SEMA Ignited

Mario Sousa October 11, 2022

The SEMA Friday Experience Ticket Friday Access to the trade-only SEMA Show and More…

We Here at GearVlogz wanted you to share with you this rare opportunity to know about the SEMA Friday Experience Ticket. This limited ticket offering includes a SEMA Individual Membership which allows auto enthusiasts to access the trade-only SEMA Show in Las Vegas on Friday November 4, 2022, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The SEMA Show offers the ultimate attendee experience like no other trade show on the planet, it's the best place to see the newest automotive performance products and to discover the latest product and vehicle trends.

The ticket also includes access to the newly expanded SEMA Ignited after-party on the same day beginning at 3:00 pm until 10:00 pm with demonstrations from Formula DRIFT drivers and the Urias Globe of Death–a group of daredevil motorcycle riders who perform jaw-dropping stunts in a mesh sphere ball.

The SEMA Friday Experience ticket price is $70 if purchased by October 28th or $100 beginning October 29th.

Visit www.SEMAignited.com for event information and ticket restrictions.

Bugatti Riyadh Becomes Marque’s Newest Middle Eastern Showroom

Mario Sousa November 30, 2021

Ever since the introduction of the trailblazing Veyron in 2005, customers in Saudi Arabia have been drawn to Bugatti – seduced by its performance, luxury, and exclusivity. The Kingdom has grown – as Bugatti has evolved – into one of the largest markets for the world’s most exclusive hyper sports cars. Today, in partnership with SAMACO Automotive, the magic of Bugatti ownership in Saudi Arabia is more accessible than ever with the launch of Bugatti Riyadh, one of the largest Bugatti showrooms in the world.

The flagship site is nestled within one of Riyadh’s most sought-after districts, perfectly placed, and meticulously designed, to house some of the most advanced hyper sports cars ever created. During a special launch event hosted on November 16th, two of Bugatti’s latest creations, Chiron Pur Sport1 and Chiron Super Sport2, were the guests of honor.

As with any of Bugatti’s global partners, the new Riyadh showroom provides visitors with the special brand experience that customers and guests enjoy at Bugatti’s headquarters in Molsheim, France. The contemporary presentation is dominated by cutting-edge design and fine materials, with distinctive lines and clear surfaces reminiscent of Bugatti hyper sports cars.

Hendrik Malinowski, Bugatti’s Managing Director for Sales and Marketing said: “Saudi Arabia has historically been one of the strongest markets for us. So, to be able to establish a magnificent presence in Riyadh, with the help of our partners at SAMACO Automotive, is a remarkable milestone that we have been looking forward to. Saudi Arabia will only grow in importance as a hub for international trade and as a vibrant, prosperous society. And as it grows, we too will continue to thrive.”

Sheikh Mohammed Raffa, CEO of SAMACO Automotive, commented: “Bugatti’s creations are without equal. I am thrilled to welcome the brand to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and our capital city, Riyadh, which is already home to many of Bugatti’s passionate enthusiasts and customers. I have no doubt that this is the beginning of a long and prosperous partnership between us, and we have many exciting plans to instill the magic of Bugatti across the region which will see the brand’s presence grow significantly.”

Bugatti hosted its very first drive event in Saudi Arabia, as customers explored the dynamism of the Chiron Pur Sport on the coastal roads of Jeddah and the rolling horizons around the city of Riyadh. Bugatti also chose Saudi Arabia as the Middle Eastern location to debut the Chiron Sport ‘Les Legendes du Ciel’ – an exclusive edition paying homage to legendary French pilots central to Bugatti’s history and enduring legend.

In the coming days, Bugatti Riyadh will invite luminaries of the Kingdom to experience the Chiron Pur Sport and the Chiron Super Sport as part of an exclusive event, where clients will have the opportunity to experience the spectrum of performance of the Chiron3 family.

As the most agile Chiron, the Pur Sport is built to conquer corners and to do so with the utmost composure. A tuned chassis combined with dynamic torque vectoring perfectly complement the 1,500PS 8.0-liter W16 engine – always the beating heart and most visceral aspect of the hyper sports car.

