Hakkinen was battling with Ferrari’s Michael Schumacher for the title, which came down to a crunch decider at Suzuka in Japan. Schumacher took pole position, but stalled on the formation lap, forcing him to start from the back of the grid. Hakkinen had a four-point lead to defend in the points table, and led the […] More
Hit by mounting losses, legendary Formula One team Williams on Friday announced it is looking to raise capital or potentially sell part or all of the business. No decision has been made but the team, which is majority owned by co-founder Frank Williams, who also serves as team principal, has hired a financial adviser to […] More
While liquor stores have stayed open in most states, there is nothing quite as refreshing as a freshly brewed craft beer. And while it may take a while for breweries to open back up again, that doesn’t mean you have to go without. Craft brewing kits are an easy way to get the fresh beer […] More
While the Turbo and Turbo S are the two Taycan variants that have been catching the attention of enthusiasts since launching, the Taycan 4S is equally as interesting and perhaps even more important for the German brand thanks to its lower starting price. Autogefühl recently had the chance to check it out. In a world […] More
The recall affects 1,616 vehicles in the United States and 131 in Canada. Affected vehicles were built at Valencia Assembly Plant, July 17-31, 2016. Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company issued a recall for select 2016-2017 model-year Ford Transit Connect vehicles. In affected vehicles, the driver and/or front passenger seat belt pretensioners may not deploy in a […] More
Carlex Design’s latest conversion is called the Urban Edition and underneath that bespoke body kit lies a Hyundai Santa Fe crossover. The complete package consists of custom front and rear bumpers, a new and quite massive grille with the tuner’s logo in the middle, a rear roof spoiler, rear diffuser, quad exhausts, 20-inch alloy wheels, […] More
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Photo: Ford There’s been a lot of car safety advances more widely deployed in the last decade—think things like automatic emergency braking, lane departure warnings, and even better headlights–but driver death rates have actually gone up in that time, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It’s a little complicated. The IIHS study looks […] More
Chevy told us this week that its Bolt EV will carry the weight of GM’s electric vehicle program until the company’s new wave of battery-powered cars arrives. General Motors and the Chevrolet brand will use the Bolt to expand its base of EV buyers beyond early adopters. As part of that effort, Chevrolet published 15 […] More
Buick on Friday provided a first look at its redesigned 2021 Envision arriving at dealerships early next year. The small crossover SUV features a bolder, more expressive look than its somewhat staid predecessor which has been on sale since 2016 and never managed to really excite the market. Sales in the United States have averaged […] More
In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): In 2019, renewables exceeded coal in annual US energy consumption for the first time in more than 130 years. Louisiana has approved a $1 billion wind farm project. Oklahoma’s wind energy is growing like crazy, according to a VP at Goldman Sachs Renewable Energy Group. The Electrek Green […] More
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has asked 24,000 employees in the United States to repay hundreds of dollars in “overpayment” from supplemental unemployment benefits, The Detroit News has revealed. A contract ratified between the United Auto Workers union and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles last year requires the car manufacturer to provide ‘SUB pay’ to temporarily laid-off workers that […] More
Mazda RX-7 Essential History First Generation (SA/FB) Mazda RX-7 When the first-generation Mazda RX-7 was launched in 1978, the little Japanese two-seat sports car was something of a game-changer. Not only was it powered by an unconventional rotary engine, but it was also relatively lightweight, practical with its large rear glass hatch, and thoroughly modern. […] More
Mahindra driver Pascal Wehrlein holds a slender eight-point lead over Stoffel Vandoorne in the championship, which runs in partnership with Motorsport Games to support the UNICEF coronavirus relief effort. Nyck de Vries – Vandoorne’s Mercedes teammate – guides Autosport around a lap of the 1.4-mile and 14-corner configuration. Turns 1, 2 and 3. The New […] More
Photo: Ford There are probably too many Mustangs currently on sale. If you don’t already like any of those for some reason, the iconic Ford Mustang Mach 1 is officially returning this year, and Ford is promising track-focused performance and it’s got the holes to prove it. There have been rumors that the Mach 1 […] More
Graphic: Gabe Carey Best Deals of the DayBest Deals of the DayThe best deals from around the web, updated daily. A return of the Nintendo Switch Lite, a $40 Amazon Fire TV Stick, a vibrating foot spa, a discount on Rachell Parcell’s retro-inspired Nordstrom collection, a 30% markdown on Huckberry shorts, and an assortment of […] More
