Former pilot Eugenio Renna, winner of 1976 Targa Florio, has died

Last Updated: December 8, 2023

Eugenio Renna, also known as “Amphicar,” has passed away at the age of 78. He was a well-known figure in the world of automobile racing, particularly in Sicily and throughout Italy. He was most famous for winning the 1976 Targa Florio. Renna was revered for his numerous victories in races across the country, including his first Italian hill climbing title in 1971. His passing has been met with an outpouring of support and fond memories from fellow racing enthusiasts, who remember him as a great driver and a true gentleman. The funeral will take place on Monday morning at the church of Mondello-Valdesi. His legacy as a champion of Sicilian and national automobile racing will be dearly missed.