In the month that we celebrate Automobile Day, it is difficult not to be impressed by the speed with which life has changed in the last century due to cars. Today, we live in a society that has its basis of functioning and survival in mobility, in the possibility of movement, in the right to come and go, to send and receive.
The more efficient the movement, the better – and this is precisely the context that has fueled innovation over the years in the automotive industry. It is no wonder that the car has undergone hundreds of revolutions and changes in mechanics, design, functionality and, of course, the technology involved in its manufacture and handling.
This historical cut, besides being fundamental to the evolution of society, is a must for automotive lovers: whether among those who collect and keep classic and vintage cars in their garages, or among those who like to travel the globe and visit the best and largest automotive museums in the world.
The problem is that these travelers and museum enthusiasts are currently going through a challenging time. After all, the pandemic has severely restricted comings and goings between different countries, right? But don´t worry! If you are one of those die-hard fans of automotive history, we have prepared a very special list to celebrate the Automobile Day in style!
Virtual tour: 5 museums to visit remotely on Automobile Day
With so many regions of the planet still operating in a social distance system, virtual tours have become a fun, interactive, and safe way to enjoy tours filled with information, amazing vehicles, and lots of history! So get comfortable and get ready to enjoy a series of visits to the most important museums in the world:
- Henry Ford Museum
To start, we chose a museum that is also related to the history of Brazil. That’s because the Henry Ford Museum precisely recalls the trajectory of the American Ford, the first automaker to open its doors in Brazilian lands! Located in Detroit, in the United States, the museum offers a virtual tour and makes part of its collection available digitally, a great choice for anyone who is passionate about the brand’s pickup trucks, semi-trucks and SUVs. Visit Here
- Mercedes-Benz Museum
For the next stop, we will cross the Atlantic Ocean and discover a classic: the Mercedes-Benz Museum, which even ranks among the most visited in the world! Located in Stuttgart, Germany, it brings together one of the most important historical collections in the automotive universe, all divided into eight incredible floors in a modern and innovative building.
Here, technology is also a highlight, since the virtual experience has the most modern audiovisual resources. It is worth checking out the tour here!
- Porsche Museum
And we are not done with Stuttgart yet. After all, the city is home to another great reference when it comes to automotive history: the Porsche museum. The structure, which also gives an architectural show, has one of the largest image archives in the automotive sector, with more than 2.5 million photos and 1,500 hours of film, in addition to a library with more than 3,000 books on automotive themes.
An interesting detail is that, as in the face-to-face visit, the virtual tour allows the visitor to hear the roar of the engines of each car when approaching the vehicle. To find out, just click here or visit Porsche’s official Instagram account, which also offers a guided tour!
- Motor Valley
Now in Italy, our virtual tour indication finally reaches the heart of European motorsport in the Motor Valley, a region that concentrates innovation centers, museums and factories of Italian giants such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Pagani, Maserati and Ducati. This is the ideal visit, even, for those who like to follow the competitive scenario of Formula 1.
Another interesting point is that the complex brings together legendary vehicles from the racing tracks that have marked the history with great drivers. It is possible, for example, to observe vehicles piloted by Michael Schumacher and other icons of the scene. Anyone who wants to visit can follow a series of Live Tours published on the official Motor Valley channel on YouTube!
- Honda Collection Hall
To close with a golden key, we suggest one last respectable stop: the Honda Collection Hall, located in Motegi, Japan. Honda’s house, the structure exhibits an emblematic and quite curious arrangement of vehicles that have marked Asian culture for many years, such as kei cars and cubs, which are extremely compact models.
The interactivity is further guaranteed by videos of some products, with engine roars of cars and motorcycles from all eras. The visit can be checked on an interactive page, just click here !
In such challenging times, we hope this article will help you learn new stories and get a little closer to the fascinating world on four wheels! Be sure to take advantage of this selection of virtual tours to choose your next travel destination and keep an eye on RIO channels on YouTube, Instagram and right here, on the blog, for more special content!
The blog provides a wonderful opportunity to satisfy one’s curiosity about classic and contemporary cars, while also highlighting the convenience and accessibility of virtual tours.