It’s a question that many people in Germany are asking right now: How could Volkswagen get to this point, how could the company slide so deeply into the crisis? “The fish always stinks from the head,” thundered IG Metall boss Christiane Benner into the crowd of angry employees at a protest rally in front of… Continue reading German FAZ: How Volkswagen lost its way 008452
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German FAZ: The trick with the Andretti008451
Andretti back in Formula 1, now after all. Just completely different than planned. “I have to pinch myself,” said Andretti, “to make sure I’m not dreaming.” But Michael Andretti, who was once overwhelmed as a Grand Prix driver, won’t be there when Cadillac, the luxury brand of the General Motors Group (GM ), will be… Continue reading German FAZ: The trick with the Andretti008451
German FAZ: 50G crash in Las Vegas, Russell races to pole008450
In what could be the decisive Formula 1 race of the season, world championship leader Max Verstappen will start ahead of his pursuer Lando Norris. The Red Bull driver didn’t come close to George Russell as the fastest driver in qualifying in Las Vegas, but he was faster than Norris and starts the race from… Continue reading German FAZ: 50G crash in Las Vegas, Russell races to pole008450
GIANT SCHNAUZER “MONTY” WINS BEST IN SHOW AT 24th AKC® NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN
America’s National Champion Beats Out More Than 5,600 Dogs ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — GCHG CH Hearthmore’s Wintergreen Mountain RI CGC TKN FITB, a Giant Schnauzer known as “Monty” triumphed over more than 5,600 competitors to earn a $50,000 cash prize when they were awarded Best in Show at the AKC® National Championship Presented… Continue reading GIANT SCHNAUZER “MONTY” WINS BEST IN SHOW AT 24th AKC® NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN
Our favourite cars of 2024: Toyota GR Yaris Evo
You don’t have to drive fast to have a good time. Case in point: my outing in the revamped Toyota GR Yaris Evo was the most fun I’ve had in a car this year, and I never even got out of second gear. In my defence, I was on a frozen Finnish lake. That sheet… Continue reading Our favourite cars of 2024: Toyota GR Yaris Evo
@VW Group: Porsche Formula E stars tackle the 24-hour race in Daytona009734
20/12/2024 Porsche works driver Pascal Wehrlein will contest the 24 Hours of Daytona for the first time. The reigning Formula E world champion from Germany makes his IMSA debut on January 25/26 at the wheel of the Porsche 963 from JDC-Miller MotorSports. António Félix da Costa, Wehrlein’s teammate in the TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche Formula E stars tackle the 24-hour race in Daytona009734
@VW Group: Porsche congratulates Jacky Ickx on his 80th birthday009732
19/12/2024 During his competitive career, he was not only considered a highly versatile racing driver, but also a master of wet-weather driving. Jacky Ickx was a major contribution to Porsche’s racing success in the 1970s and 1980s. On 1 January 2025, the Belgian-born former racing ace will celebrate his 80th birthday. His career at Porsche… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche congratulates Jacky Ickx on his 80th birthday009732
@VW Group: 911 GT3: The first of its kind009730
A reunion after almost a quarter of a century. Walter Röhrl is overcome. “This is like a journey through time for me,” says the two-time World Rally Champion and Porsche brand ambassador, gazing at the flawless 911 GT3 (996) with Clubsport package in front of him. It’s the first 911 GT3 in company history –… Continue reading @VW Group: 911 GT3: The first of its kind009730
Volkswagen Polo turns 50: small car with big sales
The Volkswagen Polo is celebrating 50 years of its existence in 2025. Since 1975, the Polo has delighted generations of people and has become a pioneer in its class standing out for its affordable mobility, timeless design and pioneering technology. With more than 20 million vehicles sold in six generations, the Polo has established itself… Continue reading Volkswagen Polo turns 50: small car with big sales
@VW Group: Small can also be big: Volkswagen celebrates 50 years of the Polo009727
Since 1975, the Volkswagen Polo has delighted generations of people and has become a pioneer in its class: it has always stood for affordable mobility, timeless design and pioneering technology. With more than 20 million vehicles sold in six generations, the Polo has established itself as one of the most successful models in its class.… Continue reading @VW Group: Small can also be big: Volkswagen celebrates 50 years of the Polo009727