Left: Gymkhana director Brian Scotto Right: Travis Pastrana

Subaru Reveals Gymkhana 2020: Travis Pastrana Takeover, Starring a Purpose-Built 862hp WRX STI

Mario Gear December 14, 2020

Subaru of America today launched its long-awaited return to the Gymkhana video franchise in partnership with Hoonigan, with Subaru Motorsports USA rally and rallycross star Travis Pastrana taking over the series from creator and rival Ken Block. Set in Pastrana’s hometown of Annapolis, Maryland, Gymkhana 2020 takes the series in a high-flying new direction and stars an 862-horsepower one-off WRX STI built by Subaru exclusively for the film. Along with the big slides and tire destruction that are typical of the Gymkhana franchise, Pastrana’s signature style and action sports background mean this installment features bigger jumps—and more raw speed—than any before it.

Designing the Bugatti Bolide

Mario Gear December 12, 2020

Take a look at the creative force that powers Bugatti, and it is immediately obvious that a team of exceptionally talented designers are committed to a legacy of design excellence. This ambition is built on the incredibly rich history of Bugatti’s acclaimed racing heritage of the glorious 1920s and 1930s while looking ahead to experiments that push the boundaries of technical innovation. As the most extreme vehicle concept in the French luxury brand’s recent history, the design journey of the Bugatti Bolide1 – aligned with the company’s core values of excellence, courage, dedication – is an inspiration in its own right.

Johnson, Pagenaud, Kobayashi and Rockenfeller to run Rolex 24 At Daytona with Action Express Racing

Mario Gear December 11, 2020

DENVER, N.C. – Action Express Racing (AXR), in concert with 13-time NASCAR Cup Series Champions Hendrick Motorsports, will field the No. 48 Ally Cadillac DPi-V.R for drivers Jimmie Johnson, Simon Pagenaud, Kamui Kobayashi, and Mike Rockenfeller in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Rolex 24 Hour At Daytona, Jan. 28-31.

Lamborghini celebrates the 30th Anniversary of the Diablo

Mario Gear December 10, 2020

December 2020 - Automobili Lamborghini celebrates the 30th Anniversary of the Diablo this year, one of the most iconic models in the history of super sports cars, and originally on the market from January 1990.

The Diablo story began in 1985. It was codenamed Project 132, with the aim of replacing the Countach at the top of the Lamborghini range. The clean and aggressive lines are the result of a project by Marcello Gandini that was partially revised by Chrysler's design center, which in the meantime became the majority shareholder of Automobili Lamborghini.

Gold Rush Is Back on Select 2021 Dodge Challenger Models

Mario Gear December 9, 2020

Dodge//SRT is brightening things up this winter by bringing back Gold Rush, the golden exterior color first introduced on the Challenger 50th Anniversary Limited Edition. Gold Rush is available on Challenger T/A, T/A 392, SRT Hellcat, and SRT Hellcat Redeye models. SRT models in Gold Rush require the Satin Black hand-painted hood, roof, and decklid.

Maserati wins the Best Event Awards 2020

Mario Gear December 8, 2020

Modena, Italy 4 December 2020. The winners of the XVII edition of the Best Event Awards competition were announced today. Maserati has carried off the highest accolade in the events sector thanks to its extraordinary “MMXX: Time to be Audacious” show, held last September to inaugurate a new era in the history of this more than a century-old Brand and reveal the new MC20 super sports car.

New 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Named Hybrid Technology Solution of the Year by AutoTech Breakthrough Awards Program

Mario Gear December 7, 2020

The 2021 Jeep® Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid has been named Hybrid Technology Solution of the Year by the AutoTech Breakthrough Awards program.

4xe is Jeep’s global name for its plug-in hybrid electric vehicle technology. Delivering up to 25 miles of nearly silent, zero-emission, electric-only propulsion, the new 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is commuter-friendly as an all-electric daily driver without range anxiety. It also is the most capable and eco-friendly off-road Jeep vehicle – combined with the open-air freedom that only Jeep Wrangler offers.

Honda Helps Protect Big Darby Nature Preserve with 90-acre Land Donation

Mario Gear December 6, 2020

Today, Honda reaffirmed its longstanding partnership with The Nature Conservancy in Ohio to protect the environmentally fragile headwaters of the Big Darby Creek watershed by donating 90 acres of land. Nearly 30 years ago, Honda of America Mfg., Inc. and the Ohio chapter of The Nature Conservancy began a public and private sector partnership to preserve this watershed, which is one of the Midwest's most biologically diverse aquatic systems.

Volkswagen Group of America gains 51 charging stations at IECC Silicon Valley Campus

Mario Gear December 4, 2020

Belmont, Calif. — Volkswagen Group of America today announced the opening of a large electric vehicle charge park at the Innovation and Engineering Center California (IECC) – Silicon Valley Campus. In addition to 11 existing charging stations on campus, a total of 51 new charging stations are now fully operable on the property and accessible to the public.

Petersen Automotive Museum To Offer Customized Virtual Field Trips For K-12 Students

Mario Gear December 3, 2020

The Petersen Automotive Museum has announced a new program to offer customized virtual school tours for students and teachers engaged in distance learning. Supported by the museum’s Hammertime Global Education program, the virtual tours are designed to educate students and inspire the next generation of car enthusiasts.

General Motors Signs MoU with Nikola to Supply Hydrotec Fuel Cell Systems

Mario Gear December 2, 2020

General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) today announced it has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Nikola Corporation for a global supply agreement to provide its Hydrotec fuel cell system for Nikola’s Class 7/8 semi-trucks. The MoU replaces the previous transaction announced on Sept. 8, 2020.

