Drive to Survive has been a hit for Netflix since it was first shown in 2019, helping bring rafts of new fans to F1 with unparalleled behind-the-scenes access. Haas team boss Steiner has become a fan favourite through the first two seasons of Drive to Survive, most notably for his forthright demeanour and interactions with his drivers. Read Also: No point being fake for Netflix - Steiner How Steiner's smashed office door delivers peak Netflix drama Steiner is once again a key part of the third season, which was released by Netflix on Friday morning. Former Haas driver Romain Grosjean's accident at the Bahrain Grand Prix is a major storyline late in the season, taking the focus of an entire episode. Steiner is yet to watch any of the three seasons of Drive to Survive and refuses to watch it, but said he had no issues with how Netflix delivered its storylines, saying it was the job of filmmakers to make events as dramatic as possible. "We know filmmakers, … [Read more...] about Steiner: No issues over representation in Netflix F1 series
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Infiniti QX Inspiration Concept Stalls In Hallway, Misses Debut
It's not the inspiring start when introducing a new EV concept that a company would want. Nissan and its Infiniti luxury brand intended to stage a one-two punch by debuting electric vehicle concepts at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show . A technical snafu ruined the plan when the Infiniti QX Inspiration Concept broke down before it was even able to roll onto the stage for a big unveiling. The folks at The Detroit Free Press were able to capture the unfortunate event as it happened. The QX Inspiration is Infiniti's preview for an electric luxury crossover arriving sometime in the future, and we presume it must run better than the concept. The brand doesn't provide powertrain specs beyond there being a pair of electric motors – one at each axle. A flat battery sits beneath the floor. The company claims that this layout maximizes the size of the passenger compartment in a crossover with roughly the same footprint at the current QX50 . See Infiniti and Nissan's EV … [Read more...] about Infiniti QX Inspiration Concept Stalls In Hallway, Misses Debut
New Ford Fiesta tech details and powertrain specs finally revealed
Ford packs a bounty of safety assists into the little hatchback, and occupants get a much nicer cabin, too. Ford gave the world a good luck at the next-gen Fiesta's rounder design yesterday , but the Blue Oval held back most of the technical details about the latest version of its popular hatchback until now. When the model arrives, it looks to pack a ton of cutting-edge technology in a compact package. Depending on what customers want, they can choose between the higher-riding Active model, sporty ST-Line, luxury-oriented Vignale, and stylish Titanium. (pictured from left to right below) The new Fiesta five-door measures 159.1 inches (4,040 millimeters) long, which is 2.8 inches (71 mm) more than the current model. At 68.3 inches (1,734 mm) wide, the latest model is also 0.5 inches (12 mm) broader than the present one. It rides on a 98.2-inch (2,493-mm) wheelbase – an increase of 0.2 inches (4 mm). Ford reports that the new Fiesta is a sharper handler now because … [Read more...] about New Ford Fiesta tech details and powertrain specs finally revealed
First standalone Mercedes-AMG showroom opens in Tokyo
The company already has more than 400 shops integrated in bigger Mercedes-Benz centers. Mercedes-AMG is moving from the shop-in-shop system to standalone dealerships, and the first to open its doors is a showroom in Tokyo, Japan. The car center is located in Tokyo's Setagaya district, and is focused around the Mercedes-AMG GT R , the latest addition to the sports car brand. Read also: Take A Virtual Stroll Through An Amazing AMG Performance Center So far, the German company has opened more than 400 AMG Performance Centers in 40 countries around the world, but all these are integrated into bigger Mercedes-Benz dealerships. Mercedes-AMG says in the new standalone outlet in Tokyo customers can experience the brand universe of AMG on two storeys and that the focus in the showroom is exclusively on the models and themes of the sports car and performance brand. "Based on the strategic expansion of the product range, we have vigorously pushed ahead with the … [Read more...] about First standalone Mercedes-AMG showroom opens in Tokyo
2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 revealed with 603 hp and Drift Mode
All the goodness of the new E-Class, with 603 screaming horses underhood. "The Mercedes-AMG E63 Sedan and E63 S Sedan are the most powerful E-Class variants of all time." That's how Mercedes-Benz starts its lengthy press blast about the new AMG E63 , which you can read below, but that's only half the story. What you're looking at here is one of the most luxurious, technologically advanced super sedans ever created, and it comes packed with some new cool bits that'll likely make it a total blast to drive. Under the hood is – you guessed it – Mercedes’ 4.0-liter V8 engine, with a pair of turbochargers that both use twin-scroll technology to improve performance and reduce turbo lag. In the standard E63, this engine is good for 563 horsepower (420 kilowatts) and 553 pound-feet of torque (750 Newton meters), and with 4Matic all-wheel drive, 0-60 happens in just 3.4 seconds. Even more outstanding is the E63 S, which ups the output to 603 hp (450 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm). That … [Read more...] about 2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 revealed with 603 hp and Drift Mode