Forbes Italia – November 2025, by Matteo Novarini
IRON SOUL
In 1923, in Erba, the forging plant Alessandro Ciceri e Figli was founded. That’s where Beta originated, a tool company that later became known worldwide also thanks to its historic bond with the world of racing.
It’s August 17, 1975. Heavy rain has soaked the Österreichring circuit so badly that the Austrian Grand Prix is delayed by 45 minutes and then stopped halfway through. Through the downpour moves an orange car. Its front end is broken, but the driver celebrates…