European Le Mans Series

S&P Global Commodity Insights to Launch First-of-Kind Emissions-Adjusted Price Assessments for Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)

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Monday, September 18, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Platts, part of S&P Global Commodity Insights, the leading independent provider of information, analytics and benchmark prices for the commodities and energy markets, today announced it is launching first-of-kind price assessments for Emissions-Adjusted (EA) Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) through a collaborative data-licensing agreement with clean energy data-driven solutions provider REsurety.

Key Points: 
  • Platts will aggregate and publish a new suite of Emissions-Adjusted REC assessments to provide benchmark prices based on their emissions impact.
  • "By incorporating carbon intensity into REC pricing, we believe the marketplace will welcome this better understanding of the emissions impact of individual certificates," said Alan Hayes, Global Head of Energy Transition Pricing, S&P Global Commodity Insights.
  • "By adjusting renewable energy certificates prices to reflect carbon intensity, market participants will be empowered to differentiate and maximize the impact of REC purchases on emissions."
  • Renewable energy certificates and related instruments worldwide have become a key tool for energy users to direct investment to solar, wind, hydro and other renewable generation technologies.

Monza beckons for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing

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Monday, July 3, 2023

Toyota City, Japan, July 3, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing targets a return to winning ways when the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) resumes at another legendary venue on 8-9 July for the 6 Hours of Monza.

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  • Toyota City, Japan, July 3, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing targets a return to winning ways when the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) resumes at another legendary venue on 8-9 July for the 6 Hours of Monza.
  • TOYOTA GAZOO Racing leads Ferrari by 18 points in the manufacturers' title race and now takes the battle to the Italian marque's home ground, the 5.793km Autodromo Nazionale Monza, where Hypercars average close to 220km/h over a lap, the second highest of the year after Le Mans.
  • Since returning to endurance racing with a hybrid-powered prototype in 2012, the team has raced twice at Monza.
  • "I am looking forward to racing at Monza, particularly this year because I think the atmosphere will be more special than ever.

Merchants Fleet Announces United Autosports Sponsorship

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Thursday, January 19, 2023

HOOKSETT, N.H., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Merchants Fleet, the nation's fastest growing fleet management company, today announced its sponsorship of United Autosports, one of Britain's leading endurance motorsport teams.

Key Points: 
  • HOOKSETT, N.H., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Merchants Fleet , the nation's fastest growing fleet management company, today announced its sponsorship of United Autosports, one of Britain's leading endurance motorsport teams.
  • The new sponsorship underscores Merchants' dedication to excellence for its employees and clients throughout North America.
  • Endurance is a driving theme for the company and aligns with United Autosports' world-class record of speed, strength and agility as winners of the FIA World Endurance Championship.
  • In 2022 Merchants' Chairman, CEO & President Brendan P. Keegan, joined United Autosports on the Investor Advisory Board as a co-owner, in addition to being the Merchants Chairman, CEO & President.

HUB INTERNATIONAL ANNOUNCES ITS PRIMARY SPONSORSHIP OF RAHAL LETTERMAN LANIGAN RACING NO. 30 CAR

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

CHICAGO, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hub International Limited (HUB), a leading global insurance brokerage and financial services firm, announced today a new sponsorship agreement with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing (RLL) to become the primary sponsor of the No. 30 livery. RLL driver Christian Lundgaard will debut the car at the 2022 Honda Indy Toronto event scheduled to take place July 15-17 at Exhibition Place along the shores of Lake Ontario.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hub International Limited (HUB), a leading global insurance brokerage and financial services firm, announced today a new sponsorship agreement with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing (RLL) to become the primary sponsor of the No.
  • HUB has deep ties to both the racing and auto industry, supporting the risk management needs of nearly 40% of auto dealerships in Canada.
  • "Our team takes great pride in our relationship with HUB, and we could not be more excited to see this partnership continue to grow," said Bobby Rahal, co-owner of Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing.
  • Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, based in Hilliard, Ohio and Brownsburg, Ind., is co-owned by three-time IndyCar Champion and 1986 Indianapolis 500 winner Bobby Rahal, former CBS Late Show host David Letterman and Mi-Jack co-owner Mike Lanigan.

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Aims to Bounce Back in Belgium

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

TOKYO, Apr 28, 2022 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing aims to get back to winning ways when it makes the short journey to Belgium next week for the second round of the 2022 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps.

