TAG Heuer: Special Edition in honor of Ayrton Senna
REMEMBER Exactly 30 years ago, Ayrton Senna became the youngest Formula One driver to win the World Championship three times. TAG Heuer and the Senna brand present a new special edition to mark the occasion.
Editorial - November 12, 2021
TAG Heuer commemorates a legendary racing driver with the Formula 1 Senna Special Edition
On November 3, 1991, Ayrton Senna crossed the finish line first at the Australian Grand Prix, scoring his sixth victory of the season and winning the Formula 1 World Championship. The Brazilian driver dominated the supreme discipline of racing, becoming world champion in 1988, 1989 and 1991.
With the new TAG Heuer Formula 1 Senna Special Edition watch, TAG Heuer commemorates one of the most legendary racing drivers in the history of Formula 1 and once again celebrates its partnership with the Senna brand.
Stainless steel buckle on black leather strap A special feature of the watch is the embossed black leather strap; it refers to the S/EL strap that Senna wore on his TAG Heuer. This bracelet was the first produced by TAG Heuer itself. The S-shaped design is highly recognizable.
Equipped with a black stainless steel lock and double security pushers, the leather strap looks particularly dynamic thanks to the contrasting yellow stitching. Prices are available on request.
FUN ON THE PISTES Porsche equipped with hand controls make new driving experiences possible for wheelchair users. The kick-off of "Go with your Pro - Wheels powered by Veigel" took place with prominent athletes at the Red Bull Ring.
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Both cars were adapted and converted to manual operation by specialists from Veigel.
In the future, wheelchair users will be able to enjoy mobility with plenty of drive power and hone their driving technique on Austria's Grand Prix racetrack and in the Driving Center with two Porsche models that have been fully converted to manual operation.
Together with motorsport expert Reini Sampl, prominent athletes gave the starting signal for the "Mission Handgas" at the Red Bull Ring. PS fans can find all the information about the driving experience at Spielberg at this Link.
Pure power with 350 or 420 hp as desired The Red Bull Ring is thus primarily aimed at people with paraplegia. From winter 2021, wheelchair users at Spielberg will be able to choose between a 718 Cayman S (350 hp) and a 718 Cayman GT4 (420 hp) all year round.
Both cars were adapted to the needs of wheelchair users by specialists from Veigel and completely converted to manual operation.
Braking exercises and slaloms in the Driving Center Among the first driving students were former ski jumper Lukas Müller, former Nordic combiner Philipp Kuttin, mono skier Markus Gfatterhofer and equestrian Pepo Puch, silver medalist at the Paralympic Games in Tokyo.
After an introduction in the Driving Center with braking exercises and during the slalom, the number of strokes was significantly increased during drifting and in the handling course.
Lukas Müller: "It was really world class to drive these sports cars on a real race track, to feel the speed and the 300 to 400 hp."
KW suspensions: Tesla drivers are new target group
BETTER HANDLING Suspension specialist KW Automotive has developed a chassis for the Tesla Model Y with adjustable compression and rebound damping. The Variant 3 coilover suspension for the electric SUV is now available.
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Within the scope of the parts certificate, the Model Y AWD can be steplessly lowered
For more and more Tesla models, KW Automotive is developing coilovers with adaptive and manually adjustable dampers. While Model S and Model 3 coilovers are already available, now coming to the Essen Motor Show (Nov. 27-Dec. 5) is the stainless steel KW coilover Variant 3 for the Model Y.
The compact electric SUV benefits from optionally adjustable suspension in compression and rebound damping, especially in handling and in supporting the high body structure. In the case of the rear-wheel-drive Tesla Model 3, for example, the electromobility specialist Nextmove from Leipzig proved that the installation of a KW coilover suspension even increases the range by up to seven percent in conjunction with the standard wheel-tire combination.
Stepless lowering by 25 and 50 millimeters Within the scope of the parts certificate, the Model Y AWD can be steplessly lowered between 25 and 50 millimeters on both axles by the coilover suspension.
A coilover suspension for all Model Y cars with rear-wheel drive is already in preparation. This will be available in spring 2022. The German-made coilover variant 3 will be offered at a price of 3120 Swiss francs.
Tuning with two-stage multi-valve technology The KW dampers used for the all-wheel-drive Tesla Y, which weighs up to two tons, feature two-stage multi-valve technology that allows the damping forces to be tuned.
KW Brand Manager Jonas Ehrmann: "With Variant 3, we use low-speed and high-speed valves for the compression and rebound forces. We were totally surprised by the high demand for coilovers. Since we also offer a suspension for the Model 3, we are appealing to a completely new target group that previously never considered buying a coilover suspension or modifying anything at all on a production vehicle."
WHERE TO MEET The list of participants in the popular 10th Historic Rally Poland, which runs until next November 14, is a colorful mix. The 30 teams come mainly from Eastern European countries.
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The cars in the rally represent a wide range of manufacturers and model years.
Of the 30 classic cars competing in the 10th Historic Rally Poland through this weekend, eleven will also be competing for the 2021 FIA Trophy for Historic Regularity Rallies (HRRT). The competitors come from Poland, the Czech Republic, Russia, Bulgaria, Italy, Hungary, Denmark, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium and Estonia.
