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The Secret of Ferdinand Porsche and the Auto Union Type C

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Did You Know? Anecdotes and Curiosities about our Miniatures

Why was Auto Union nicknamed the 'Silver Arrows' in the 1930s?

Auto Union, like Mercedes-Benz, was called the 'Silver Arrow' because its racing cars were painted metallic silver. This color was actually a technical choice: to meet the weight limit imposed in Grand Prix racing, the German manufacturers did away with the traditional white paint, revealing the raw aluminum of the bodywork.

What was the revolutionary concept of the Auto Union Type A to D racing cars?

The Auto Union Type A to D (1934-1939) were revolutionary because they had their V16 engine positioned behind the driver, unlike cars of the time where the engine was in the front. This rear-engined layout, designed by Ferdinand Porsche, provided better weight distribution but made the cars very difficult to drive.

What do the four rings on the Auto Union logo represent?

The four intertwined rings of Auto Union symbolize the merger of four German car brands in 1932: Audi, DKW, Horch, and Wanderer. This merger created the second-largest German car manufacturer at the time. These rings are still present in the Audi logo today.

Who was Auto Union's most famous driver and why was he nicknamed 'the Master'?

Bernd Rosemeyer was Auto Union's star driver in the 1930s. Nicknamed 'der Meister' (the Master), he was able to tame the rear-engined Auto Unions that most drivers found unmanageable. His spectacular victories and daring driving style made him a legend before his tragic death in 1938 during a speed record attempt.

What technical innovation did Auto Union bring to production cars in the 1930s?

Auto Union pioneered front-wheel drive in production cars with its DKW brand. As early as 1931, DKW Front models offered front-wheel drive with a two-stroke engine, a revolutionary technology at the time. This innovation influenced many manufacturers and foreshadowed modern front-wheel drive cars.