The Chiron Super Sport can cover ground like no other automobile. With a top speed of 440 km/h, it is the fastest Bugatti production vehicle, thanks in large part to the completely revised 8.0-liter W16 engine, which produces 1,600 PS. This state-of-the-art marvel of engineering is housed within the hyper sports car’s “longtail” bodywork – extended by approximately 25cm for optimal airflow – creating a combination that knows no equal when it comes to automotive longitudinal performance.

In addition to the grand opening of the showroom, Bugatti Riyadh was also out in force at one of the premier automotive gatherings in the region: the Riyadh Car Show. With a global and regional audience of Bugatti customers and enthusiasts in attendance, the Chiron Sport4, Pur Sport, SuperSport and Bolide5 stood proud alongside some of the world’s leading brands.

GMC HUMMER EV Teams Up for Off-Road Extreme E Racing Series

Mario Gear January 27, 2021

GMC announced today a new multiyear sponsorship with Chip Ganassi Racing for the team’s first electric racing venture in the inaugural Extreme E season in 2021. CGR’s 550-horsepower electric SUV, which features a unique grille, graphics, and bodywork, was inspired by the GMC HUMMER EV, the world’s first all-electric supertruck.

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Repeating History by Preserving, Restoring and Sharing Historic and Authentic Race Cars on Track

Mario Gear January 26, 2021

For years, old race cars were just that. Forgotten machines relegated to museums, private collections, left covered in dusty garages, and even tucked away in barns. There wasn’t a calling to keep them running nor was there a suitable venue to safely exercise them.

2021 Porsche Panamera Turbo S sets production sedan benchmark

Mario Gear January 25, 2021

Atlanta, Georgia. The new 2021 Porsche Panamera Turbo S has taken its latest step as it demonstrates its capabilities on demanding courses around the world. After achieving a then-record lap at Germany’s Nürburgring Nordschleife before its official unveiling late last year, the Panamera Turbo S traveled to Porsche Cars North America’s home and on to its local track – Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta to set a benchmark lap time of 1 minute and 31.51 seconds. PCNA enlisted professional race car driver Leh Keen to showcase the significantly enhanced driving capabilities of the new Panamera on the 2.54-mile race track in November.

New tasks for Bugatti Head of Technical Development

Mario Gear January 24, 2021

Divo, Centodieci, Chiron Pur Sport, as well as the development of the world record-breaking Chiron Super Sport 300+2 and the technically extreme Bolide2 concept car: the list of sensational hyper sports cars from Bugatti that have been developed under the direction of Stefan Ellrott as Member of Bugatti’s Executive Board and Head of Technical Development is very long indeed. From February, the outstanding engineer will take on new responsibilities as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for Compact Vehicles at the brand Volkswagen Passenger Cars. Until further notice, Gregor Gries, previously Head of Powertrain Development at Bugatti, will take charge of the Technical Development department at Bugatti.

McLaren Automotive delivers 1,000th new vehicle in Canada

Mario Gear January 23, 2021

Luxury supercar maker McLaren Automotive has retailed its 1,000th new vehicle in Canada, less than a decade after the brand first opened its doors in the country in 2012.

The 1,000th unit, an Onyx Black 2020 720S Coupe, neatly mirrors the first McLaren delivered in Canada, a Black 2012 McLaren 12C. Both were delivered from McLaren Toronto, the country’s first McLaren retail point.

Goodguys Rod & Custom Association names Kahn Media agency of record

Mario Gear January 22, 2021

Goodguys Rod & Custom Association, the organizer of America's premier hot rod and custom car events, has announced that Kahn Media will exclusively represent the automotive event producer as its Agency of Record. Kahn Media will use its public relations, social media, and digital marketing expertise to expand consumer awareness of the Goodguys organization and the 19 events it is hosting around the United States in 2021.

Volkswagen to end production of Golf for U.S. market

Mario Gear January 21, 2021

Volkswagen of America announced today that the critically-acclaimed Volkswagen Golf ended production for the U.S. market last week. Volkswagen expects that the model year 2021 Golf models built at the Puebla, Mexico plant will sustain sales of the affordable, European-designed hatchback through year-end. The Golf family name will carry on in the model year 2022 with the introduction of the all-new Mk 8 Golf GTI and Golf R, arriving this Fall.

