed the latest version of its 911 Targa, based on the 992 generation. Today, the Stuttgart-based brand unveils a highly exclusive edition of this car, the 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition. Produced by the Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur, it comes with multiple “old-school” references in its design (colours, rims, leather). And […]
Yesterday, Sir Stirling Moss passed away at the age of 90. Born 17 September 1929 in London, Moss was a legendary Formula 1 driver who won a total 212 of the 529 races he entered across various racing categories. He finished runner-up in the Formula 1 World Championship four times and third place three times […]
After three years of quartz watches for Max Verstappen, covered here, here and here, his TAG Heuer special edition has now come of age. And despite the autumn rain and a very disappointing race last weekend for the Dutchman, spirits were high during the presentation of a watch that will most likely be sold out […]
Saturday means our weekly car-related column is live… So yes, this episode will be focused on cars and motorsport, but as we’re also a watch magazine, we’ve decided to mix it with glorious watches too… And what a match it is! This week’s Petrolhead Corner links fearless motorsport, champagne sprays and a “rarely seen on […]
Damon Hill is the son of the late British racing driver Graham Hill, who twice won the Formula 1 drivers’ championship and is the only driver to win the Triple Crown of Motorsport comprising the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Indianapolis 500 and the Monaco Grand Prix. In 1996, Damon Hill became Formula 1 […]