{"id":7959,"date":"2026-02-25T15:05:35","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T20:05:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/consmiami.esteri.it\/?p=7959"},"modified":"2026-03-02T17:58:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T22:58:49","slug":"1000-miglia-experience-florida-2026-a-global-showcase-for-made-in-italy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/consmiami.esteri.it\/en\/news\/dal_consolato\/2026\/02\/1000-miglia-experience-florida-2026-a-global-showcase-for-made-in-italy\/","title":{"rendered":"1000 Miglia Experience Florida 2026: A Global Showcase for Made in Italy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The second edition of the <strong>1000 Miglia Experience Florida<\/strong> \u2014 held from February 20 to 23, 2026, across Naples, Tampa, West Palm Beach, and Miami \u2014 concluded with outstanding success, culminating in a memorable awards ceremony at the prestigious Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Sponsored by the Consulate General of Italy in Miami, the event brought together around seventy crews competing in three official categories: 1000 Miglia Originals (1927\u20131957), Classic Icons (1958\u20131994), and Hyper\/Supercars (1995\u2013present). Spectators turned out in impressive numbers along the scenic route, with thousands gathering at key locations throughout Florida \u2014 a clear sign of the growing enthusiasm of the American public for the international format of the race, well beyond the traditional circles of automotive enthusiasts and classic car collectors.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The route showcased some of Florida\u2019s most iconic destinations, celebrating competitive spirit, passion for engineering and innovation, and the unmistakable flair of the Italian lifestyle.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Alongside the race, a highly successful <strong>Business Forum <\/strong>took place, sponsored by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) and the Italian Trade Agency (ICE\u2013ITA) within the OpportunItaly acceleration program. The forum facilitated targeted business\u2011matching sessions between Italian companies and U.S. operators in strategic, high\u2011value Made in Italy sectors \u2014 including automotive, design, fashion, and food &amp; beverage \u2014 strengthening opportunities for economic collaboration between the two countries.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The panel opened with institutional remarks by Michele Mist\u00f2, Consul General of Italy in Miami, and Marco Rago, Advisor for Economic Diplomacy and Development to the Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. Contributions followed from Marco Verna, Director of the ICE\u2013ITA Office in Miami, and leading representatives of Italian companies (Pininfarina, Marangoni, Valdo, etc.). Enhancing the experience, visitors enjoyed a photographic exhibition dedicated to the historic sites of the Mille Miglia in Italy \u2014 curated by the Italian Cultural Institute of Miami \u2014 as well as an exhibition of original artworks celebrating iconic vintage cars by a renowned local artist.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The 2026 edition of the 1000 Miglia Experience Florida \u2014 supported institutionally by MAECI and ICE\u2013ITA through OpportunItaly \u2014 reaffirmed the strength of an integrated cultural\u2011economic narrative that highlights the excellence of Made in Italy. This approach continues to serve as a catalyst for investment and commercial opportunities in a sophisticated and demanding market such as the United States, and Florida in particular.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">With its rich program of promotional initiatives, the 1000 Miglia Experience Florida is steadily establishing itself as a strategic platform \u2014 a globally attractive showcase \u2014 for expanding Italy\u2019s presence in the U.S. market. This momentum will be especially valuable in view of future editions and the celebration of the historic 1000 Miglia centenary in 2027.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The second edition of the 1000 Miglia Experience Florida \u2014 held from February 20 to 23, 2026, across Naples, Tampa, West Palm Beach, and Miami \u2014 concluded with outstanding success, culminating in a memorable awards ceremony at the prestigious Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables. 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