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Volkswagen Takes South African Prodigy Jonathan Mogotsi to Nürburgring 24-Hour
Johannesburg, 5 February 2026 – South African motorsport fans have a new reason to celebrate as Volkswagen Motorsport South Africa announces that 2024 SupaCup champion Jonathan Mogotsi will take his racing journey to the legendary Nürburgring 24-Hour in Germany. The Johannesburg-born driver will qualify through the NLS1 and NLS2 4-Hour races before stepping into the […]
Nicki Thiim Joins DTM with Aston Martin Vantage GT3 in Dream Come True
Aston Martin Racing partner team Comtoyou Racing has confirmed that works driver Nicki Thiim (DEN) will compete in the 2026 DTM, piloting one of the Belgian squad’s two Vantage GT3 cars. This marks a historic first: a works Aston Martin driver in Germany’s most prestigious GT-only series, driving the ultra-luxury British marque’s Vantage GT3. Building […]
Smart #5 Earns Euro NCAP “Best in Class” for Safest Large SUV of 2025
January 20, 2026, Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany. The all-electric smart #51 has been awarded the Euro NCAP2 “Best in Class” Award for Safest Large SUV of 2025. smart’s newest model earned a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating in September with the top overall score among all large SUVs tested in 2025.In Euro NCAP’s busiest-ever year for testing, the smart #5 […]
YANGWANG U9 Xtreme’s 308mph Triumph Named TopGear.com’s Moment of the Year 2026
In a stunning showcase of electric performance, the YANGWANG U9 Xtreme has been crowned TopGear.com’s ‘Moment of the Year’ for 2026 following its record-breaking 308.4mph run. Achieved at Germany’s ATP Papenburg test track on 14 September 2025, the feat cemented the U9 Xtreme as the fastest production car on the planet, sending shockwaves through the […]
INEOS Grenadier Strengthens Mülheim Fire & Rescue Fleet with Specialist 4X4s
Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany – 19 November 2025 – The fire and rescue services of Mülheim an der Ruhr have welcomed three specially converted INEOS Grenadier 4X4s, marking a significant enhancement to the city’s first response and reconnaissance capabilities. The fleet includes two Grenadier Station Wagons and a Quartermaster double cab pick-up, each modified […]
TUM Triumphs as A2RL Delivers World’s First Six-Car Autonomous Grand Final
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 17 November 2025 – The Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) reached a historic milestone as six fully autonomous racecars competed in the world’s first six-car Grand Final at Yas Marina Circuit. Germany’s TUM retained its championship title, showcasing the rapid evolution of AI-driven motorsport and signaling a new era in […]
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Joint Venture Advances Next-Gen Software-Defined Vehicles
Wolfsburg, Germany / Palo Alto, California – November 12, 2025 – Just one year after its inception, the joint venture between Rivian and Volkswagen Group, “RV Tech,” is already making significant strides in shaping the future of automotive technology. With a focus on developing a state-of-the-art zonal architecture and software for software-defined vehicles (SDVs), the […]
Horse Powertrain Debuts Advanced Engine Line-up at AGRITECHNICA 2025
Hanover, Germany – 07 November 2025 — Horse Powertrain is set to make a significant impact at AGRITECHNICA 2025 as it unveils an extensive portfolio of innovative propulsion and range-extender solutions developed specifically for the agricultural and industrial sectors. Exhibiting under its Horse Technologies division, the company reinforces its ambition to support global markets with […]
Hyundai Motor Group Strengthens European Footprint with €150 Million Square Campus Expansion
Rüsselsheim am Main, Germany – November 6, 2025 – Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) today marked a major milestone in its European strategy with the opening of Square Campus, a €150 million expansion at the Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Center (HMETC) in Rüsselsheim am Main, Germany. This state-of-the-art facility underscores the Group’s commitment to innovation, engineering […]
Pushing Limits: The CONCEPT AMG GT TRACK SPORT
A Vision in Motion: AMG’s Next Evolution Affalterbach, Germany – Beneath a shroud of camouflage streaked in red and yellow, a new beast awakens. The CONCEPT AMG GT TRACK SPORT isn’t just another prototype – it’s a statement of intent, a visceral promise from Mercedes-AMG that the pursuit of pure performance never rests. Developed with […]
YANGWANG U9 Xtreme Shatters Nürburgring Record – The World’s Fastest EV Takes on the ‘Green Hell’
Nürburgring, Germany – October 2025 Already crowned the fastest car on the planet, the YANGWANG U9 Xtreme has cemented its place in automotive history yet again — this time on one of the world’s most unforgiving racetracks. Just a month after achieving a world-record top speed of 496.22 km/h at ATP Papenburg, BYD’s luxury performance […]
SENSING CORE: Motorsport-Proven Technology Elevates Safety and Efficiency
Offenbach, Germany – 20 October 2025 – Tested in the unforgiving environment of the Nürburgring, SENSING CORE, the sensorless tyre technology from Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. (SRI), has proven its ability to deliver predictive safety alerts and optimise performance under extreme motorsport conditions. Deployed on the Falken Porsche 911 GT3 R during the full 2025 […]