As it stands the event is simply listed as the Auckland SuperSprint on the calendar, with Supercars yet to formally declare if the races will take place at Pukekohe or Hampton Downs. Motorsport.com understands that Pukekohe is now the front-runner to host the Aussie series for its annual trip across the Tasman. That would align with the event's backing from Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED), with Pukekohe in the Auckland local government region while Hampton Downs is in neighbouring Waikato. Pukekohe is the traditional home of Supercars in NZ, however a date bungle involving local legislation forced Supercars to move its proposed 2020 ANZAC Day event to Hampton Downs. That event was ultimately cancelled due to the global health crisis and strict border controls in both Australia and New Zealand. There's plenty of optimism around this year's event going ahead due to the recent announcement of a travel bubble between the two countries . … [Read more...] about Pukekohe favourite to host Supercars in 2021
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This particular chassis was built by GM homologation team Triple Eight Race Engineering, and will underpin the prototype Supercars-spec Chevrolet Camaro. The most significant change compared to the current chassis is removable front and rear sections, which will allow faster repairs on race weekends. There are also safety upgrades including a more central driving position to move the driver further from the right-hand door and a hatch in the roof to allow better access for medical crews. The chassis is also visibly lower than its predecessor as the category moves away from its sedan roots and properly embraces two-door muscle cars like the Camaro and the Ford Mustang. “We’re excited to present this latest milestone in the Gen3 programme,” said Supercars CEO Sean Seamer. "I'd like to thank the team that have put in thousands of hours to reach this point, particularly Triple Eight Race Engineering. “We’re proud of the developments with regards to safety and … [Read more...] about Supercars Gen3 chassis breaks cover
VW ID.4 GTX Teased To Spearhead ID Electric Performance Range
It will debut on April 28. We got our first unofficial glimpse at the Volkswagen ID.4 GTX approximately a year ago when a prototype was spied testing on public roads. It has been one of the industry’s worst kept secrets that the Wolfsburg-based automaker is preparing a sportier version of the electric crossover. Now, it’s officially official and it turns out GTX will be more than just a single model. Volkswagen says the ID.4 GTX will make its debut on April 28 and will be the first of several performance ID models to come. Think of the GTX suffix as the electric equivalent to the GTI, GTD, and GTE, which the brand uses for its performance gas, hybrid, and diesel models. First Spy Photos And Details: VW ID.4 GTX High-Performance EV Spied For The First Time VW ID.4 GTX Debuts Next Spring With More Power And AWD, But Less Range "The letters GT have long stood for driving pleasure," Klaus Zellmer, Board Member for Marketing and Sales at the Volkswagen … [Read more...] about VW ID.4 GTX Teased To Spearhead ID Electric Performance Range