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“When I’m in front I can control the race,” Mortara had announced after qualifying. From the second lap on, this was the case. The Italian managed to successfully pull clear of his immediate rivals and gain more than a three-second advantage some of the time. “My car was simply perfect today,” Mortara said after crossing the finish line. “I’m proud of this success and overjoyed. I’m hoping for this to continue to tomorrow.”
Motorsports

Audi's Fifth DTM Victory

IN Audi, DTM, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Manufacturer, 2015 Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters, M4 DTM, RS5 DTM, AMG DTM

Five victories in nine races and the lead of the manufacturers’ classification - Audi is currently the best manufacturer in the DTM, halfway through the 2015 season


Ford Motor Company, as automotive sponsor of EAA's AirVenture Oshkosh air show, has been doing its part to help inspire children to become the next generation of aviation pioneers: since 2009 the company has been producing one-off Mustangs to be auctioned off at AirVenture Oshkosh - the largest annual aviation event in the world — with proceeds benefiting EAA's youth programmes.
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Fly Me To The Moon

IN Ford, Mustang, Ford Mustang, GT, Apollo, Edition, Special, Custom, Charity, Auction, 2015

What happens when you want to celebrate and pay tribute to the coolest aviation icons in a four-wheeled package? You come up with something like the Ford Mustang GT Apollo Edition.


The production-based, 330 bhp concept car is assembled in accordance with TCR Regulations and is intended to allow Volkswagen to evaluate a possible customer racing programme as of the 2016 season. In order to accelerate the development process, the new Golf will be tested under competitive conditions in the TCR between now and the end of the season.
Motorsports

TCR-prepped Golf wins at its debut race.

IN Singapore, Golf, TCR, Touringcar Racer International Series, Volkswagen, Pol Rosell

The race Golf we reported about last week made headlines by winning its debut race, claiming its first victory at the Touringcar Racer International Series (TCR) in Austria.


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Ferrari’s 458 Italia replacement lands here in Singapore.

IN Ferrari, Singapore, 488 GTB

Now with a pair of turbochargers, Maranello’s V8-powered 488 GTB (Gran Turismo Berlinetta) is a hark back to the old wall poster-worthy 308 GTB.


In fact, partner Liqui Moly Team Engstler will be running two cars at the eighth round of the Touringcar Racer International Series (TCR) at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg (A). This will be the first competitive test for the car. “The newly created TCR category provides a promising platform for customer racing — on a national and international level. With exciting races, production-based technology and reasonable costs, it offers a new outlook for private racing teams,” said Volkswagen Motorsport Director Jost Capito.
Motorsports

A Golf for the racetrack.

This TCR-ready (Touringcar Racer International Series) Golf concept is one mean wide-bodied hatchback on steroids.


The inaugural programme started with a camp held from 22 to 25 June 2015, participated by 320 lower secondary school students from 13 secondary schools in the Central Singapore District. They embarked on a learning journey to Universal Studios Singapore (USS) and were introduced to the mechanics and physics behind the construction of a theme park ride. Through guided tours and briefings conducted by trained facilitators at USS, the students picked up new knowledge on STEM principles. They were then given a chance to put what they learnt to the test.
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Fuelled To Go Further.

IN Caltex, Chevron, Central CDC, Singapore, STEM

Caltex partnered Central Singapore CDC to bring “Fuel Your School”, a global Chevron community initiative, to Singapore for the first time.


At the same time, the Wraith recorded a speed of 171 km/h as the car crossed the finish line, beating the Company’s previous Goodwood Hillclimb record that was set in 2014. The Wraith was driven by champion mountain and hillclimb driver, Joerg Weidinger.
Happenings

Sweet Success For Rolls-Royce At Goodwood 2015

IN Rolls-Royce, RR, Ghost Series II, Rolls-Royce Wraith, Goodwood Festival of Speed 2015, Goodwood FOS 2015, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Limited

Rolls-Royce celebrated a successful Goodwood Festival of Speed last weekend


An exciting newcomer to the world motor racing stage, the TCR International Series is for production touring cars, bringing major manufacturers such as Ford, Honda, Opel, Seat and Volkswagen together in a keenly-contested 11-round global series.
Motorsports

Touring Cars Are Coming To Singapore!

