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Russell and Bottas collided while battling for position on the run to the first chicane, causing a significant crash that left debris strewn across the track. Race control took the decision at first to deploy the safety car before issuing a red flag on Lap 34 of the 63-lap race at Imola. The crash was the latest in a string of incidents leading up to the red flag as drivers made the switch from intermediate to slick tyres, leaving them looking for grip in the greasy conditions. Read Also: Live: Follow the Emilia Romagna GP as it happens F1 will keep Miami and Austin dates separate Lewis Hamilton slid off the track while hunting down race leader Max Verstappen at Tosa, causing damage to his front wing and dropping him back to ninth place. This was shortly followed by the crash between Bottas and Russell, both of whom were left fuming by the incident. The onboard replay showed Russell gaining on Bottas down the main straight and moving to the … [Read more...] about Emilia Romagna GP red-flagged after Bottas/Russell crash

Norris was on course to take third place on the grid for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, which would have been his best-ever qualifying result in F1, but saw his fastest lap time deleted due to exceeding track limits at Turn 9. That transgression relegated Norris from third to seventh in Q3, behind teammate Daniel Ricciardo, and prompted Norris to be very self-critical. Speaking straight after qualifying, Norris said he was "pretty disappointed and annoyed with himself" and admitted he had "effed it all up". Team boss Seidl, who revealed he gave a reluctant Norris a hug after qualifying, said his driver's reaction is part of his personality, but was confident Norris would quickly be able to re-focus on Sunday's race. "I think that's typical Lando, that's part of his character and personality that he's very self-critical," Seidl said. "I've seen it also in previous years. At the same time, he's a guy who manages to put that aside at the latest tomorrow morning and … [Read more...] about Seidl: Self-criticism after Imola mistake typical of Norris

It's a sedan version of a Sportback version of a sedan. The first Audi for China developed through the SAIC joint venture is debuting this week at Auto Shanghai 2021. Complementing the Audi-FAW A6L sedan and regular A7, the A7L eschews the Sportback body style of its global cousin and opts instead for a traditional sedan with a proper trunk lid. With customers in the People's Republic having a soft spot for rear legroom, the newcomer has a significantly longer wheelbase than the original Sportback. The distance between the axles has grown by 98 millimeters (3.85 inches) to 3,026 mm (119.1 in) and the whole car now measures a stately 5,076 mm (199.8 in). It's still overall shorter than the standard A8 , but curiously, the wheelbase is a smidge longer compared to the non-LWB A8. There's not much to say about the design since the A7L is basically a stretched sedan derivative of the Sportback. That holds true for the interior as well, effectively carried over from the … [Read more...] about 2021 Audi A7L Officially Revealed, And Yes, It’s A Sedan

Two time Formula One World Champion, Sebastian Vettel, drove his self titled Infiniti FX Vettel Edition fro the first time at the Goodwood Festival of Speed held this past weekend. Two time Formula One World Champion, Sebastian Vettel, drove his self titled Infiniti FX Vettel Edition fro the first time at the Goodwood Festival of Speed held this past weekend. The Infiniti FX Vettel drove is the very first unit out of a limited production batch of 50 units slated for Western Europe, 200 units in total for Europe and the Middle East. Playing a role in the limited edition's development, Vettel said after his first drive, "We gave the FX a little bit of an edge here and there. I gave my input and I think if you look at the result you can see the difference. I'm happy." The Infiniti FX Vettel Edition features an aggressive body kit, lightweight components and a sport-tuned suspension that lowers ride height. Power comes from a 5.0-liter V8 engine that produces 420 PS (309 kW / … [Read more...] about Sebastian Vettel drives namesake Infiniti FX for first time – Euro pricing announced

Infiniti has confirmed plans to offer an FX Sebastian Vettel special edition. It will features a 5.0-liter V8 engine with 420 PS (309 kW / 414 hp). Infiniti has confirmed plans to offer an FX Sebastian Vettel special edition. As previewed by the concept , the production model will have an aggressive body kit, lightweight components and a sport-tuned suspension that reduces the crossover's ride height. Power will be provided by a 5.0-liter V8 engine that produces 420 PS (309 kW / 414 hp). It will likely enable the model to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds and hit a top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph). Production will be limited to 200 units and they will be offered exclusively in Europe and the Middle East. The company is currently accepting orders and the first deliveries are scheduled to occur early next year. Note: Infiniti FX Sebastian Vettel concept pictured + + Share on Twitter Share on Flipboard Pin It … [Read more...] about Infiniti FX Sebastian Vettel Edition officially confirmed for production