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Ford | Ford Performance Motorsports and HRT Partner for Mustang GT3 DTM Debut
Ford Performance Motorsports has partnered with Haupt Racing Team (HRT) to bring the Mustang GT3 to top European racing series, including DTM and the Nürburgring 24-hour endurance race. This collaboration aims to expand Ford’s presence in global GT3 racing, competing in major endurance events like Le Mans and Daytona alongside HRT. Source: Here
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Audi | Lateral Dynamics in Precision: The Performance Curve of the Audi RS 3
Audi RS 3 showcases its lateral dynamics with the torque splitter, setting a compact class record at Nürburgring. With a 400 hp five-cylinder turbo engine and precise chassis tuning, the RS 3 achieves optimized control from corner entry through to cornering. Enhanced stability is also provided through synchronized electronic control systems for various driving conditions.…
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Audi | New Audi A5 Family Unveiled on the Côte d’Azur
Audi introduced the new A5 family on the Côte d’Azur, showcasing its striking design and MHEV plus technology, enhancing efficiency with a 48V system that supports electric driving at low speeds and improves fuel efficiency. The model also features precise handling, advanced digital displays, and signature dynamic lighting with digital OLED technology for safety and…
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Hyundai | Limited Edition “KONA Mauna Loa” Launched Nationwide with Only 30 Units Available
Hyundai Mobility Japan launched the limited edition “KONA Mauna Loa” on October 25, offering only 30 units nationwide. Based on the KONA series’ “Voyage” model, it features the highest battery capacity of 64.8 kWh and comes with a unique “Mirage Green” body color with black accents. The SUV is equipped with outdoor-oriented accessories such as…
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Daihatsu | Quarterly Progress Report on Preventive Measures for Certification Fraud (Third Report)
Daihatsu submitted its third quarterly report to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism on October 16, 2024, detailing progress on preventative measures following its certification fraud issue. Based on the response policy announced on February 9, 2024, Daihatsu is promoting comprehensive preventive measures aligned with its “Three Pledges.” The company will continue regular…
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SUBARU Corporation | Agreement on Off-Site Corporate PPA for Renewable Energy Utilization
SUBARU has entered into an off-site corporate PPA with Tokyo Electric Power Energy Partner and Fuji Technical Corporation. Starting in February 2025, renewable energy generated by Fuji Tech’s solar power plant will supply SUBARU’s Tokyo offices, covering approximately 14% of its electricity consumption and reducing CO2 emissions by about 1,600 tons per year. Excess electricity…
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TOYOTA GAZOO Racing | WEC 2024 Season Round 8 Bahrain 8 Hours: Preview
TOYOTA GAZOO Racing heads into the 2024 WEC final round, the Bahrain 8 Hours, aiming for its sixth consecutive Manufacturers’ Title, battling fierce rivals like Ferrari and Porsche. Car No. 7’s drivers Kobayashi, Conway, and de Vries hold slim chances for a Drivers’ Title, while car No. 8’s Buemi, Hartley, and Hirakawa also aim for…
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TOYOTA | Toyota Showcases Immersive Content at the Super Endurance Series 2024 Final in Fuji
Toyota GAZOO Racing (TGR) will showcase Japan’s first outdoor-compatible mobile immersive dome tent at the Super Endurance Series Final in Fuji in November 2024. The event will feature a 14-meter-wide, 8.2-meter-tall tent that delivers the thrill of motorsport using sound and video collected over a year. Developed in collaboration with T&S, the content aims to…
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Lynk & Co | Ranked First in Three Categories in China Auto User Satisfaction 2024
Lynk & Co received top honors in the 2024 China Auto User Satisfaction Survey. Lynk & Co 03, praised for its power and stability, ranked first in the “150,000-200,000 CNY Compact Car” category, while Lynk & Co 06 took first in the “100,000-200,000 CNY Small SUV” category. The brand also ranked first for after-sales service…