Aston Martin announced it will release 25 limited edition DB5 cars, first featured in the James Bond film Goldfinger. Each revamped DB5 comes with a hefty price tag: about $3.5 million. The cars feature all the iconic Bond gadgets, including the circular radar screen, a water-spewing oil-slick, and a bullet-resistant rear shield. Aston Martin is […] More
The Ford Mustang Mach 1 is coming back this spring to fill enthusiasts with joy – and a hole in the modern pony car’s lineup. The iconic name returns on the 2021 Mustang Mach 1 which Ford teases as “the epitome of naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 performance in a new golden age of power.” The […] More
Buick has revealed the all-new 2021 Envision premium SUV, which is set to arrive at dealers early next year. Following a leak back in March, Buick has released the first bit of information on the new 2021 Envision. The design of Buick’s latest SUV is quite athletic, with clean lines and a strong shoulder line. […] More
The US-based series will hold its first round at the famous Wisconsin venue without fans present after a delay of more than two months owing to the COVID-19 crisis, with strict social distancing protocols in place to mitigate any health risks. It hopes to be able to welcome fans back for a second round at […] More
With workers lighting tires on fire in protest, the government of Spain is now stepping in to try and patch things up with Nissan. That and more in The Morning Shift for Friday, May 29, 2020. 1st Gear: Spanish Workers Protest Nissan Factory Closure With Tire Fire Nissan has been having a time, and has […] More
Honda has made some changes to the Insight hybrid in Japan and they are mainly related to trim levels and new genuine accessories. The first updates made to the third-generation Insight since its Japanese launch in December 2018 focus on improving the aesthetics of the hybrid vehicle. For starters, the Honda Insight lineup expands with […] More
Ford’s Mach 1 nameplate is set for a comeback, and don’t worry, it’s not going to end up on a crossover SUV. The Blue Oval on Friday confirmed the return of the Mach 1 nameplate for a special-edition Mustang due later this year as a 2021 model. It will essentially replace the Mustang Bullitt which […] More
The Grove-based outfit announced on Friday that it was beginning a strategic review of its operations to attract a financial injection that it believes will help secure it a brighter future in F1. While the formal process has only just begun, deputy team principal Claire Williams said the outfit did not intend to wait long […] More
These past few years haven’t been all too kind with Williams F1, as the team finished the 2019 Formula One season dead last in the Constructors’ standings, following a disappointing season the year before. There is now added financial pressure on the team, spearheaded by their shocking break-up with title sponsor Rokit and their major […] More
Tesla and SpaceX are ramping up their synergy effort with workers moving between Elon Musk’s two companies, battery purchases, and more. Musk has previously noted that while it’s hard and time-consuming to run two massive multi-billion-dollar companies with thousands of employees in two completely different sectors, he has found some positives, like opportunities for synergy […] More
There’s now a new option for buyers looking for an affordably priced but highly competitive race car. Historic Italian performance marque Automobili Turismo e Sport has launched the new motorsport division ATS Corsa, and the first product is the RR Turbo customer race car. 2020 ATS RR Turbo race car First announced last September, the […] More
If you’re in the market for a modded premium SUV of the large variety, Manhart Performance will gladly sell you this limited edition 2020 MHX5 model with just 15 miles (25 km) on the clock. This is unit no.1 of 10 and it’s priced at €215,985 ($240,000). It has a Black Sapphire Metallic exterior and […] More
The Time Pyramid in Bavaria, Germany will add its fourth decennial block in 2023. Unlike Jeff Bezos’s 10,000-Year Clock, this is public art that honors a 1,200-year-old town. Debate goes on about whether and how to seal the 6-ton concrete blocks. A locally crowdfunded “time pyramid” in southern Germany will be completed brick by brick […] More
The DTM was rocked by the news last month that Audi would be departing at the end of this season, bringing to an end 17 years of continuous factory involvement and leaving BMW currently as its only manufacturer. Audi customer teams have stressed that the current Class 1 cars, which use four-cylinder 2.0-litre turbo engines introduced last […] More
Yes, I’m teasing you a bit, because currently on my back patio sits the Changli. Today is unboxing day. Stay tuned. Read more… Source link More
The Department of Defense instituted regulations limiting how long some versions of the F-35 can fly at supersonic speeds. The limitations were placed after damage was found on jets that had flown at Mach 1.6. The pilot who flew the tests insists the damage occurred during conditions that would never materialize in real-world combat. The […] More
The latest collaboration between Citroen and Jean-Charles de Castelbajac has resulted in yet another special edition model, dubbed C1 JCC+. The small city car is already available to order in the UK, starting from £14,135 ($17,321). Just like the Citroen C3 JCC+ unveiled back in 2018, the C1 variant is also aimed at fashion conscious […] More
