F1 is currently evaluating the introduction of sprint races on the Saturday of three events this year, running a 100km race that would set the grid for the Sunday grand prix. The plan received “broad support” from teams at the latest F1 Commission meeting, with further details currently being outlined by a working group. Officials have identified races in Canada, Italy and Brazil as being the trial events for sprint races in 2021. The proposals have received lukewarm support from drivers so far, with Red Bull duo Verstappen and Perez becoming the latest drivers to air their uncertainty over the idea. Read Also: Perez can see why drivers struggled to adapt to Red Bull F1 car Verstappen: Hard to judge Red Bull progress after F1 shakedown run Perez previously experienced a sprint race when he was racing in GP2 in 2010, and although he was open to the plan for F1, he stressed the importance of protecting the series’ DNA. “I just think we’ve got to be … [Read more...] about Verstappen and Perez unsure F1 needs ‘risky’ sprint races
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Porsche 911 Looks The Part On Rugged Wheels With All-Terrain Tires
Big safari vibes on this one. The Porsche 911 is one of the most iconic vehicles to grace the tarmac of mother earth. Along with its unique engineering approach, just about anyone can successfully identify a 911 in any average lineup of road vehicles. Sticking in with the crowd is great, but delta4x4 has recently announced plans for an offroad capable 992 variant of the German classic. Many of you will cry foul at such bombastic modifications to this refined automobile, but there’s much more than meets the eye. Keen readers will know that Porsche has a very thin sliver of off-road DNA. In order to find it, we have to look back to the brave days of 80s Group B rallying. Gallery: Delta 4x4 992 Porsche 3 Photos Often overshadowed by the rally variant of the 959 – modified to race the Paris-Dakar – the German automaker also modified 20 versions of the 911 SC RS to race in Group B. Thanks to the help of a team of … [Read more...] about Porsche 911 Looks The Part On Rugged Wheels With All-Terrain Tires
Rosenqvist: O’Ward “one of the quickest” in the world
Speaking to media ahead of Arrow McLaren SP-Chevrolet’s 2021 livery reveal , each driver was full of praise for the other, and stated their goal was to ensure they pushed each other this year in order to earn the team race wins. However, Rosenqvist said that it’s too soon to assess how they’ll compare and contrast in terms of driving style. “It’s a bit early to judge because we’ve only been to Barber and Sebring [tests],” said the 28-year-old Swede who arrives at the team after spending his first two IndyCar seasons with Chip Ganassi Racing. “What I’ve been able to see is that Pato is very quick, one of the quickest young drivers out there at the moment – not only in the U.S. but in the world. That’s definitely going to push me and I hope I can push him as well. Patricio O'Ward, Arrow McLaren SP Chevrolet Photo by: Arrow McLaren SP “Driving styles… I think we’re at the level now where I don’t think people have a really specific driving style. I think it’s more … [Read more...] about Rosenqvist: O’Ward “one of the quickest” in the world
These Are The Custom 911s That Porsche Exclusive Is Most Proud Of
The division makes a specialty out of refining Porsche's products, so a vehicle has to be quite special to be among its favorites. Porsche’s warehouse holds a treasure trove of special models, and the firm’s latest expedition into the archives turns up five (kinda, sorta) of the best special edition models to ever come out of Porsche Exclusive’s workshop. Porsche Exclusive kicks off the list with 2012 911 Club Coupe , which is one of its rare creations. It offered just 13 of these recognition of the 60th anniversary of clubs celebrating the brand. The number referenced the baker’s dozen of founding members of the marque’s enthusiast group in Germany. While not as rare as the Club Coupe, the 2011 911 Speedster is far more visually striking, and it occupies the fourth place spot here. Porsche Exlcusive built 356 of them as a celebration of the customizing operations 25th anniversary. The steeply raked windshield and bubble tail gave this rare variant a style … [Read more...] about These Are The Custom 911s That Porsche Exclusive Is Most Proud Of
Infiniti Upgrades Models As Far Back As 2013 With Amazon Alexa
Owners can use voice commands to do things like lock the doors or honk the horn. Some Infiniti drivers will now have access to voice command support from Amazon Alexa Skills for remotely commanding their vehicles to do things like start the engine. It’s a free upgrade for subscribers to the company’s InTouch Services or Infiniti Connection telematics programs and covers vehicles from the 2018 to 2013 model years. The full list is below,: Vehicles with Infiniti InTouch Services: 2018: Q50 , Q50 Hybrid , QX60 , Q70 , QX80 2017: Q50, Q50 Hybrid, Q60 , QX60 2016: Q50, Q50 Hybrid Vehicles with Infiniti Connection: 2017: Q70, QX80 2016: Q70, Q70 Hybrid, QX60, QX60 Hybrid, QX80 2015: Q50, Q50 Hybrid, Q70, Q70 Hybrid, QX60, QX60 Hybrid, QX80 2014: Q50, Q70, QX60, QX80 2013: M37, M56, JX35, QX56 After downloading the necessary software from the Amazon Alexa Skills Store and linking it to their vehicle, owners can use their smartphone to perform voice … [Read more...] about Infiniti Upgrades Models As Far Back As 2013 With Amazon Alexa