The driving force behind the Flying Spur V8

Mario Gear January 18, 2021

The new Flying Spur V8 builds on Bentley’s more than 60-year tradition of using cross-plane V8 engines. The V8-powered Flying Spur offers a characterful engine note, greater range between fuel stops, and a reduction in CO2 emissions – while still offering breath-taking performance. This unlikely combination has been achieved by using the latest engineering knowledge and technology.

Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport – Delivery to Customers begins

Mario Gear January 17, 2021

Molsheim/ Greenwich, 15 January 2021. 2021 begins with the world's first delivery of a Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport1 in the USA. Bugatti Greenwich, the official dealer partner of the French luxury brand, recently handed over to its customer the keys to happiness. "Bugatti of Greenwich is honored to have delivered the world’s first Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport to a very valued and loyal client. A long time Bugatti aficionado who now holds the keys to the purest Bugatti ever made," says Evan Cygler, Sales Manager Bugatti Greenwich.

Huber pays homage to the Lamborghini Aventador and reveals the ERA

Mario Gear January 16, 2021

Huber is a bespoke coachbuilder based in the United Arab Emirates with an international audience of supercar owners who seek excellence and world-class quality when it comes to reﬁning their vehicles.

Entitled ‘Era’ to mark ten years of the Lamborghini Aventador, and to pay homage to the end of its production, the team has focused on creating a new kind of aero package that pays homage to the original Aventador DNA. The Huber Era aspires to usher in a new way that automotive design thinks about the aftermarket.

Toyota Research Institute and Stanford University’s Dynamic Design Lab Study How to Improve Automotive Safety

Mario Gear January 15, 2021

What if every driver who ran into trouble had the instinctive reflexes of a professional race car driver and the calculated foresight of a supercomputer to avoid a crash? Researchers at Toyota Research Institute are working with Stanford’s Dynamic Design Lab to make this vision come true.

FCA at CES 2021

Mario Gear January 14, 2021

Auburn Hills, Mich. - FCA is participating virtually in CES 2021 from January 11 through January 14 to demonstrate the company’s newest technologies via highly detailed interactive product tours. Users can venture through a computer-generated, visually immersive experience with video explanations from the subject matter experts, hosted by a virtual brand ambassador.

FCA US Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-year 2020 Sales Results

Mario Gear January 13, 2021

Auburn Hills, Mich. - FCA US LLC sold 499,431 vehicles in the fourth quarter and 1,820,636 vehicles for 2020 as a resilient dealer network offset much of the decline in fleet sales caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Truck Customers Make Ford F-Series America’s Best-Selling Pickup For 44 Straight Years

Mario Gear January 12, 2021

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) today reported its fourth-quarter 2020 U.S. sales results.

New Management Roles Defined at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

Mario Sousa January 11, 2021

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca today announced the promotion of two executive committee members to new positions that will help guide the business of the Laguna Seca Recreation Area through 2021. Jeanie Sumners will be promoted to Director of Marketing, and Barry Toepke will be appointed to a new position of Director of Heritage Events and Public Relations.

Generations of Innovation: The Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Mario Gear January 10, 2021

With every generation throughout its storied history, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and its predecessor models have consistently set new and previously unimaginable standards in automotive engineering. The following provides an overview of some of the most significant innovations found in the S-Class throughout its highly successful past.

Singer presents first race restoration for client

Mario Gear January 9, 2021

At the request of a long-term client, Singer has looked to a golden era of Porsche rallying in the 1980s, and to automotive heroes including the 911 SC/RS and 959, to reimagine his air-cooled 911s as World Rally Championship-inspired, all-terrain competition machines.

Corvette Engineering Team’s Journey to Build the Mid-Engine Supercar

Mario Gear January 8, 2021

Chevrolet released the second chapter of its two-part documentary: “Revolution: The Mid-Engine Corvette Development Story.” This episode follows the Corvette engineering team’s journey to build a supercar for every day – with superior ride comfort on the highway and well-balanced handling on the track – while also chronicling the rigorous performance testing process at the most demanding track in the world.