Motorsports

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 15, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 15, 2024 – Stellantis, one of the world's leading automakers, has demonstrated resilience and strong performance in the European market despite ongoing challenges. The company has maintained its position as the second-largest automaker in Europe, holding a market share of nearly 18%.

Sustained Growth Across Multiple Markets

Stellantis has shown consistent growth across several key European markets, including France, Italy, Portugal, Austria, Germany, and Poland.

In France, Stellantis holds the top spot with a 30% market share, boasting four models in the top ten: Peugeot 208, 308, 2008, and Citroën C3.

Italy also sees Stellantis in the lead with over 32% market share, featuring four models in the top ten, including the Fiat Panda, Lancia Ypsilon, Citroën C3, and the Jeep Avenger, which has become the most sold SUV in Italy.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 7, 2024 –  Alpine Endurance Team has wrapped up its 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship campaign, marking the end of a learning year for its A424 Hypercar. The team secured a fourth-place finish in the 8 Hours of Bahrain, a race marked by intense competition. This result solidified their fourth-place standing in the World Endurance Manufacturers' Championship.

While the 2024 season has concluded, Alpine is already shifting its focus to the challenges and opportunities of 2025.  This forward-looking approach includes participation in the Rookies Tests this Sunday, with Jules Gounon and Victor Martins taking the wheel. This initiative highlights Alpine's commitment to developing young talent and preparing for future racing endeavors.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 7, 2024 – World Bicycle Relief, a global non-profit organization dedicated to providing access to transportation in developing countries, has announced that Giant Group, the parent company of Giant, Liv, Momentum, and CADEX, will receive the 2024 Trailblazer Award. This prestigious award recognizes organizations and individuals who have made significant contributions to improving lives through transportation.

Giant Group has been a crucial partner of World Bicycle Relief for over 15 years, playing a key role in the design and manufacturing of the Buffalo Bicycle. This specially designed bike is built to withstand the challenging conditions in rural areas, providing reliable transportation for people in need.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 6, 2024 – Team Peugeot TotalEnergies concluded their FIA World Endurance Championship season with a hard-fought podium finish in Bahrain, demonstrating resilience and a strong race strategy despite a challenging start to the year.

The team's #93 PEUGEOT 9X8, driven by Nico Müller and Mikkel Jensen, secured a third-place finish after starting at the back of the grid due to cancelled qualifying times. This impressive comeback showcased the car's pace and the team's strategic prowess.

"It was a hard race but we managed to secure a superb result in the end," said Nico Müller. "We started at the back of the grid because our qualifying times were cancelled, but we managed to produce a stunning comeback to finish on the podium!"

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 6, 2024 – Peugeot is thrilled to announce the launch of its new "Style" series, bringing enhanced accessibility to four of its flagship models: the 208, 2008, 308, and 308 SW. 
Available in electric, hybrid, and combustion engine versions, the Peugeot "Style" series offers drivers an exceptional blend of elegance, performance, and affordability.

"With the new Style series, PEUGEOT is making four of its flagship models even more accessible." 
A Commitment to Accessible Mobility
The "Style" series underscores Peugeot's dedication to providing a wide range of mobility solutions, including electric vehicles (EVs), to a broader audience.

"Determined to continue offering mobility solutions, particularly electric mobility, accessible to the greatest number, PEUGEOT launches the Style series on four of its most successful models in Europe..."

Exceptional Driving Experience

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 6, 2024 – Vittoria, a global leader in cycling tire technology, has announced the opening of VittoriaLabs in Italy, a cutting-edge research and development center dedicated to shaping the future of cycling performance. This strategic move follows the recent launch of their operational center in Thailand, further solidifying Vittoria's commitment to innovation and excellence in the cycling industry.

VittoriaLabs, spanning an impressive 430 square meters, is equipped with eight high-performance machines designed to push the boundaries of tire technology. This new facility complements Vittoria's existing infrastructure, including the operational center in Thailand, featuring advanced machinery for tire system and accessory research and development, and Vittoria Park, a dedicated test facility boasting 5 kilometers of track for real-world performance evaluation.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 6, 2024 – Hankook Tire, a global leader in the tire industry, has announced a significant step forward in its sustainability journey. The company has begun mass production of tires using three types of ISCC (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification) Plus certified carbon black derived from end-of-life tire pyrolysis oil. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the company's commitment to environmental responsibility and its pursuit of a circular economy.

This breakthrough is the result of a collaborative effort within the Tire-to-Tire Circular Economy Model consortium, a group of 12 Korean companies and institutions, including Hankook Tire, dedicated to establishing a circular economy for tire production in South Korea. The consortium aims to address the growing global demand for carbon neutrality and sustainable materials in the tire industry.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 6, 2024 – Apollo Tyres has launched the Vredestein Traxion CropCare, its first VF (Very-High Flexion) sprayer tire. The new tire has been engineered for trailed and self-propelled sprayers and will be available in two sizes (VF 380/90 R46 and VF 380/105 R50) in early 2025.

Apollo says the tires will set new standards for stability, self-cleaning, and long life in the crop tire segment. The company is confident that the new tire will be a valuable addition to its agricultural tire portfolio.

"This product will be an important addition to our VF agricultural portfolio, ensuring we have highly competitive solutions across all key categories," commented Guido Boerkamp, head of off-highway tires Europe at Apollo Tyres.

Meeting the Needs of Arable Farmers and Contractors

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 6, 2024 –  Continental, a leading global tire manufacturer renowned for its cutting-edge technology, today announced that its ultra-high-performance SportContact 7 tire has been selected as original equipment for the Brabus Rocket GTS. This marks a significant milestone as Brabus launches its first-ever supercar, a  breathtaking  machine based on the Mercedes SL with a shooting brake body.

"We are incredibly proud that Brabus has chosen the SportContact 7 for their groundbreaking Rocket GTS supercar," said a spokesperson for Continental. "This tire represents the pinnacle of our engineering, making it the ideal choice to unleash the full potential of this high-performance vehicle."

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 6, 2024 – Continental, a leading tire manufacturer, has announced that its SportContact 7 tires have been selected by Brabus for its first-ever supercar, the Rocket GTS. This high-performance vehicle is based on the Mercedes SL and boasts a shooting brake body.

"The Brabus Rocket GTS is a truly exceptional vehicle, and we are proud to have our SportContact 7 tires play a role in its performance," said a Continental spokesperson. "These tires are designed to provide exceptional grip and handling, even at high speeds, making them the perfect choice for this supercar."

The SportContact 7 tires will be supplied in two sizes: 275/35 ZR 21 for the front axle and 335/25 ZR 22 for the rear axle. These tires will be mounted on Brabus Monoblock P Platinum Edition wheels, which were specially designed for the Rocket GTS. The wheels feature five spokes and a central locking mechanism.