Those Holy Sandals

‘A vehicle dipped in Angelic Approval.’ Pope Francis continues to champion sustainability, reflecting the environmental themes of his encyclical ‘Laudato Si’ (Praise be to you) document. Mercedes-Benz, a long-time supplier of Vatican vehicles for 94 years, developed a new electric Popemobile based on the Mercedes-Benz G-Class EV. The development took one year in close collaboration

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F1 Gossip

♖ Max Verstappen supports Sergio Perez, explaining it is ‘very rare to have a team-mate like him in F1.’ ♖ Oliver Bearman was denied the chance to drive for Haas in Abu Dhabi because the FIA did not consider him a ‘rookie’. ♖ Nico Rosberg and Martin Brundle have tipped Lando Norris to win next

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The Symphony Conductor

‘Porsche collectors don’t collect cars; they collect memories made at 7,000 RPM.’ 2019-2020, Porsche launches the Taycan, its first all-electric sports saloon. The Taycan becomes a symbol of Porsche’s electrification strategy, combining silent electric performance with Porsche’s engineering precision. From 2020 to 2022, Taycan’s sales soar, appealing to early adopters, eco-conscious buyers, and collectors. Resulting

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Old Cat New Tricks

‘Owning a TWR Supercat is like having afternoon tea with a sledgehammer.’ TWR (Tom Walkinshaw Racing) announces the Supercat, a restomod based on the Jaguar XJS that blends classic design with cutting-edge technology. Design involves collaboration with Khyzyl Saleem and Magnus Walker, combining motorsport heritage with contemporary aesthetics. It is powered by a supercharged V12

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Buy a Couple of Podiums

‘Sauber’s new motto: ‘From the sand to the tarmac, we race as one.’ Volkswagen Group is Financially Struggling. Quarter 3 profits dropped 42%, and Audi’s profits plummeted by 91%. Volkswagen shares hit a 24-year low; workers asked for a 10% pay cut. Audi’s 100% takeover plan for Sauber F1 is reconsidered due to financial challenges.

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F1 Gossip

Abu Dhabi GP Date: Sunday: 8 December 2024 Track: Yas Marina Circuit ♖ Alpine has announced that Jack Doohan will replace Esteban Ocon at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. ♖ Christian Horner has indicated that Sergio Perez is on the verge of deciding his future. ♖ MaxVerstappen has ‘lost all respect’ for George Russell following

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