Tag: Motorsport
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Audi | Gabriel Bortoleto will be future Audi F1 driver
Audi has named Brazilian Gabriel Bortoleto, 20, as its future F1 driver alongside Nico Hülkenberg for Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber, transitioning into Audi’s factory team by 2026. Bortoleto, the reigning FIA Formula 3 Champion, is leading the Formula 2 standings. COO Mattia Binotto praised the pairing as the “ideal combination of experience and youth.”…
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Porsche | The Future Looks Bright: Jordan Wallace Makes History in the Porsche Carrera Cup North America
Jordan Wallace has made history as the first African American driver in the Porsche Carrera Cup North America. Although interested in motorsport from a young age, financial constraints made it difficult for him to enter. Starting with rental karting, he eventually gained sponsorship to drive Porsche racing cars. His perseverance and success inspire people from…
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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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TOYOTA | Toyota and Hyundai Host Joint Motorsport Fan Event in Korea
Toyota and Hyundai Motor Company held a joint motorsport fan event, “Hyundai N x TOYOTA GAZOO Racing FESTIVAL,” at Everland Speedway in Korea, attracting about 2,800 fans. The event showcased thrilling WRC performances by both teams, and Toyota’s Akio Toyoda and Hyundai’s Euisun Chung shared their passion for motorsports with the fans. Proceeds from the…
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Nissan | Two Nissan Z NISMO GT500 cars on podium at round 7 of SUPER GT
At round 7 of the SUPER GT series, held on October 20, 2024, at Autopolis, the #23 Motul Autech Z finished 2nd, and the #3 Niterra Motul Z finished 3rd, placing both Nissan Z NISMO cars on the podium. The #3 Z has moved up to 4th place in the championship standings, building momentum for…
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Porsche | Luftgekühlt 10 puts Turbo anniversary in the spotlight
In October 2024, Luftgekühlt 10 celebrated the 50th anniversary of the 911 Turbo at Universal Studios in Los Angeles. The event highlighted Porsche’s air-cooled car culture with a focus on motorsport heritage and iconic models from the past five decades. Source: Here
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Ford | Red Bull Ford Academy Programme Extends Title Partnership with Ford
The Red Bull Academy Programme has extended its title partnership with Ford for the all-female F1 Academy racing series until the 2025 season. American driver Chloe Chambers will join the team, representing Ford, an iconic American brand. Ford’s ongoing commitment to diversity in motorsport is highlighted through this partnership, supporting the progression and development of…
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Aston Martin | Cycling Sprint Legend Sir Mark Cavendish KBE Named Aston Martin’s First High Performance Ambassador
British cycling legend Sir Mark Cavendish has been appointed as Aston Martin’s first Global High Performance Ambassador and received a new Aston Martin DBX707. His role is to further champion Aston Martin’s high-performance culture, leveraging insights from competitive sports for the brand’s product and marketing plans. Cavendish enjoyed his new DBX707 on the famed roads…
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Lamborghini | Lamborghini Squadra Corse and ABT Sportsline announce DTM partnership for 2025
Lamborghini Squadra Corse and ABT Sportsline announced a long-term collaboration to participate in Germany’s premier racing series, DTM, starting in 2025. The two parties will field Lamborghini Huracán GT3 EVO2 cars, with official Lamborghini factory support. The partnership was unveiled at the Red Bull Ring, signaling a new chapter in Lamborghini’s motorsport history. Source: https://media.lamborghini.com/English/latest-news/lamborghini-squadra-corse-and-abt-sportsline-announce-dtm-partnership-for-2025/s/81feeaca-57ee-4673-8465-4069539fba54…
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Mercedes-Benz | Tales from the world of Mercedes-AMG Motorsport
Mercedes-AMG highlights its recent motorsport achievements, including introducing a junior driver and securing the GTD manufacturers’ title in IMSA. Source: Mercedes-Benz (Published September 25, 2024)