HYUNDAI DONATES $10,000 TO THE AMERICAN RED CROSS FOR HURRICANES LAURA AND DELTA RELIEF EFFORTS

Mario Sousa December 1, 2020

Hyundai Motor America today announced a donation of $10,000 to the American Red Cross Capital West Chapter to support the historic relief efforts following Hurricanes Laura and Delta.

The funds will help provide emergency lodging, food, water, relief supplies, and other support for people whose lives were upended by the record-breaking storms.

EPA CONFIRMS 250-MILE RANGE FOR VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 PRO

Mario Sousa November 30, 2020

Volkswagen of America, Inc., is pleased to announce fuel economy figures for the 2021 ID.4 electric SUV. The ID.4 1st Edition and Pro models have an EPA-estimated 250 miles of range on a single charge. The EPA-estimated fuel economy for city driving is 104 MPGe; highway driving is rated at 89 MPGe, and combined city/highway at 97 MPGe.

BUGATTI CHIRON SPORT “LES LÉGENDES DU CIEL”

Mario Gear November 28, 2020

Hand-sketched racing scenes on and in the vehicle, diamond-cut aluminum and a reminiscence that have come true of Bugatti's glorious Grand Prix days. Bugatti is honoring its “Daredevils”, famous racing drivers from the last century, with the Chiron Sport1 “Les Légendes du Ciel”. Many of them were former flying aces, daredevils, technically skilled pilots who flew without fear.

DODGE//SRT LAUNCHES BLACK FRIDAY 'DODGE POWER DOLLARS' ON 2021 DURANGO FOR A LIMITED TIME

Mario Gear November 27, 2020

Dodge//SRT is gearing up for Black Friday with the industry-exclusive “Dodge Power Dollars” program. For a limited time, Dodge is offering a $10-per-horsepower cash allowance toward the purchase of the new 2021 Durango.

PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM TO OFFER FULL VIRTUAL TOUR DURING GIVING TUESDAY

Mario Gear November 26, 2020

As part of its Giving Tuesday fundraiser on Dec. 1, 2020, the Petersen Automotive Museum will stream a two-hour-long, live tour of its exhibits and The Vault Presented by Hagerty. Viewers are encouraged to tune in to the live event and donate; the museum will use the donations to preserve its collection, support the community with free programming, and produce additional digital content during its closure.

RAM TRUCK BRAND TO LEAD PARADE FLOATS AT 94TH ANNUAL MACY’S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE®

Mario Gear November 26, 2020

The Ram Truck brand is participating in the one-of-a-kind holiday tradition as the Official Truck of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® for the sixth consecutive year. Working closely with the Macy’s team and the City of New York for the television-broadcast-only special presentation, Ram is helping to keep the holiday tradition alive as more than 15 trucks will be towing all the floats, allowing millions of New Yorkers and the nation to safely experience it from the comforts of home and bring joy into the hearts of millions across the nation.

MECUM ACHIEVES $13 MILLION IN SALES

Mario Gear November 25, 2020

Mecum Auctions’ forward momentum achieved another thrust ahead with a successful live classic and collector car auction event this past weekend in Las Vegas, as a group of 431 vehicles crossed the auction block. With bids pouring in from both live, on-site auction participants as well as those who opted to bid online from the comfort of home, the Mecum Las Vegas auction saw 316 vehicles hammer sold for a 73% sell-through rate and $13 million in overall sales.

THE NEW LEGO® TECHNIC(TM) McLAREN SENNA GTR IS UNBOXED

Mario Gear November 24, 2020

Today, an exciting new addition sped onto the track and supercar scene. Extreme to the core like its iconic real-life counterpart, the new LEGO® Technic™ McLaren Senna GTR provides the ultimate thrill for sportscar lovers and motorsport fans alike looking for their next building challenge.

TANNER FOUST DRIVES THE ALL-NEW VOLKSWAGEN ID.4

Mario Gear November 23, 2020

TANNER FOUST DRIVES THE ALL-NEW VOLKSWAGEN ID.4

Subaru Reveals Gymkhana 2020: Travis Pastrana Takeover, Starring a Purpose-Built 862hp WRX STI

Designing the Bugatti Bolide

Johnson, Pagenaud, Kobayashi and Rockenfeller to run Rolex 24 At Daytona with Action Express Racing

Lamborghini celebrates the 30th Anniversary of the Diablo

Gold Rush Is Back on Select 2021 Dodge Challenger Models

Maserati wins the Best Event Awards 2020

New 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Named Hybrid Technology Solution of the Year by AutoTech Breakthrough Awards Program

Honda Helps Protect Big Darby Nature Preserve with 90-acre Land Donation

Volkswagen Group of America gains 51 charging stations at IECC Silicon Valley Campus

Petersen Automotive Museum To Offer Customized Virtual Field Trips For K-12 Students

General Motors Signs MoU with Nikola to Supply Hydrotec Fuel Cell Systems

HYUNDAI DONATES $10,000 TO THE AMERICAN RED CROSS FOR HURRICANES LAURA AND DELTA RELIEF EFFORTS

EPA CONFIRMS 250-MILE RANGE FOR VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 PRO

BUGATTI CHIRON SPORT “LES LÉGENDES DU CIEL”

DODGE//SRT LAUNCHES BLACK FRIDAY 'DODGE POWER DOLLARS' ON 2021 DURANGO FOR A LIMITED TIME

PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM TO OFFER FULL VIRTUAL TOUR DURING GIVING TUESDAY

RAM TRUCK BRAND TO LEAD PARADE FLOATS AT 94TH ANNUAL MACY’S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE®

MECUM ACHIEVES $13 MILLION IN SALES

THE NEW LEGO® TECHNIC(TM) McLAREN SENNA GTR IS UNBOXED

TANNER FOUST DRIVES THE ALL-NEW VOLKSWAGEN ID.4

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