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, Apr 28, 2022 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing aims to get back to winning ways when it makes the short journey to Belgium next week for the second round of the 2022 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps.
  • TOYOTA GAZOO Racing therefore travels 120km from the team's Cologne headquarters to the legendary Spa-Francorchamps circuit determined to deliver an improved result in the final race before the highlight of the WEC season, the Le Mans 24 Hours.
  • As well as being one of the home races for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing in WEC, Spa is also a happy hunting ground for the team.
  • Since its first WEC race there in 2013, the team has won six times and is aiming for a sixth consecutive victory in Belgium this weekend.

GEEK BAR has teamed up with Aston Martin Racing for the Asian Le Mans Series 2022

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Friday, February 25, 2022

DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On February 20, 2022, one of the most prestigious motorsport competitions, the 4 Hours of the Asian Le Mans Series, came to a perfect end in Dubai.

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  • DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On February 20, 2022, one of the most prestigious motorsport competitions, the 4 Hours of the Asian Le Mans Series, came to a perfect end in Dubai.
  • Notably, as a sub-brand of Geekvape, this is the first time that Geek Bar and the Aston Martin Racing team have collaborated on a racing event.
  • This time, Geek Bar brought two new AMR Le Mans sportcar finish products to the stage of the highly anticipated Asian Le Mans race, the Geek Bar X6000 and S600.
  • Its engine has exquisite volume but extraordinary energy, resulting in a sharpened driving experience, which is similar to Geek Bar.

GEEK BAR has teamed up with Aston Martin Racing for the Asian Le Mans Series 2022

Retrieved on: 
Friday, February 25, 2022

DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On February 20, 2022, one of the most prestigious motorsport competitions, the 4 Hours of the Asian Le Mans Series, came to a perfect end in Dubai.

Key Points: 
  • DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On February 20, 2022, one of the most prestigious motorsport competitions, the 4 Hours of the Asian Le Mans Series, came to a perfect end in Dubai.
  • Notably, as a sub-brand of Geekvape, this is the first time that Geek Bar and the Aston Martin Racing team have collaborated on a racing event.
  • This time, Geek Bar brought two new AMR Le Mans sportcar finish products to the stage of the highly anticipated Asian Le Mans race, the Geek Bar X6000 and S600.
  • Its engine has exquisite volume but extraordinary energy, resulting in a sharpened driving experience, which is similar to Geek Bar.

Motul Celebrates Golden Jubilee of the Iconic 300V

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Thursday, September 30, 2021

2021 is a significant milestone for Motul, marking the completion of half a century of the 300V brand.

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  • 2021 is a significant milestone for Motul, marking the completion of half a century of the 300V brand.
  • This year, Motul celebrates the illustrious journey of their flagship product.
  • Beyond the 300V, Motul provides a range of products including the 8100, H-Tech, RBF, ATF, CVTF and DCTF for other parts of the car.
  • In the coming months, Motul Asia Pacific will collaborate with some of the region's top experts to test Motul lubricants first-hand and give feedback.

Launch of the New Motul 300V at 24H of Le Mans

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Monday, August 23, 2021

The new Motul 300V is revealed for the 24h of Le Mans, the most iconic racing event in the world.

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  • The new Motul 300V is revealed for the 24h of Le Mans, the most iconic racing event in the world.
  • Fifty years after its first launch, Motul is proud to unveil the latest evolution of its benchmark lubricant: the new Motul 300V range.
  • The new Motul 300V brings many improvements:
    Improved performance: The new Motul 300V racing oil improves your engine performance by reducing internal friction.
  • A launch at 24 Hours of Le Mans 2021:
    The brand new Motul 300V is launched during the 24h of Le Mans, the most gruelling endurance race of the year and probably the most iconic of all.

Motul propels Pramac Racing to maiden MotoGP victory

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Wednesday, August 11, 2021

The highlight, however, was Pramac Racing claiming their maiden MotoGP win after 20 years competing in the series, coming after a stellar ride by rookie Jorge Martin.

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  • The highlight, however, was Pramac Racing claiming their maiden MotoGP win after 20 years competing in the series, coming after a stellar ride by rookie Jorge Martin.
  • It was a vital race for the Pramac Racing rookie, having missed 4 races of his first MotoGP season due to injury.
  • Pramac Racing has been making steady strides towards competing amongst the top MotoGP teams.
  • Pramac Racing and Team Suzuki will hope to continue this run into the MotoGP Grand Prix von Osterreich at the same track next weekend.