Category: US Motoring Press

Mercedes regains its magic with electric EQS 580 luxury sedan

What is it? 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4Matic, electric, all-wheel-drive large luxury sedan. Why should you consider it? Unique, modern luxury interior; comfort; 340-mile range. How much will it cost? Base price $125,900, excluding $1,050 destination charge. When can you buy it? On sale now. A new Mercedes-Benz S-class is an event. That’s been true… Continue reading Mercedes regains its magic with electric EQS 580 luxury sedan

An Intense Year for Formula 1 Comes to an End

“We’ll come back from Abu Dhabi, we’ll spend the week after in the factory sorting things out and have a relatively easy week there, and then disappear for three or four weeks and have a good break.” Toto Wolff, the team principal of Mercedes, said “everyone is really at the limit.” That has prompted discussions… Continue reading An Intense Year for Formula 1 Comes to an End

Elon Musk Heads to Court to Defend His Billions in Tesla Pay

Tesla has made Elon Musk a billionaire many times over by paying him generously in shares for his work as chief executive of the electric carmaker. On Wednesday, Mr. Musk is expected in court to defend that compensation, much of which derives from a record-setting pay deal he struck in 2018 with Tesla’s board of… Continue reading Elon Musk Heads to Court to Defend His Billions in Tesla Pay

What’s on the Radio? In Formula 1 Racing, It’s the Engineer.

Formula 1 drivers may look like they are alone in the car, but with the press of a button, they can turn to their teams for support and guidance. Radio communication is an important part of Formula 1 races. Drivers have a button on their steering wheel that will activate their radio, allowing them to… Continue reading What’s on the Radio? In Formula 1 Racing, It’s the Engineer.

F1 Shook Up Tradition by Adding Sprint Races

Norris agreed with Hamilton, on the other hand, that Formula 1 must select the best venues for sprints. Some circuits provide more overtaking opportunities than others. “At the correct tracks, I don’t mind it,” Norris said. “So when it was in Austria or Monza [Italy], tracks you can actually race on, fine, but Interlagos is… Continue reading F1 Shook Up Tradition by Adding Sprint Races

Uber’s Revenue Is Up 72 Percent From Last Year, but It Posts a Loss

Uber on Tuesday reported revenue growth exceeding expectations from Wall Street, suggesting that the company has continued to recover from a pandemic slump as drivers return to the platform. But it posted a net loss, in part because of its investments in other ride-hailing companies. Revenue was $8.34 billion for the third quarter, a 72… Continue reading Uber’s Revenue Is Up 72 Percent From Last Year, but It Posts a Loss

Rishi Sunak, New UK Prime Minister, Delays Economic Plan

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, who has taken on the unenviable task of restoring Britain’s credibility in international markets, said on Wednesday that he would delay the announcement of a major economic plan by two and a half weeks as he seeks more time to make the “right decisions.” Jeremy Hunt, the chancellor of the Exchequer,… Continue reading Rishi Sunak, New UK Prime Minister, Delays Economic Plan

An F1 Driver Is Not Alone in the Cockpit During a Race

Bell Helmets, which supplies 12 of the 20 Formula 1 drivers, provides them with three helmets for each race weekend. Over a season, drivers may use as many as 25. Helmets can be reused, but “everything has to be as light as possible, so if there is a stone chip, we are not going to… Continue reading An F1 Driver Is Not Alone in the Cockpit During a Race

Max Verstappen Is the F1 Champion. So, What About Next Year?

Max Verstappen barely had time to enjoy winning a second Formula 1 title when he was asked about the possibility of adding a third in 2023. With new aerodynamic regulations this year, Verstappen has dominated, winning 12 of 18 Grands Prix to become the second-youngest driver in Formula 1 history to attain two championships at… Continue reading Max Verstappen Is the F1 Champion. So, What About Next Year?