Giampiero Moretti
Race car driver and entrepreneur
Born
March 20th, 1940
85 years ago
Died
January 14th, 2012
13 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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An Italian entrepreneur and race car driver, made significant contributions to motorsport and automotive innovation. Participated in various racing competitions during the 1960s and 1970s. Founded the Moretti automobile company, which specialized in creating unique race cars. Excelled as a competitor in the Mille Miglia, an iconic endurance race in Italy. Achievements in automotive engineering include designing vehicles that achieved notable success on the racing circuits. His efforts in enhancing performance car technology left a lasting influence in the industry.
Competed in Mille Miglia races
Founded the Moretti automobile company
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