Upon hearing the news that Bugatti?s production had ceased in 1952, Romano Artioli vowed to revive the iconic French marque. He kept his promise and added to Bugatti?s rich heritage with the creation of the EB 110.
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When people think of the name Bugatti, the conversation often shifts towards the brand?s boundary pushing spirit and designs, pioneered by Ettore and Jean Bugatti. That or the modern line of super cars like the Veyron or Chiron. Few mention Bugatti?s dark ages spanning several decades post-World War II (WWII). Even fewer bring up the determination, blood, sweat, and tears of Romano Artioli, who revived the brand, adding a touch of his own personality and steering Bugatti back into the world?s headlights.
A Childhood Dream

Romano Artioli was born in Moglia, 1932, close to the city of Mantua. From a tender age, Artioli was fascinated with the world of racing and fast cars. In an interview with Classic Driver magazine, he recounted how he had consumed a book on driver?s licenses as a 12 year-old boy, stating it was at that point that he found his calling. In his own words, ?after that, it was clear to me that my life would be dedicated to cars and engines.?

This passion for fast cars and what made them tick, shaped the path that Artioli took. After his family moved to the town of Bolanzo, he took up a course on mechanical engineering in...