Lexus' Premium Care package combines the 10-year warranty with the new service-activated warranty. This service is included at no extra charge with every new car purchase and also for every existing Lexus customer.

The offer applies not only to all new vehicles, but also to models in the Lexus range already on Swiss roads, up to a maximum of ten years and new 185,000 kilometers.

Offer is bound to the vehicle
The service-activated 10-year warranty is extended by one year or 15,000 kilometers following the factory warranty, with each service. Even in the event of a service interruption, the warranty becomes active again after a one-month grace period, as soon as the customer has another service performed by his Lexus partner. The offer is tied to the vehicle. The warranty is therefore transferable when the vehicle is sold, thus strengthening its resale value.

Demand for quality and reliability

Christian Wellauer, Director Lexus Switzerland, on the new Premium Care offer: "With a ten-year warranty for customers in Switzerland, Lexus underscores its commitment to quality and reliability. Combined with attractive service packages at our trained Lexus partner network, it's an offer that leaves nothing to be desired."

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Subaru has produced more than 20 million passenger cars with all-wheel drive worldwide since 1972. The Safenwil-based brand has been selling 4×4 cars since 1979. From now on, prospective buyers can select a new Subaru online from readily available stock vehicles and complete the entire purchasing process electronically.

In addition to his preferred Subaru dealer, the customer can choose between cash purchase and leasing. Since the offered vehicles are stock vehicles at the Subaru dealers and the importer, a speedy processing within a short period of time is the goal.

Home delivery at the request of the customer
The customer can choose whether he wants to take over the vehicle at the Subaru dealer or whether he wants to have the vehicle delivered to his home. The official Subaru dealer selected by the customer always acts as the contractual partner. This dealer is at the customer's disposal for any warranty and maintenance work that may be required.

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Once again, Škoda is accompanying the Tour de France as the official main and vehicle partner. 250 vehicles will provide mobility for the organizers and race management of the Tour de France or will be used as support and service vehicles.

The vehicle fleet also includes the purely battery-electric Enyaq iV, which Tour Director Christian Prudhomme uses as the lead vehicle on 16 of 21 stages. He waves the yellow flag through the sliding roof of the Red Car at the start of the stage. In addition to the Enyaq, Octavia and Superb iV models are also in the convoy.

Distance of 3300 kilometers through four countries
The 109th edition of the cycling classic started in Copenhagen (gallery right), the most northerly starting point in the history of the race. The 21 stages, including six mountain stages, cover a distance of 3300 kilometers through four countries.

On July 24, the participants reach the finish line on the Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris. To mark the tour, Škoda is launching the campaign "You have to love it. We do" campaign and is launching it in TV commercials, on social media channels and on the www.welovecycling.com website. There you will find information and stories about the Tour de France, as well as a competition.

Tour de France Femmes starts over eight stages
This is the twelfth time that Škoda has designed the crystal glass trophy for the winner of the race. In addition, the Czechs have sponsored the green jersey for the leader in the points standings since 2015.

Škoda is also a partner of the inaugural Tour de France Femmes, which starts on July 24. Eight stages take the participants over a distance of 1029 kilometers from Paris to La Planche des Belles Filles.

As the "engine of cycling," Škoda supports not only the Tour de France but also numerous cycling races and popular sporting events. In addition to the Tour of Spain Vuelta, these include the amateur race L'Etape. The worldwide race series under the umbrella of the Tour de France enables ambitious amateur cyclists to retrace a race stage.

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In the current Green NCAP environmental test, which was conducted in accordance with stricter requirements, vehicles of various classes and drive types were tested with regard to the categories of pollutant emissions, energy efficiency and greenhouse emissions. The testers were able to award a maximum of 10 points per category. Only the Four Rings model was able to achieve the full score. The battery-electric SUV from the Ingolstadt-based carmaker scored a total of 28.7 points.

Hyundai, VW, Renault, Peugeot, Genesis
The Hyundai Bayon 1.0 T-GDI with mild hybrid support follows at a clear distance (12.9 points), the VW Caddy 1.5 TSI (12.6 points) and the Renault Kangoo TCE 130 (12.1 points) were each awarded 2.5 stars.

