We made Pierpaolo’s acquaintance several years ago and were bowled over by his charisma.

Pierpaolo Vivaldi is a young guy with a vision, who started out with a slightly crazy idea that has led him to attain incredible goals. Officine Vivaldi is, in fact, the largest special road vehicle fleet in Europe and the road to reach this milestone has been long and full of surprises! Pierpaolo and his family have faced challenges and obstacles together, united by their undying love for their workshop.

Officine Vivaldi’s story is one of emotions, passions and engines: a story that Pakelo wanted to recount in this interview with its key figure.

My love for motorbikes and desert racing has always been an integral part of Officine Vivaldi and my life. Over the last few years, I have taken an increasing interest in rallies in Africa and this has been not only a sporting experience but a human one as well that has totally changed my life.

One of the things that struck me is that the desert creates a level playing field. The priorities you have in your normal life change - you see people living with much less and you realise that you don't need as nearly as much as you thought you did to live well.

I set out on this adventure with my brother-in-law and then, Domitilla came along and over time, we have put together a tried and tested, fully functioning team.

So, Officine Vivaldi is a family business: everything revolves around the family. I work in the same shed that my dad worked in. Today, however, I am Carlo’s dad and I work close to home so I can spend time with him and look after him. Domitilla and I take it in turns and support each other so we can find the right balance between our work, passions and family.