Category: Automotive
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Scuderia Ferrari | São Paulo Grand Prix 2024 Race Report
Scuderia Ferrari picked up 20 points over the São Paulo Grand Prix weekend despite challenges. Charles Leclerc placed third on Saturday and fifth on Sunday, contributing crucial points, while Carlos Sainz retired after a crash in both qualifying and the race. Ferrari remains in second place in the Constructors’ Championship, 36 points behind McLaren. Source:…
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General Motors | Walmart deploys Chevrolet BrightDrop vans for InHome delivery service
Walmart is expanding its InHome delivery service by adding 400 Chevrolet BrightDrop electric vans to its fleet in major U.S. markets. This initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions and improve safety and efficiency for drivers. During a pilot program, Walmart associates praised the van’s camera systems, auto-closing doors, and ease of use. The BrightDrop 400…
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Ford | Ford Custom Garage Packages Are Easy New Way to Customize Vehicles
Ford has introduced the new “Ford Custom Garage,” allowing customers to personalize their vehicles with exclusive, limited-edition appearance and performance upgrades. Showcased at the 2024 SEMA Show, the initial packages, “Matte Black” and “Sinister Bronze” for the Ford Bronco, offer a new level of customization. These packages can be easily ordered and installed through Ford…
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Audi | Chassis Developer Roland Waschkau Meets the Audi RS Q8 Performance in Spain
The Audi RS Q8 performance boasts 471 kW (640 PS) and 850 Nm of torque, demonstrating sporty prowess on Spain’s winding roads and track. Chassis developer Roland Waschkau highlights its versatility and dynamics, with eAWS (electromechanical active roll stabilization) and all-wheel steering enhancing cornering. The Nürburgring Nordschleife lap record of 7:36 underlines its performance capabilities.…
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Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz Vans at Rolling Pin Convention 2024: Nine Courses for Fine Dining
Mercedes-Benz Vans showcased industry-tailored Vito and Sprinter models equipped with refrigerated solutions at the Rolling Pin Convention 2024 in Düsseldorf. These vehicles maintained food freshness for premium dining and were used on-site for cooling and delivering drinks and food. The all-electric EQV and the V-Class Marco Polo, equipped for gourmet camping, were also featured. Source:…
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Mercedes-Benz | Tales from the world of Mercedes-AMG Motorsport
Mercedes-AMG has marked achievements such as Bernd Mayländer’s 25 seasons with the F1® Safety Car, success in the GT World Challenge and FIA Motorsport Games, and sustainability initiatives, including reducing over 500 tons of CO₂ by using HVO100 biofuel in the 2024 European season. The team also focuses on nurturing aspiring engineers for future roles…
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Mercedes-Benz | Establishment of “Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Japan G.K.”
Mercedes-Benz Finance has announced the establishment of a new company, “Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Japan G.K.,” to expand EV charging infrastructure in Japan. The new company plans to install 50 high-power chargers at 25 locations nationwide, with a total of 100 charging ports by the end of 2026. This initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of…