IN TCR, TCR International Series, Formula One, F1, Porsche Carrera Cup Asia

New TCR International Series joins Porsche Carrera Cup Asia as official support race at this year's Formula 1


Italdesign Giugiaro issued a statement saying Giorgetto Giugiaro leaves
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Giugiaro Quits Company, Audi Takes Full Control

IN Giugiaro, Italdesign, Italdesign Giugiaro, Giorgetto Giugiaro, Audi

Legendary car designer Giorgetto Giugiaro leaves the design institution that bears his name


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Swag-on | Peugeot 308 SW 1.2 Allure

IN Peugeot, Pug, 308, 308 SW, 2015 Peugeot 308 SW, Wagon, Estate, Petrol, 308 Allure, What The Pug Say, 1.2 Turbo, Turbocharged

For those who need slightly more space and versatility over a hatchback or sedan, Peugeot’s solution here is worth a closer attention


Based on the SLS, the GT S is lighter and has room in the boot for golf bags and luggage. It doesn't have gullwings though and has been designed and priced to go head-to-head with the Porsche 911, instead of the more exotic kind like its predecessor did. But the 911 seats four (well, sort of), while the GT S is a two-seater. Oh well, we'll know more when (and if) we get to drive one.
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Mercedes-AMG GT S and C 63 S Rumbles Into Town

IN Mercedes-AMG, GTS, C63, AMG, V8 Bi-turbo, Mercedes Benz, Daimler Chrysler, Cycle & Carriage

With more than 1,000 bhp between them, the new Mercedes-AMG GT S and Mercedes-AMG C 63 S flex their twin-turbo V8 muscles for their official launch at the Grand Hyatt.


That said, the Jetta is a major departure from its conservatively styled Bora (remember that one?). Walk around it, and you’ll notice how its sporty frontage is akin to a bull glaring fiercely, waiting to charge towards the matador with the VW emblem making itself known. Those new headlamps with LED daytime running light however, only come standard with this top-tier Highline version by the way. Also, Volkswagen redesigned the front bumper to improve the car's overall aerodynamics - thankfully, it still remains handsome…
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Right Proportions | Volkswagen Jetta Highline

IN Volkswagen, VW, Jetta, Highline, Jetta Highline, Sedan, Veedub, Volkswagen Group Singapore

Can the latest facelift exercise make the Jetta any more desirable?


To this end, the springs, dampers and anti-roll bars all get firmer tuning. The Active M Differential on the final drive works with its own control unit to further improve traction, allowing the driver to accelerate even more dynamically out of tight corners, for example. The steering with M-specific Servotronic function has more direct mapping while the M Dynamic Mode of the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system is focused even more intently on delivering sporty handling.
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M6 Gets Upgrade And Power Hike

IN BMW, M, M6, Coupe, Gran Coupe, Convertible, CP, Competition Pack, Munich Automobile, BMW Asia

BMW M GmbH will replace the existing Competition Package for the BMW M6 Coupe, BMW M6 Gran Coupe and BMW M6 Convertible with an upgraded version


Which is why Rolls-Royce conducts their very own driver training programme. This exclusive three-days programme teaches chauffeurs - usually sent by their employer - everything they need to know about the Rolls-Royce brand and history, followed by practical know-hows. Rolls-Royce’s ‘White Glove Programme’ initiative was first introduced in 2013; it teaches chauffeurs driving etiquette and best handling practices to deliver the brand’s exclusive ‘magic carpet ride’ to their employers, who obviously want the best comfort on the road their money could buy.
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BP Exclusive - The Rolls-Royce White Glove Programme

IN Rolls-Royce, RR, Ghost Series II, Rolls-Royce White Glove Programme, White Glove, Chauffeur, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Limited, BMW Asia

The Rolls-Royce chauffeurs are of a different breed — we went through a crash course to learn all about it


