On 2 May 2026, the Antique Vehicle Club of Paraguay (CVAP) will turn the Costanera of Asunción into a mobile museum. The event marks the first round of the Gran Premio Clase A, a regularity rally, on both the southern and northern Costanera. The race will run from 09:00 to 11:30. Attendance is free, and the public is also invited to view the antique cars before the start of the race.
What is a regularity rally?
While traditional races rely on speed to determine the winner, a regularity rally focuses on precision and consistency. Drivers are evaluated on their ability to maintain a predetermined average speed throughout the course. Rather than racing to be the fastest, competitors aim to arrive at each checkpoint exactly on schedule. Additionally, there are penalties applied for deviations in timing.
This format emphasises coordination between driver and navigator, as well as strategy and technical skill. It is particularly well-suited to antique models, as it reduces mechanical stress and highlights smooth, controlled driving.
Antique cars: Class A vehicles
The term “Class A” refers to vehicles manufactured up to 1931. This showcase features models dating back as far as 1928. Among the oldest functioning automobiles in existence, they represent the early pioneers of the automotive industry. One organiser will drive a vintage Ford, while other brands commonly featured in this category include Chevrolet, Nash, Pontiac, and Packard. These cars are valued not only as transport but as historical artefacts.
Built with early engineering methods and often with handcrafted details, the cars offer a glimpse into the development of modern automobiles.
A full route sheet will be available on the Antique Vehicle Club of Paraguay Instagram, allowing spectators to follow the event, wait at key points along the course, and attend with family to experience a form of motoring that reflects the industry’s earliest days.
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