Six weeks before the end of the season, 22-year-old Finn Kalle Rovanperä and co-driver Jonne Halttunen win the world championship title in the Toyota GR Yaris Rally1. The DTM customers of KW Automotive Group also have reason to celebrate.

At the finale at the Hockenheimring, they crowned themselves with four titles: Olaf Manthey wins the DTM Classic Cup in the BMW 635 CSi, KW sales representative Tim Heinemann (center and right gallery) wins the DTM Trophy in the Toyota GR Supra GT4, and BMW Motorsport Team Schubert Motorsport has double the joy.

The BMW M4 GT3 won the team classification and driver Sheldon Van der Linde was victorious in the drivers' championship (gallery left).

Victories in various championships
While some motorsport customers are still racing for their title wins and victories on the circuit, gravel, snow or mud, BMW Motorsport and Toyota Gazoo Racing have won important championships. The new BMW M4 GT3 customer sports race car showed itself from its best side in its debut year. The race car, homologated by KW with its five-way performance-adjustable solid-piston dampers, celebrated impressive successes in various endurance races and GT3 races.

From the race room to a real circuit
From the PC with the sim racing simulation Race Room to real motorsport is no longer an unusual motorsport career. In addition to numerous sim racing titles, Tim Heinemann, who works in motorsport sales at KW, has already won various one-make cups in the past and in 2022 won the DTM Trophy championship for the second time. This time on a Toyota GR Supra GT4 of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Germany powered by Ring Racing team with KW solid piston dampers.

Ford Focus ST optionally with suspension from KW
It recently became official that the current Ford Focus ST can now be ordered with an optional suspension system from KW. In addition to Ford, more and more car manufacturers are also commissioning the company to develop and manufacture suspension components.

In the customer sports program of BMW and Porsche alone, such as the GT3 race cars in the DTM, KW developments have been relied on for years.

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The auction house RM Sotheby's will put Freddie Mercury's personal car, a 1974 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow, up for auction. The celebrated singer of the rock band Queen bought the car in 1974 to be chauffeured in it, because he never had a driver's license himself. After his death in 1991, Freddie's sister took over the Rolls-Royce.

Financial injection for the construction of a hospital
With the sale of this vehicle, RM now offers the unique opportunity to acquire a piece of rock history and at the same time support the organization Superhumans of Ukraine. The financial injection will benefit the construction of a hospital in the province of Lviv. There, 3000 patients should be able to be treated annually.

The Silver Shadow was delivered in 1974 in the body color Silver Chalice and with blue interior and the registration number WLX 293M. Its authenticity is confirmed by former girlfriend Mary Austin and band manager Jim Beach. The latter also knows that the car was taken over by Freddie's sister Kashmira Cook in 2003.

More details are available on rmsothebys.com

This year, the exhibition area of the popular public fair was expanded and now covers around 30,000 square meters, distributed over six halls, two tent halls and the outdoor area. Also this year, a wide variety of trends and innovations await an interested audience.

Exhibition manager Mario Kovacevic: "This year there are even more exhibitors than last year. In addition, we have various world firsts in the motorhome and caravan sector at the start."

Swiss importers show new vans
Mercedes-Benz demonstrates through modular installation systems how not only a bed but also any board can be accommodated in a premium van. Whether with a new variant of the Marco Polo luxury camper (gallery left) or with an even more compact version of the new T-Class with camping module - every trip can be made comfortable.

VW Commercial Vehicles is presenting the complete California family: starting with the Caddy California Spirit Maxi through various California 6.1 models to the 680 version of the Grand California. Two highlights on the stand are the Multivan with a plug-in hybrid drive and the new ID. Buzz (gallery on the right).

One year after the launch of the Citroën Space Tourer Camper with rear kitchen now follows the model extension. The popular camper is now available with a side kitchen. Thanks to this modular side kitchen and the removable seats, the vehicle adapts to virtually all personal needs. AutoSprintCH reported.

Renault presents its innovative Renault Hippie Caviar Motel (center gallery) and the new edition of the Renault SpaceNomad Camper. The Hippie Caviar conveys a desire to travel at first glance. The show car based on the new Renault Kangoo Van L2 E-Tech Electric is a mobile accommodation for adventurers and sports enthusiasts.

Useful information and camping award
A particularly popular program item at the Suisse Caravan Salon are the lectures. This year, among other things, there will be information on various travel destinations as well as on topics such as gas or solar power. Visitors will also learn how to take really good travel photos. In addition, the Camping Award will be presented for the second time. The top campsites in Switzerland will be honored.

Food zone, driving course, off-road and four-wheel drive
On the open-air site, various suppliers from the off-road and all-wheel-drive segment will be showing off their wares. In addition, the outdoor area scores with a versatile food zone, a driving course and various bike offers. As every year, there will also be a wide range of accessories and tourist offers at the Suisse Caravan Salon 2022.