Nice Price Or Crack PipeIs this used car a good deal? You decide! The seller of today’s Nice Price or Crack Pipe A6 describes it as “essentially an S4, Stage 1, in a better package.” Let’s see what that package might realistically be worth. The Billionaire’s Vinegar by Benjamin Wallace tells the story of a […] More
German philosopher and powdered-hair aficionado (Ed’s note: Probably.) Immanuel Kant argued that knowing something required experience. He called that phenomena. That the existence of God couldn’t be scientifically proven because we’d never have direct experience with God; but believing in God is required for morality. Sure. I can’t put my finger on when I started […] More
Mitsubishi’s future in Europe is currently up in the air after comments made by the carmaker’s chairman, Osamu Masuko. The Japanese brand lost money in Europe in the past two fiscal years, with a net loss of $130 million for the quarter that ended on March 31. “For the moment it is not very clear […] More
Williams announced on Friday morning that it was ending its title partnership with ROKiT, despite a deal having been put in place until the end of 2023. No explanation has been given for why the partnership, which began at the start of 2019, has ended. The shock move has, however, prompted questions over whether or […] More
A nine-passenger, all-electric Cessna 208 flew for 28 minutes on Thursday. The same engineering firm, magniX, propelled the first commercial electric flight of a smaller Cessna in December. The Cessna is badass. Thursday marked the first public demonstration of the world’s largest all-electric aircraft. The manufacturer, magniX, hosted the historic demo on Facebook and Twitter. […] More
The first images of the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban in Z71 guise have hit the web, some six months after the lesser trim levels of the full-size SUV were unveiled in December. At the time, Chevrolet premiered the latest-generation Suburban alongside the latest Tahoe and also unveiled the latter in Z71 form; curiously, it didn’t do […] More
Renault and its alliance partners Nissan and Mitsubishi are in crisis mode and looking to scale back operations to help stem losses that were piling up well before the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic hit. On Friday, Renault announced a major restructuring that has seen six plants placed under review and 14,600 jobs worldwide placed on the […] More
As reported by Motorsport.com, the WSBK will resume at the Jerez circuit in Spain on July 31-August, immediately after MotoGP hosts back-to-back rounds at the same venue in late July. The Portuguese round will follow a week later at the Algarve circuit, before the championship starts following the provisional calendar issued in April, beginning with […] More
Fresh off the new 2021 Acura TLX and TLX Type S being unveiled, videos from Edmunds and Kelley Blue Book show the car in much greater detail. The exterior design of the new TLX is a significant improvement over the outgoing model. Located at the front is a diamond pentagon grille complemented by Jewel Eye […] More
40% off Select Items | Nike Nike is still marking down items post-Memorial Day. They really want you in some new kicks for summer. As more cities are opening up and letting a few groups of people gather show up in fresh gear that you saved 40% on. What I am seeing a lot of […] More
The world champion outfit is contracted to race in F1 until the end of the 2020 season, but reports in Germany this week suggested that the car manufacturer was about to wind down its official involvement and sell shares to Aston Martin. The stories also suggested that Wolff had decided to step down from his […] More
Lightning Motorcycles is no stranger to electric vehicles that think outside the box. But this latest vehicle gets rid of the box entirely, opting instead for a fully-enclosed motorcycle fairing. Is Lightning Motorcycles building an enclosed bike? California-based Lightning Motorcycle’s past projects have included the fastest electric motorcycle in the world, known as the LS-218, […] More
You might think that a red flag within the last 10 laps of the Monaco GP would be a recipe for an exciting conclusion, by closing up the whole field and allowing for a spectacular sprint to the flag at the resumption. However, in 2011 it had the opposite effect. We already had a finely-balanced […] More
Vietnam’s Vinfast only unveiled its first vehicles in 2018 but the ambitious company already eyes an expansion outside its home market, and one of the export targets is the United States. Vinfast plans to show its first U.S.-bound vehicle, a battery-electric crossover SUV with a range of 300 miles, as early as the 2020 Los […] More
The global alliance between VW and Ford is expanding as the Volkswagen AG Supervisory Board approved further contracts under the cooperation announced last year. As a first step, the two automotive giants plan to realize three projects in the areas of electrification and commercial vehicles. As far as electrification is concerned, Volkswagen’s Modular Electric Toolkit […] More
The Grove-based outfit made a shock announcement on Friday that its deal with ROKiT, which had been due to run until the end of 2023, had been cancelled with immediate effect. Speaking to selected media, deputy team principal Claire Williams declined to elaborate on the reasons for the split, but was clear it was not […] More
