From the groundbreaking work of Carl Benz and Gottlieb Daimler, to the prestigious Batschari Cup won by Rudolf Caracciola on multiple occasions, to Henry Ford's unexpected stopover on his tour of Germany, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the significant moments and personalities that define Baden-Baden as a major player in the automotive world. Baden-Baden: The Hidden Motor City will not only delight automobile fans, but also offers insights into a multifaceted and fascinating history.

Roland Seiter, born in 1956, is a true classic car enthusiast, he has many contacts in the scene. When Roland Seiter first heard about the big races in Baden-Baden in 1992, he was hooked. He collected documents, photos and numerous accessories. His extensive collection provided the basis for this book.

About the Author

Roland Seiter, born in 1956, is a freelance journalist and author. From 1990 to 2022, he was Head of Media and Communications for the city of Baden-Baden. He has had a keen interest in historic vehicles since his youth. His garage contains a 1955 Volkswagen 'Willi' and two NSU motorcycles, both also from 1955, as well as a 1960 Kreidler Florett. He also loves convertibles and motorcycles and has a soft spot for pre-war cars. As a true classic car enthusiast, he has many contacts in the scene. When Roland Seiter first heard about the big races in Baden-Baden in 1992, he was hooked. He collected documents, photos and numerous accessories. His extensive collection provided the basis for this book.

Book Information
ISBN 9783961716692
Author Roland Seiter
Format Hardback
Page Count 224
Imprint teNeues Media GmbH & Co. KG
Publisher teNeues Publishing UK Ltd