@VW Group: Rally Italia Sardegna: ŠKODA crews fight for victories in WRC2 and WRC3003191

What looks like an idyllic island in the Mediterranean actually features the especially rough special stages of the fifth round of the FIA World Rally Championship 2021. Rally Italia Sardegna is the second gravel event of the series in less than three weeks. WRC2 category leader Andreas Mikkelsen, who had to skip Vodafone Rally de… Continue reading @VW Group: Rally Italia Sardegna: ŠKODA crews fight for victories in WRC2 and WRC3003191

@VW Group: ŠKODA POPULAR SPORT (1936): Outstanding success at the Monte Carlo Rally003189

In addition to the full selection of images accompanying this press release, a comprehensive collection of articles and features on various topics from 120 years of ŠKODA Motorsport can be found on the ŠKODA Storyboard. The Monte Carlo Rally, which is as famous as it is demanding, was first held in 1911 to attract tourists… Continue reading @VW Group: ŠKODA POPULAR SPORT (1936): Outstanding success at the Monte Carlo Rally003189

Why it’s reality check time for the EV skateboard chassis – Automotive News Europe

“They don’t have to start from scratch, which means they can reduce costs and time to market,” Marco Kollmeier, Benteler’s head of e-mobility, said last year about the supplier’s Electric Drive System 2.0 skateboard rolling chassis, developed with Robert Bosch Many were convinced. Canoo’s EV skateboard was a “a self-contained unit that can be paired… Continue reading Why it’s reality check time for the EV skateboard chassis – Automotive News Europe

@VW Group: Audi with “Dream Team” at the Dakar Rally003186

Audi is the first car manufacturer to fight for overall victory in the famous Dakar Rally with an electrified powertrain, thus also heralding an energy revolution in cross-country rallying. Audi Sport has succeeded in recruiting three illustrious driver teams for the ambitious project. Mattias Ekström/Emil Bergkvist (Sweden), Stéphane Peterhansel/Edouard Boulanger (France) and Carlos Sainz/Lucas Cruz… Continue reading @VW Group: Audi with “Dream Team” at the Dakar Rally003186

@Groupe PSA: PR Novak Djokovic at the heart of the new 508 PEUGEOT SPORT ENGINEERED advertising campaign001838

Because he shares PEUGEOT’s values, tennis champion Novak Djokovic – world number one in the ATP rankings, winner of the French Open in 2016 and ambassador of the Brand – is the main protagonist of the new 508 PEUGEOT SPORT ENGINEERED advertising campaign which started on 30 May, the opening day of the French Open.… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: PR Novak Djokovic at the heart of the new 508 PEUGEOT SPORT ENGINEERED advertising campaign001838

@Groupe PSA: PR Successful First Outing for Opel Corsa-e Rally001838

Impressive debut of world’s first electric one-make rally car Corsa-e Rally Griebel/Braun as course car on Rallye du Touquet Class victory for the Corsa Rally4 rounds off Opel’s strong performance in France Rüsselsheim.  The new Opel Corsa-e Rally completed its first outing on a rally with flying colours. At the Rallye du Touquet, the opening… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: PR Successful First Outing for Opel Corsa-e Rally001838

@Daimler: Skateboarding meets Performance Luxury: Mercedes-AMG and Palace Skateboards design Capsule Collection

Motivation and objective Exclusivity paired with an unconventional attitude to life, that’s what Mercedes-AMG and the skateboard and streetwear brand Palace have in common. Motorsport and street skateboarding share some basic characteristics: in both areas, it’s all about performance and speed; adrenaline and coolness form an unbeatable combination. So it makes sense that Mercedes-AMG, with… Continue reading @Daimler: Skateboarding meets Performance Luxury: Mercedes-AMG and Palace Skateboards design Capsule Collection

@Daimler: Mercedes-Benz Museum reopening on 1 June

Formula One special presentation in honour of seven, consecutive double world championship titles Special exhibition: “Future of Mobility” Mercedes star from Stuttgart main station on show at the Mercedes-Benz Museum Stuttgart. From 1 June 2021, the Mercedes-Benz Museum team will once again be welcoming its visitors to the permanent exhibition. There are two additional exhibitions at… Continue reading @Daimler: Mercedes-Benz Museum reopening on 1 June

Castroneves equals Indy 500 record as four-time winner

Hélio Castroneves chiselled his place in history as a record-equalling four-time Indianapolis 500 winner on Sunday, as the 46 year-old beat Alex Palou – at 24, nearly half his age – in a thrilling duel to the chequered flag. Castroneves, who also won the Daytona 24 Hours in January, last won the 500 in 2009,… Continue reading Castroneves equals Indy 500 record as four-time winner