The oldest vehicle has the vintage 1951 The oldest car was built in 1951, the youngest in 1990. The oldest starter in the HRRT field is a 1966 Porsche 911 Monte driven by the Poles Marcin and Mateusz Stryczak.
Almost 1000 kilometers on public roads The Rally Poland Historic starts in the small town of Wieliczka, which is close to the historic city of Krakow. The historic rally covers 968 kilometers on public roads. Various special tests and skill drives spice up the event.
CHANGE As part of the realignment of the Amag Group in the Zurich region, the Schlieren site at Brandstrasse 34 and Bernstrasse 59 will become a Porsche-only operation from January 1 of next year.
Editorial - November 10, 2021
As part of the realignment of the Group, Amag is closing the Volkswagen site in Schlieren at the end of the year.
The Volkswagen premises at Brandstrasse 34 will then be integrated into the existing Porsche operations. This will create a pure competence center around the Porsche brand with various business areas and a complete range of services.
Competent support in the vicinity Volkswagen brand customers will continue to receive expert support at the following locations from 2022:
However, nothing will change for customers of the VW Commercial Vehicles Center in Schlieren. The branch for VW commercial vehicles will remain at its current location at Lättenstrasse 37 in Schlieren.
ALTERNATIVE Buying or leasing are still the main options for purchasing a car today. The new Kia Move program, in cooperation with Kia partners, now offers a variant.
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The offers can be booked online at www.kiamove.ch or at a Kia partner.
In addition to today's most common channels for purchasing a car, new "forms of ownership" are also developing on the market. At a time when more and more flexibility is required, Kia is now offering an interesting alternative with a new subscription concept for entry into the world of mobility.
Timed vehicle requirements Kia Move is designed to serve customers who have a time-defined vehicle requirement or who want to drive different vehicles more often. The subscription offer is intended to appeal to undecided customers who do not yet have any Kia experience or are still uncertain about their exact choice of vehicle. The price for the minimum rental period of 30 days is deducted from any purchase decision.
Cooperation with Hertz Switzerland The new mobility solution Kia Move is based on a cooperation with Hertz Switzerland and the Swiss Kia dealer network. The advantages mentioned are: the minimum term of 30 days and the mileage of 4000 per month, the test drive for a longer period, the included insurance, no down payment and no deposit.
Other advantages: you can pay with your credit card, there is no credit check (only the credit card), delivery is made at a Kia partner and they always offer as-new vehicles.
OPTICALLY REFRESHED With four 21-inch winter wheel packages, Bentley ensures better driving performance and additional safety at low temperatures. The Bentley models also come with a new wheel design.
Editorial - November 10, 2021
The winter wheel package from the Bentley offers not only better traction, but also an attractive appearance.
The British luxury brand is launching new winter wheel packages at the start of the cold season. Customers who want to freshen up the look of their vehicle can make it fit for winter with elegant 21-inch alloy wheels and Pirelli winter tires.
Four 21-inch winter wheel packages are available - one for the Continental GT, the GT Convertible and the Flying Spur, one for the Continental GT Speed and two for the Bentayga.
Light alloy wheels with ten double spokes For the first time this winter, owners of a Continental GT or GT Cabriolet can choose the dark gray, high-gloss polished alloy wheels with ten double spokes.
The Pirelli winter tires used by Bentley have been designed to give the cars as much traction as possible during the cold winter months, providing a driving experience comparable to that of a warm and dry day.
ESSENTIAL Porsche offers the Panamera in a particularly exclusive variant. The Platinum Edition of the Panamera 4 and 4 E-Hybrid models is characterized by particularly discreet design features in Platinum paint.
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The wheels painted in Platinum and the privacy glass emphasize the Panamera's appearance.
Highly sought-after options are already included as standard in the Platinum Edition of the Porsche Panamera. These include adaptive air suspension with Active Suspension Management, LED matrix main headlights with Dynamic Light System Plus, the panoramic roof system and, in the hybrid models, the on-board AC charger with 7.2 kW charging power.
The 21-inch sports wheels painted in Platinum, the black exhaust tailpipes, privacy glass, the side window trims in high-gloss black and the Exclusive Design taillights underscore the sedan's striking appearance.
The new Platinum Edition version of the Porsche Panamera is even more elegant.
Outside and inside material of the finest The Platinum Edition can be identified from the outside by applications painted in Platinum: Air outlet trim behind the front wheels, Porsche lettering and model designation at the rear, and, on the hybrid models, the e-hybrid lettering on the side. The luxurious appointments continue in the interior.
Standard features include the GT sport steering wheel, lane change assist, soft-close doors with comfort access, 14-way front comfort seats with memory package, heated rear seats, Bose surround sound system, interior package in black brushed aluminum, and Porsche crests on the headrests.
World premiere at the Los Angeles Auto Show The Platinum Edition, which can be ordered now, is available in Switzerland as a Panamera 4 and Panamera 4 E-Hybrid sedan or as a Sport Turismo variant.