And for some — myself included — that simply, well, sucks; because along with the evolution, the cost of buying and maintaining one (servicing, petrol, road tax and insurance) has become expensive. A classic example is a fellow scribe who, having jumped from a humble Suzuki Ignis Sport - when his COE ended - to a Mark VI Golf GTI, ‘fainted and had to be revived with Axe oil rubbed into my nose’ (his exact words) the first time he pumped a full tank of petrol; the same thing happened when he did its second and third refuel. I’m equally sure most of you, who went through a similar jump, could associate with the similar scenario.My point is this: hot-hatches have grown in more ways than one.
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Flashback | Renault Clio R.S Sport

IN Renault, Clio, RenaultSport, R.S, Clio R.S, Sport, Wearnes Automotive

So the French is at it again giving us a playful little hatchback; but isn’t overly loud this time around


The WRX STI NBR 24H Challenge car, prepared by Subaru Technica International (STI) specifically for the gruelling endurance race, completed 143 laps (approximately 3,629 km) in 24 hours, 12 laps ahead of the second placed car in its class. The WRX STI NBR was entered once more in the SP3T class, for turbocharged engines up to 2,000cc, and completed the race ahead of key rivals from Audi, Ford and Seat.
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Subaru's Third Nurburgring 24-Hours Victory

IN Subaru, WRX, STI, Subaru Technica International, WRX STI NBR 24H

WRX STI finishes first in class; third class win for Subaru at gruelling 24-Hour race


During the 24 hours the lead changed 35 times — a record in the event that has been held since 1970. After the race’s midpoint, either the number ‘28’ R8 LMS or its fiercest rival was running in front, depending on the pit stop sequence. In the end, the Belgian Audi team prevailed with a concentrated performance of its drivers and solid teamwork - Audi Sport Team WRT with Christopher Mies/Nico Müller/Edward Sandström/Laurens Vanthoor was 40 seconds faster than the BMW Team Marc VDS.
Motorsports

Audi R8 LMS Wins Nurburgring 24 Hours

IN Audi, Audi R8, Audi R8 LMS, R8, R8 LMS, LMS, Nurburgring, GT3

The third Nurburgring success for Audi in four years


Speaking about the record which he set, using the standard front-wheel-drive production estate with manual transmission and Performance Pack, Spanish racing driver and Seat brand ambassador Jordi Gené, said, “It was an indescribable feeling to get the best out of this car and to be the first to achieve this record.” The sports tourer benefits significantly from the Limited Front Slip Differential (VAQ) of the Seat Leon Cupra 280 and the six-speed manual gearbox.
Happenings

It's Official: Seat Has The Fastest Estate!

IN Seat, Leon, Leon ST, Cupra, Cupra 280, Seat Leon ST Cupra 280, Nurburgring, 'Ring.

The Seat Leon ST Cupra 280 lapped the Nurburgring in 7:58.12


The announcement comes amid media reports that said the two companies are exploring numerous projects. Among them would be an arrangement in which Toyota supplies Mazda with its hydrogen fuel cell system and plug-in hybrid technology, in exchange for receiving Mazda’s fuel-efficient Skyactiv gasoline and diesel engine technology.The latest move comes as global automakers increasingly pool resources on expensive green-car development. In hydrogen fuel cell technology, for example, Nissan has teamed with Ford and Daimler AG, while Honda is working with General Motors.
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Toyota And Mazda Form Partnership

IN Toyota, Mazda, Toyota Motor Corporation, Mazda Motor Corporation

Long-term partnership signed to 'address cost and technical challenges'


The team car, a V8 Vantage GT4 N430, will run in the livery of one of the brand’s technology partners, Castrol, with further support from long-term partner Immun’age. Both partners continue to offer vital backing to the brand’s race programme, allowing the car to enter both the Dunlop Britcar 24hr Race and the famous ADAC Zurich Nürburgring 24 Hours later this year.  
Motorsports

Dr Andy Palmer: The Racing CEO

IN Aston Martin, Aston Martin V8 Vantage GT4, GT4, CEO, Andy Palmer

Barely a year into this new appointment, Aston Martin's CEO, Dr Andy Palmer, is swapping his business suit for a race suit as he lines up alongside three fellow drivers to campaign a V8 Vantage GT4.



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