Month: July 2024

Open Extended Reactions Oliver Oakes has been appointed as Alpine team boss. Joe Portlock – Formula 1/Formula Motorsport Limited via Getty Images Alpine has appointed Oliver Oakes as the boss of its Formula One team, replacing the outgoing Bruno Famin. Oakes, founder of the feeder series team Hitech GP, will become the second youngest F1 boss
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Open Extended Reactions Williams boss James Vowles was surprised neither Red Bull nor Mercedes showed serious interest in Carlos Sainz for 2025 and beyond. Sainz, set to be replaced at Ferrari by Lewis Hamilton, will join Williams on a multiyear deal next season. The deal ended months of speculation about his future, but during a
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By Zachary Visconti Posted on July 29, 2024 Automotive chemical manufacturer Prestone is currently developing a low-conductivity electric vehicle (EV) coolant that scientists hope can increase EV efficiency. While ethylene glycol is used in both gas vehicles and EVs, including Teslas, Prestone has increased its research and development budget for learning about less conductive cooling
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The world’s most famous automotive seat manufacturer is out of money. On Monday, Automobilwoche reported Recaro Automotive filed bankruptcy through Germany’s Esslingen District Court. Recaro Automotive GmbH reportedly has 215 employees at its factory in Kirchheim under Teck, Germany. Autocar reported employees were caught off guard and not made aware of the bankruptcy filing beforehand. “We expect all
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Open Extended Reactions Lewis Hamilton said his record-extending 105th Formula One win at the Belgian Grand Prix was bittersweet given Mercedes teammate George Russell‘s disqualification from victory. Hamilton inherited the Spa win after Russell’s car was found to be underneath the minimum weight requirement for every car at the end of an event. Editor’s Picks
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Toyota Denies Warranty For GR Corolla Fire, Claims Tires Rated Below 85 MPH | Carscoops Toyota refuses help for GR Corolla owner after engine fire, citing potential speed and tire issues. https://www.carscoops.com/author/bradcarscoops-com/ by Brad Anderson 1 hour ago GR Corolla engine catches fire while driving on highway. Toyota denies responsibility, blames speed and tire conditions.
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BEIJING, CHINA – JULY 11: People take photos of WeRide Robobus, a fully-driverless shuttle capable of SAE Level 4 autonomous driving, at Beijing High-level Autonomous Driving Demonstration Area on July 11, 2024 in Beijing, China. (Photo by Jia Tianyong/China News Service/VCG via Getty Images) China News Service | China News Service | Getty Images Self-driving
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Open Extended Reactions Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz will join Williams in 2025, the team confirmed Monday, ending months of speculation about the Spanish driver’s future. Sainz has signed on a multi-year Williams deal, meaning he will drive alongside Alex Albon in 2025. Editor’s Picks 1 Related Announcing the deal, Williams said he will race at
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Ferrari Exec Targeted By Deepfake Scammers Posing As CEO | Carscoops The high-ranking executive was clever enough to ask a personal question for identification purposes 3 hours ago A Ferrari executive was targeted by a deepfake scam earlier this month. The fraudster used AI to impersonate the Ferrari CEO and request transaction help. Fortunately, the
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Laurence Edmondson, F1 EditorJul 29, 2024, 08:20 AM ET Close • Joined ESPN in 2009• An FIA accredited F1 journalist since 2011 Open Extended Reactions Carlos Sainz is yet to make a decision on his future ahead of his exit from Ferrari. Photo by Clive Rose – Formula 1/Formula 1 via Getty Images Williams team principal James Vowles
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Ford Mustang Driver Turns Idaho Home Into Drive-Thru | Carscoops A teenage passegnger suffered only minor injuries from the Mustang’s ill-fated rendezvous with the house 1 hour ago Ford Mustang crashes into Idaho home, injuring teenage passenger. The driver reportedly fled the scene but was later apprehended by police. Suspect faces multiple charges including felony
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By Maria Merano Posted on July 28, 2024 Tesla batteries are powering houses in Ukraine as Russia continues attacking the country’s energy infrastructure.  Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure have left many Ukrainians without power. The owner of Ukrainian Autonomous Systems, Oleksandr Bentsa, realized he could salvage batteries from damaged Tesla to power Ukraine’s homes
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George Russell has been stripped of his victory at the Belgian Grand Prix after his Mercedes car was found to be underweight after the chequered flag. The decision means teammate Lewis Hamilton was promoted to first place, securing his second victory of the season after his win at the British Grand Prix earlier this month.
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Off-Duty Police Officer Causes Crazy Four-Car Crash | Carscoops Dashcam video from Ohio shows a police officer stopped on a road 2 hours ago A 38-year-old off-duty police officer rammed into the back of a car and caused a four-car pile-up. The officer immediately admitted fault and received at least three citations. Authorities reported no
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Laurence Edmondson, F1 EditorJul 27, 2024, 01:14 PM ET Close • Joined ESPN in 2009• An FIA accredited F1 journalist since 2011 Open Extended Reactions SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS, Belgium — Max Verstappen is approaching Sunday’s Belgian Grand Prix as a damage limitation exercise as he prepares to start the race from 11th on the grid. The Red Bull driver
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In this article F Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT The Ford display at the New York International Auto Show on March 28, 2024.  Danielle DeVries | CNBC DETROIT – Ford Motor is set to report second-quarter earnings after the markets close Wednesday. The Detroit automaker’s results are expected to be relatively healthy, although down
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