Just this past weekend, the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas held one of its biggest events on its annual calendar: the NASCAR Cup Series. Advert | Become a Supporter & go ad-free Featuring a handful of special guest drivers including F1 champions Jenson Button and Kimi Raikkonen and multiple IMSA champion and Daytona 24 Hours winner Jordan Taylor, it was one of several major international motorsport events being held at the now ten-year-old circuit in 2023 – including the United States Grand Prix, which will take place in October. After a decade of the US Grand Prix at COTA – interrupted only by Covid – Formula 1 appears to have finally found a solid footing in America. Rather than fizzle out like so many other attempts to establish a US race over the decades, attendance at COTA has grown over recent years to the point where it now boasts the largest crowd of the season in terms of total attendance over the race weekend. F1’s arrival at COTA in 2012 … [Read more...] about ‘We were built for racing, unlike Vegas’: COTA boss not concerned by new F1 rivals
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Does Ricciardo’s return to Red Bull prove Horner was right about him leaving?
“A shitshow… You guys deserved this.” Those were Daniel Ricciardo’s thoughts on his collision with Max Verstappen during the 2018 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, the year he quit Red Bull. Advert | Become a Supporter & go ad-free The Australian admitted the team’s handling of that notorious clash had contributed to his decision to leave. The pair had twice banged wheels throughout the race, before inevitably colliding for a third time on lap 40, wiping out both drivers as Verstappen attempted to pass his team mate into turn one. The team reprimanded both drivers, but Ricciardo was left with a bitter taste in his mouth which seemingly no amount of energy drink could wash down. Ricciardo had led his new team mate during their first season together at Red Bull in 2016, but it was no secret Verstappen was on an upward trend. The gap narrowed in 2017. By 2018 it seemed Verstappen was increasingly making the team his own as he pursued his dream to become a world champion. … [Read more...] about Does Ricciardo’s return to Red Bull prove Horner was right about him leaving?
Let Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale Designer Take You On Tour Of New Supercar
Harry Metcalfe of the Harry's Garage YouTube channel and a former editor of the UK's Evo magazine got to tour the new Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale with Design Project Manager Alessandro Maccolini. Metcalfe starts with a tour of the original 33 Stradale . The company made just 18 of them but intended to produce 50 examples. They featured a 2.0-liter V8, making max power at 8,800 rpm behind the driver's head. Metcalfe didn't bring this up, but some cars had slightly different styling, like single or stacked headlights (see both variants in the gallery below). Gallery: Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale: Supercar Sunday 8 Photos He then meets with Maccolini to check out the new 33 Stradale and compare it to the original. The Alfa team got the briefing to begin working on the project two years ago. They crafted a vehicle with modern details and classic touches. The 33 … [Read more...] about Let Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale Designer Take You On Tour Of New Supercar
2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness First Drive Review: Keep On Trekking
– Springdale, Utah Subaru knows its owners better than most other carmakers. The company actually spends time camping with core buyers to see exactly how their vehicles are being used and what they want going forward. And that led directly to the new 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness. As the first name implies, it's a new version of the recently redesigned Crosstrek that was so warmly received. And the Wilderness badge makes it the latest Subaru vehicle to get more serious about off-roading, following the Forester and Outback Wilderness models before it. Quick Specs 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness Engine 2.5-Liter Four-Cylinder Output 182 Horsepower / 178 Pound-Feet Drive Type All-Wheel Drive Trim Base Price $33,290 On-Sale Date Fall 2023 Tougher By Nature Under the hood is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder boxer engine that's good for 182 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque. That's the upgraded engine … [Read more...] about 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness First Drive Review: Keep On Trekking
Make your Move! Honda Gold Wing Tour Bookings Opened!
Home Two wheelers -Irwin Mills By Irwin Mills Updated: Friday, September 29, 2023, 14:18 [IST] Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has begun accepting reservations for their leading motorcycle, the Gold Wing Tour. This prominent touring machine is competitively priced at Rs. 39,20,000 and is being introduced to India via the CBU (completely built up) route from Japan. For around 50 years, Honda's Gold Wing Tour has established a standard in luxury long-distance cruising across the globe, and this model is looking to uphold that reputation. Presenting this premier motorcycle, Mr. Tsutsumu Otani, the Managing Director, President & CEO of Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India enthusiastically stated, "We're proud to roll out the new Gold Wing Tour model in India. The Honda Gold Wing's advancements and unmatched comfort have completely revolutionized the idea of luxury motorcycle travel. We're confident that this new model will … [Read more...] about Make your Move! Honda Gold Wing Tour Bookings Opened!
Chery To Launch Three Brands Selling SUVs In Europe By End Of 2025
Chery Automobile wants to sell in Europe. The Chinese-based automaker hopes to launch new models from three of its brands on the continent by the end of 2025. The vehicles will come from its Omoda, Jaecoo, and Exlantix subsidiaries. The Omoda 5 will launch in Spain later this year. We learned in February that the crossover will also arrive in the UK in early 2024 before going on sale in Germany next April as part of its rollout strategy in Europe. It plans to offer combustion, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles to serve different regions' needs better. When the Omoda 5 lands in the UK, it'll come in the three aforementioned flavors. The EV will reportedly make 198 horsepower and go 280 miles on a single charge of its 64-kilowatt-hour battery based on the European WLTP cycle. Chery will sell the combustion-powered version in Spain, while Germany will get the gas and electric models, starting at around 30,000 euros ($31,438 at today's exchange rate). Reuters says it'll … [Read more...] about Chery To Launch Three Brands Selling SUVs In Europe By End Of 2025