Ticket discounts when arriving by public transport
Due to the limited number of parking spaces, we recommend arriving by public transport. Those arriving by train, bus or streetcar will receive a 30 percent discount on admission. More information is available on the SBB website.

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The Land Rover Defender is already robust by nature. As a special protection vehicle with light armor to protect against bullets and explosions, it now offers even more safety. For this special version, Jaguar Land Rover has teamed up with a renowned supplier of special protection vehicles: Trasco Bremen GmbH converts the Defender 110 for customers with increased security requirements, with details that are barely noticeable from the outside.

Special materials for personal protection
The A-KIP concept developed by Trasco stands for Anti-Kidnapping. Behind it is a lightweight construction concept that allows as much protection as possible - while largely preserving the body design.

Conversions include the integration of special steel, glass or composite materials.

This means that government customers as well as companies or wealthy private individuals receive a particularly safe vehicle that complies with the ballistic protection classes VPAM 4 or VPAM 6 of the European Association of Testing Bodies for Attack Resistant Materials and Constructions (VPAM).

Additional window behind the second row of seats
VPAM-certified materials are used on the windshield, doors, door glazing, roof and footwells. There is also a new, ballistically optimized rear end with a window behind the second row of seats. The Defender 110 as a special protection vehicle can also be equipped with further safety features.

These include a fire extinguishing system for the engine compartment or a blue light integrated into the radiator grille as well as a siren, an intercom system, tires with run-flat properties or a self-sealing fuel tank.

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As part of a series of tests, the Mercedes eActros 300 tractor unit presented at the IAA Transportation 2022 in Hanover successfully crossed the Arlberg Pass. For this purpose, engineers from Mercedes-Benz Trucks fully loaded the semitrailer tractor to 40 tons.

The tests in Tyrol covered a distance of 111 kilometers at an altitude of over 1800 meters in places. In the process, the experts from Mercedes-Benz Trucks subjected the tractor unit and trailer to tests to validate performance and durability.

Challenging topography no problem
With recuperation, the energy recovered during braking is fed back into the batteries and is then available again for the drive. In this way, the electric tractor unit was able to recover around 180 kWh of energy. At the end of the tour, around 40 percent energy was still available.

Stina Fagerman, Head of Sales, Marketing and Services at Mercedes-Benz Trucks: "The intensive tests in Austria have shown that our e-truck can reliably perform its tasks even in particularly demanding topography with extreme inclines and declines. In total, the semitrailer tractor mastered 2300 meters of altitude during the test run - the maximum gradient was 13 percent. Series production of the eActros 300 tractor unit is scheduled to start in the second half of 2023."

Range of 220 kilometers after all
The model variant of the eActros 300 as a semitrailer tractor can pull all common European semitrailers, taking into account the maximum permissible overall towing length. The e-tractor is based on the same technology as the eActros 300/400. Three battery packs, each with a capacity of 112 kWh, still allow a range of up to 220 kilometers.

The technological heart of the electric truck is the drive unit, an electric rigid axle with two integrated electric motors and 2-speed transmission. The two motors generate a continuous output of 330 kW and a peak output of 400 kW.

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Audi Sport is pooling its resources for the Formula 1 project. Audi is therefore discontinuing its LMDh project. Audi Sport had already suspended development of the sports car for endurance racing recently. In addition to customer sport, Audi Sport will continue its innovation project with the RS Q e-tron in the Dakar Rally. Audi is targeting overall victory in the desert next year.

As a result of the partnership, the traditional Swiss racing team will compete as an Audi factory team from 2026 and use the drive unit developed by Audi in the top class of motorsport. With around 30 years of competitive experience, Sauber is one of the most renowned and traditional teams in Formula 1.

While the power unit will be built at Audi's Motorsport Competence Center in Neuburg an der Donau, Sauber will develop and manufacture the race car in Hinwil. Sauber will also be responsible for planning and executing the racing operations.

An experienced and competent partner

Oliver Hoffmann, Board Member for Technical Development at Audi AG (center gallery): "We are delighted to have gained such an experienced and competent partner for our ambitious Formula 1 project. We already know the Sauber Group with its state-of-the-art site and experienced team from previous collaborations and are convinced that together we will form a strong team."

For example, Audi Sport regularly used the Sauber Group's high-tech wind tunnel in Hinwil, just four hours away by car, during the successful Le Mans era and during the development of the Class 1 touring car for the DTM.

Finn Rausing, Chairman of Sauber Holding: "Audi is the best partner for the Sauber Group. It is clear that both companies share the same values and vision. We look forward to achieving our common goals with a strong and successful partnership."

Formula Racing GmbH supplies Power Unit
Development of the power unit, which consists of electric motor, battery, control electronics and combustion engine, is in full swing at the site of the specially founded Audi Formula Racing GmbH in Neuburg an der Donau. A team is already working on the project.

Adam Baker, Managing Director of the company: "Sauber is a first-class partner for the use of the Audi Power Unit. We are looking forward to working with an experienced team that has helped shape many eras of Formula 1 history. Together, we want to write the next chapter from 2026."