The Peugeot 308 with the 130 hp three-cylinder achieved a 2-star rating with 11.7 points. One star was awarded to the Genesis GV70 with the 320 hp 2.5 liter gasoline engine. The SUV scored only 4.1 points. Here, the high consumption had a negative impact on the rating.

Greenhouse gas emissions assessment
Green NCAP has updated its assessment criteria to a Well-to-Wheel+ consideration in 2022. Not only the measured tailpipe emissions (wheel) are taken into account in the evaluation of greenhouse gas emissions, but also the emissions resulting from the extraction, production and distribution of energy (well).

The "+" means that the construction of power plants and refineries is also counted. However, vehicle and battery production are not yet included in the assessment.

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But now the time has come and the manufacturer has at least shown the design of the new electric car before all the details of the technical specifications are presented on July 14, 2022. But there are already rumors about an Ioniq 6 Shooting Brake and a sporty Ioniq 6 N.

Shorter, flatter and significantly longer
At 295 centimeters, the Ioniq 6's wheelbase is slightly shorter than that of the Ioniq 5, but it is significantly flatter at 1.50 meters and considerably longer at 486 centimeters.

The front end of the 6 Series is pleasingly styled; the smooth hood slopes down to the front bumper, which - as on vehicles from the 1970s and 1980s - has a wide black stripe. However, this does not serve as impact protection; instead, various sensors are concealed behind it.

Wheels dimensions 18 or 20 inch
The side section flows into a gently sloping rear end, which is rounded off by two eye-catching spoilers and a horizontal light strip. The flowing forms contrast with relatively hard-edged front and rear bumpers and the angular 18- or 20-inch wheels.
Metal pedals, leather and fine fabrics

The generous interior offers ample space in the front and rear, and the driver's seat can assume a reclining position. Metal pedals and a choice of leather and fine fabrics make for an almost luxurious travel experience. When the camera-based exterior mirrors are specified, the dashboard is adapted accordingly.

Power range of up to 585 hp
Hyundai is still keeping quiet about the powertrains, but the platform is already clear: It is the E-GMP architecture with rear- or all-wheel drive, which enables a power range of up to 585 hp.

A corresponding model would then bear the N logo, but it has not yet been decided whether Hyundai will expand the range that far upwards.

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From now on, Scania will offer customers new electric models every year. Vehicles for inner-city delivery traffic are now joined by battery-electric trucks for regional transport.

The new model series with a battery capacity of 624 kWh is available with R or S cabs. It offers companies many possible uses in regional applications.

No performance disadvantages in everyday life
The new electric generation is based on classic cornerstones such as modularity and sustainability. The vehicles are on a par with conventional models in terms of performance and range in their respective areas of application. But the switch from conventional to purely electric trucks is still complex. Scania therefore supports customers in all areas of e-mobility.

Fredrik Allard, Senior Vice President and Head of Electrification at Scania: "This range of solutions makes Scania a one-stop shop for companies that want to take responsibility."

Up to 400 kilometer range
With the new Scania trucks, customers can operate chassis or combinations of tractor and trailer, for example for temperature-controlled food transport. The ranges vary depending on weight, configuration and route.

A 4×2 tractor unit with six batteries, for example, can travel up to 320 kilometers on a full battery charge at an average speed of 80 km/h, and up to 400 kilometers is said to be possible for an average Swiss transport job.

The continuous power is 560 hp
The charging power is up to 375 kW. This means that one hour of charging time is enough for an additional range of 270 to 300 kilometers. The continuous power of a Scania 45 R or S is 410 kW (560 hp).

The new electric trucks can be ordered through local Scania branches from July 11, 2022, with production starting in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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At the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Lexus presented the near-production version of its new super sports car, which is likely to succeed the LFA. The lines are based on the LFA, but it is still powered by a naturally aspirated V10 engine.

Ranges of up to 700 kilometers
According to Lexus, a production model is expected to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in the low two-second range, while the possible use of a new solid-state battery will enable ranges of more than 700 kilometers.

The concept car heralds a new era of electric sports cars.