The model will celebrate its world premiere on November 17 at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Prices start at 138,800 Swiss francs. The first deliveries in Switzerland are expected at the beginning of February 2022.
Volkswagen: R duel at the Circuit Anneau du Rhin 🎥
Wherever there's an R on a Volkswagen, there's pure power under the hood. The R versions are the brand's sportiest models. However, everyday practicality does not fall by the wayside.
Editorial - November 9, 2021
Jasmin Preisig accompanies Flavio in the Golf R, Benjamin Leuchter supports Oliver in the T-Roc R.
Volkswagens with the letter R on the rear are wolves in sheep's clothing. A concept that also excites Oliver Malicdem and Flavio Zwahlen. As a VW Ambassador, Oliver drives a T-Roc R with 300 hp, Flavio a 320-hp Golf R - the latter being an anniversary model, namely the 250,000th R produced.
Parade of performance versions of the Golf Variant, Tiguan, Touareg T-Roc, Golf and Arteon.
Driving Experience from Volkswagen Switzerland The two want to experience the limits of their compact Wolfsburgers under the guidance of experts. No sooner said than done. They take part in a Driving Experience by Volkswagen Switzerland, where all variants of the R series are available - in addition to the two models mentioned, the performance versions of the Golf Variant, Tiguan, Touareg and Arteon.
The venue is the Alsatian race and test track Anneau du Rhin between Mulhouse and Colmar, where Swiss pilots of various categories often start or train on the winding track.
Safety comes before speed Before the driving fun, however, there's a round of theory. Instructors give tips and reveal tricks for safe and fast driving. Equipped with balaclava and helmet, the circuit is explored on the first slow laps. Also on site are factory driver Benjamin Leuchter from Germany and Swiss driver Jasmin Preisig, because the day has a special highlight in store for the two of them.
Oliver and Flavio want to compete in a duel with their own cars. As coaches, Jasmin Preisig takes a seat in Flavio's Golf R, Benjamin Leuchter sits next to Oliver in the T-Roc R (center gallery).
Clear advantage through torque vectoring Without any further introduction, both drive as fast a lap as possible. Flavio is three seconds ahead with a time of 1:41 minutes. Oliver is at the start with a handicap: The competitor's car not only has 20 hp more power, but also better aerodynamics than his sporty SUV.
And above all, the Golf R has torque vectoring, which distributes torque not only between the front and rear axles, but also between the two rear wheels. The T-Roc R can't quite keep up with that.
Potential for improvement in braking The supposed disadvantage only spurs Oliver on even more. He listens attentively to the professional racer's driving tips. And he learns that he has room for improvement, especially when it comes to braking, i.e. he can put the pedal to the metal later before corners. Benjamin Leuchter, who performs the set-up tests for the R models on behalf of VW, knows exactly what the 17-inch braking system has to offer.
Getting through the curves as round as possible With Flavio and Jasmin Preisig, the curves are the big issue. The VW ambassador, who drives a Golf GTI TCR in endurance races, tells her protégé to concentrate even more on the apexes.
Jasmin Preisig: "When you drive more roundly, it requires less steering intervention. That not only makes you faster, but the car also comes through the curve more safely."
The coaching works: On the next timed lap, both are significantly faster. In the end, victory goes to Flavio and his Golf R by the narrowest of margins: he crosses the finish line in 1:36 minutes, just one second faster than Oliver in his T-Roc R.
Source: Reto Neyerlin (text), Content Creators, Timo Orubolo (photo) volkswagen.ch
Škoda: The eighth Azubi Car is in the works
ORIGINAL UNIKATE 25 apprentices from the Škoda vocational school in Mladá Boleslav have started work on the eighth Azubi Car. The Škoda Academy is thus continuing a tradition that has been in place since 2014.
Editorial - November 9, 2021
The 25 apprentices are tackling another concept car this year. We can look forward to it.
Every year, Škoda vocational trainees design their own dream car - of which there is only one at a time - and then have it built. They are currently discussing possible components and materials for the eighth Azubi Car with their instructors and with members of the Board of Management.
Maren Gräf, Board Member for Human Resources: "The Azubi Car project enjoys a very good reputation and is a flagship for our company and the promotion of young talent. For the vocational students, participation is a great experience."
Presentation to the Board The project, which is unique in the Czech Republic, offers the specialists of tomorrow a unique opportunity to demonstrate their skills in cooperation with production, design and other specialist areas.
This gives the trainees an insight into all relevant areas of the company. They learn to work in a team and on a project basis, to combine planning and practical implementation, and to present their work to members of the Executive Board.
Engine, materials and design At the start of work on the eighth Azubi Car, the trainees also had numerous online meetings on their agenda. By using digital technology, they were also able to prepare necessary decisions during the pandemic, because even in the early stages of the project they had to agree on the engine, body shape and materials, as well as the design and colors.
Spider for the 125th anniversary In 2020, the apprentices had transformed a Škoda Scala into the Spider Slavia, and at the same time commemorated the company's beginnings with the chosen name to mark its 125th anniversary.
The 2019 Škoda Mountiaq pickup and the 2018 Sunroq SUV convertible are other one-offs.