Expansion of the Neuburg site in full swing
The timetable until the first race with Audi participation in the 2026 season is ambitious: The expansion of the site in Neuburg in terms of personnel, buildings and technical infrastructure is to be largely in place by 2023. The first tests with the power unit developed for the 2026 regulations in a Formula 1 test car are planned for 2025.

Sustainability was a basic requirement
Formula 1 is taking a big step toward sustainability with the new regulations that will apply from 2026. This was an important basic requirement for Audi to decide to enter the racing series. The powertrains will be more efficient than today because the share of electric power will increase sharply.

The electric drive then has almost as much power as the combustion engine, which comes to 400 kW (544 hp). The highly efficient 1.6-liter turbocharged engines are powered by sustainable synthetic fuel that is CO2 neutral. Formula 1 has also set itself the goal of being CO2-neutral as a racing series by 2030.

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With a powerful monologue, film actress Felicity Jones sets the scene for the Aston Martin DBX707 - in the magical atmosphere of Dartmoor Nation Park. The poison-green super SUV appears on the horizon and thunders across the vast plain.

Renato Bisignani, Global Head of Marketing & Communications at Aston Martin: "The captivating short film is an example of the power Aston Martin has to evoke automotive emotion."

Power.Driven is the focus of the campaign
The short film, which is now being launched across Aston Martin's global social of marketing media channels and select media, is Power.Driven, the main product of the campaign since Intensity.Driven from earlier this year.

Renato Bisignani: "Eight months after the unveiling of the DBX707, the super SUV still fascinates with its performance and driving dynamics."

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The new Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance is a real gamechanger in AMG's 55-year history. With know-how from Formula 1, it brings technologies from motorsport to the road.

The new hybrid concept with electric motor and high-performance battery on the rear axle combines a system output of 500 kW (680 hp) with striking driving dynamics and efficiency. With the exclusive exterior and interior, Mercedes-AMG shows the electrified future.

Limited production runs for one year
The F1 Edition will be available for the sedan and estate for one year from the start of sales at the end of 2022. The striking distinguishing feature is the paint finish in Manufaktur Alpine Gray Uni. It is combined with a foil finish on the vehicle sides consisting of the AMG logo and a color gradient from gray to black.

Red trim lines on the sides and front and rear aprons add further color accents. The 20-inch forged wheels in a 5-twin-spoke design have a matte black finish.

Night packages enhance the sporty appearance
The AMG aerodynamics package developed in the wind tunnel improves handling characteristics at high speeds and enhances the dynamic visual impression. The aerodynamic elements include the larger front splitter, the redesigned side member trim and the additional diffuser panel.

The Night packages I and II enhance the F1 Edition's motorsport appearance. The front splitter, the trim elements in the front fenders, the kerb trim and the window surrounds are finished in high-gloss black.

In addition, the radiator grille louvers, the trim strip in the rear apron and the model license plates on the trunk lid are all finished in dark chrome.

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With the Duo, the mobility brand Mobilize presents a vehicle for tomorrow's inner-city traffic. The city runabout is aimed at both private customers and operators of company fleets as well as car-sharing and micromobility providers.

The small footprint and locally emission-free drive make the Duo the ideal car for cities with low emission zones. In addition to the two-seater version for passenger transportation, the Bento cargo version will also be available for commercial customers from 2024.

Ranges of up to 140 kilometers
The duo, powered by an electric motor in the rear, is available in two versions - for top speeds of 45 and 80 km/h. The range for both variants is up to 140 kilometers.

The robust design draws its inspiration from the world of video games, combined with the flair of the 1980s and 1990s. The compact dimensions - L: 2.43m, W: 1.30m, H: 1.46m - are ideal for maneuvering nimbly through the city and also finding a parking space.

Recyclable material resources
In developing the Duoberücksichtigte Mobilize the principles of eco-design and responsible use of resources. At the end of its service life, 95 percent of the material resources used are to be recyclable. The front and rear bumpers are identical to reduce production and repair costs. The plastic grain on the bumpers and skirts is designed so that wear and scratches disappear over time.

Driver sits in front and the passenger in the back
The interior is characterized by an easy-to-use instrument panel. Its design is based on a boombox and includes a loudspeaker and smartphone holder in addition to the digital instrument cluster and gearshift lever.

The steering wheel has an airbag, which is the exception in this vehicle class so far. The driver and front passenger sit behind each other in a tandem arrangement.

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The Pocket Rockers band performs with instruments that are amplified via a sound system. The spark will quickly jump to the guests, because the joy of playing of the three musicians is contagious and brings the mood to boiling point at any occasion.

The car supplies the energy needed
The Pocket Rockers will play a live concert from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Oct. 29 as part of the Fall Weeks. The special thing about this concert is that the band draws all the power they need from a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV (plug-in hybrid). So no external power sources are needed, because the Eclipse Cross PHEV has a socket in the rear from which the electricity can be drawn.

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