Driving Signature next level
Conclusion: The company will realize the full potential of its vehicles through electrification, strengthening the fundamentals of linear acceleration and deceleration, braking feel and exciting handling to provide an even more enjoyable driving experience.

The Electrified Sport Car takes the Lexus Driving Signature to the next level.

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The official name of the 680-hp prototype has now been decided: Porsche 963, based on the winning 956 and 962 classics from the 1980s.

Meanwhile, the FIA WEC has opened the doors for testing at the upcoming WEC rounds this year. Porsche Penske Motorsport is targeting a possible dress rehearsal out of competition at the season finale in Bahrain in November.

Driver lineup for the 2023 season
Along with the livery and performance data, Porsche, which teams up with US traditional racing team Penske, has also announced the driver line-up for the WEC and IMSA series.

Factory drivers Kévin Estre (France), Michael Christensen (Denmark), André Lotterer (Germany), Laurens Vanthoor (Belgium), Matt Campbell (Australia), Mathieu Jaminet (France) and newcomers Dane Cameron (USA) and Felipe Nasr (Brazil) compete in the WEC as well as in IMSA, with additional drivers joining them in the US endurance races, including development driver Fred Makowiecki.

At its heart is a 4.6-liter V8
The Stuttgart-based company is collaborating with the high-tech company Multimatic on the newly developed vehicle base. The standard hybrid components are supplied by Bosch, Williams Advanced Engineering and Xtrac.

At the heart of the powertrain is a 4.6-liter V8 biturbo. The engine's foundations come from the high-performance 918 Spyder hybrid sports car. Its DNA goes back to the RS Spyder race car, with which Porsche and Team Penske celebrated numerous successes from 2005 to 2008.

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A unique composite aluminum chassis has been designed and developed for the 5 Series Polestar to highlight its dynamic driving characteristics. In addition, to provide increased performance, a new electric powertrain is being developed to work in tandem with an 800-volt architecture to deliver a huge boost.

A new rear electric motor will provide increased power. In combination with a powerful front electric motor, the complete dual motor powertrain is expected to deliver 650 kW (884 hp) and 900 Nm.

Benchmark for high-performance vehicles

Jörg Brandscheid, CTO and Head of Research and Development at Polestar: "The new powertrain we are working on will set a new benchmark for our high-performance vehicles and thus for our brand. The combination of powerful electric motors and advances in lightweight platform technology will result in a truly impressive vehicle."

Planning for the next three years
The car is also scheduled to be launched in Switzerland in 2024 and is the third of three new electric cars Polestar will launch in the next three years, following the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 electric SUVs.

Design and advanced technology
Thomas Ingenlath, CEO Polestar: "The Polestar 5 is a groundbreaking project for the company. Its progressive design and advanced technology set the tone for Polestar's future. We have great talent on board that will enable us to develop truly iconic electric cars."

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Starting in September, BMW will offer its sixth-generation M3 for the first time as a Touring estate version at a price of around 127,400 Swiss francs.
The model is fitted with 19-inch wheels at the front and 20-inch wheels at the rear as standard. Inside, there are two large displays with M-specific content, and carbon bucket seats can be ordered as an option.

From 0 to 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds
The drive is provided by a three-liter in-line six-cylinder engine with 510 hp and 650 Newton meters of torque, which, in conjunction with an eight-speed automatic transmission, accelerates the all-wheel-drive 1.9-ton truck from a standstill to 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds and to a maximum speed of 280 km/h.

The all-wheel drive system is rear-heavy. In addition to the 4WD mode as standard, the driver can alternatively choose between 4WD Sport or 2WD. In conjunction with deactivated ESP, the latter setting is intended to maximize the drifting capabilities of the station wagon with its 1510-liter luggage compartment.

Nordschleife record at the Nürburgring
Even before its official debut, the BMW M3 Touring made headlines a few days ago when it set a record on the Nürburgring's Nordschleife. It completed its lap in 7 minutes and 35.060 seconds. This was about 10 seconds faster than the previous record holder, the Mercedes-AMG E63 S. When it was driven, the BMW M3 Touring still had a camouflage cover.

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