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LAMBORGHINI BROWARD SPONSORS TWO CARS FOR THE 2023 SUPER TROFEO SEASON AND WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

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Friday, May 12, 2023
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DAVIE, Fla., May 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lamborghini Broward , a division of Warren Henry Auto Group is again partnering with ANSA Motorsports to sponsor two cars for the Lamborghini North American Super Trofeo Season.

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  • DAVIE, Fla., May 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lamborghini Broward , a division of Warren Henry Auto Group is again partnering with ANSA Motorsports to sponsor two cars for the Lamborghini North American Super Trofeo Season.
  • In the Pro Class, Nico Jamin and Sebastian Saavedra will be driving in the No.30 Lamborghini Huracan Super Trofeo EVO2.
  • "We are excited to be a sponsor of the 2023 Super Trofeo season," said Larry Zinn, Executive General Manager of Warren Henry Auto Group.
  • The two Lamborghini Broward cars start the 2023 IMSA Super Trofeo Series on May 14 at the WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.

Fujitsu AI supports Toyota GAZOO Racing's real-time driving analysis during World Endurance Championship

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
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Fujitsu started sponsorship of TGR, a participant in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC)(2), in 2022, supporting the development of TGR's video data analysis system that leverages Fujitsu's AI technology.

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  • Fujitsu started sponsorship of TGR, a participant in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC)(2), in 2022, supporting the development of TGR's video data analysis system that leverages Fujitsu's AI technology.
  • The newly developed system will allow TGR to adapt to continuously evolving racing conditions based on video data from vehicle-mounted cameras.
  • Fujitsu will further utilize the technology and knowledge gained through this initiative to realize a safe and secure transportation society and smart cities.
  • The new video data analysis program enables TGR to analyze video data of the in-vehicle camera in real time using AI and output data on the situation surrounding the vehicle.

Automotive Veteran Alexander Hitzinger, Joins C2A Security Advisory Board

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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JERUSALEM, April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- C2A Security, the only DevSecOps Platform for car makers and mobility companies, announced today that Alexander Hitzinger, former VW Group Senior Vice President of Autonomous Driving has joined as an Advisory Board Member. 

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  • "Alexander's impressive track record, serving in some of the most influential positions in the automotive industry, makes him an impeccable addition to our board of directors," said C2A Security CEO, Roy Fridman.
  • "We are honored to have Alexander Hitzinger on our board.
  • Hitzinger has over two decades of experience in leadership roles in the automotive industry.
  • I look forward to working with their impressive roster of experts and fellow board members to address the current and future needs of car makers and mobility companies."

Portimao victory for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing

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Monday, April 17, 2023
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Toyota City, Japan, Apr 17, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing maintained its winning start to the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) with victory in a dramatic 6 Hours of Portimao.

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  • Toyota City, Japan, Apr 17, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing maintained its winning start to the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) with victory in a dramatic 6 Hours of Portimao.
  • However, there were contrasting emotions for Mike Conway, Kamui Kobayashi and Jose Maria Lopez in the #7 GR010 HYBRID.
  • A fourth consecutive Hypercar win means TOYOTA GAZOO Racing extends its World Championship advantage to 18 points over Ferrari with five rounds remaining.
  • Sebastien, Brendon and Ryo move to the top of the drivers' standings and hold an 11-point lead over the #50 Ferrari crew.

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing prepared for Portimao

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Thursday, April 6, 2023
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Toyota City, Japan, Apr 6, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing aims to maintain its dominant start to the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season when it competes in Europe for the first time this year, at the 6 Hours of Portimao.

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  • Toyota City, Japan, Apr 6, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing aims to maintain its dominant start to the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season when it competes in Europe for the first time this year, at the 6 Hours of Portimao.
  • Sebastien and Brendon already have a Portimao victory to their name, achieved when leading home a TOYOTA GAZOO Racing one-two on WEC's first race there, in the second round of the 2021 season.
  • As well as being a challenging circuit for drivers, Portimao is also a challenge for team logistics.
  • The 6 Hours of Portimao, the second round of the seven-race 2023 WEC season, begins at midday local time (1pm CEST) on Sunday.

Alfa Romeo Introduces New Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversary Models

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Thursday, April 13, 2023
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Limited to just 100 units each globally for the Giulia and Stelvio (200 total), the anniversary models are the result of 100 years of technical excellence, on and off the racetrack.

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  • Limited to just 100 units each globally for the Giulia and Stelvio (200 total), the anniversary models are the result of 100 years of technical excellence, on and off the racetrack.
  • The limited-edition models include celebratory badges, unique design features and exclusive gold finishes to mark the 100th anniversary.
  • Ordering for the 2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadifogolio 100th Anniversary models will open in spring 2023 with availability in the third quarter.
  • The award-winning Alfa Romeo Giulia delivers race-inspired performance, advanced technologies and an exhilarating driving experience to the premium midsize sedan segment.

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing secures Sebring one-two

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Monday, March 20, 2023
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Toyota City, Japan, Mar 20, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing dominated the opening round of the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) to earn a one-two victory in the 1000 Miles of Sebring in the face of strong Hypercar competition.

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  • Toyota City, Japan, Mar 20, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing dominated the opening round of the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) to earn a one-two victory in the 1000 Miles of Sebring in the face of strong Hypercar competition.
  • After a tense race-long battle at the front, World Champions and 2022 Le Mans winners Sebastien Buemi, Brendon Hartley and Ryo Hirakawa completed a perfect result for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing by finishing second in the #8 GR010 HYBRID, just 2.168secs behind.
  • Relentless consistency, flawless team operations and strong tyre management combined as TOYOTA GAZOO Racing overcame the challenge of new Hypercar rivals from Cadillac, Ferrari and Porsche to lap all competitors twice and earn the team's 40th WEC victory.
  • As the sun set on Sebring, Mike ticked off the remaining laps without taking risks and Brendon reduced the gap steadily.

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing set for Sebring showdown

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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Toyota City, Japan, Mar 7, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing begins its defence of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) titles, and an exciting new era of Hypercar competition, with a much-anticipated trip to Florida for the 1000 Miles of Sebring on 17 March.

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  • Toyota City, Japan, Mar 7, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing begins its defence of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) titles, and an exciting new era of Hypercar competition, with a much-anticipated trip to Florida for the 1000 Miles of Sebring on 17 March.
  • TOYOTA GAZOO Racing enters the 2023 season, its 11th in WEC, on an unprecedented run of success, having earned five consecutive Le Mans 24 Hours victories and four straight World Championship doubles.
  • But a 1000-mile race over eight hours at Sebring presents a unique challenge to drivers and cars.
  • When the race begins at midday local time on Friday, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing will begin its fight for a second Sebring victory, having triumphed there in 2019.

EQS-News: Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG: Sports car manufacturer successfully concludes year of IPO

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Thursday, March 16, 2023
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Group sales revenue in 2022 amounted to 37.6 billion euros, corresponding to growth of 13.6 per cent (2021: 33.1 billion euros).

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  • Group sales revenue in 2022 amounted to 37.6 billion euros, corresponding to growth of 13.6 per cent (2021: 33.1 billion euros).
  • “With the Road to 20 we are making Porsche even more resilient and our brand stronger than ever,” says Meschke.
  • In June, the sports car manufacturer is making its comeback at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
  • On the 100th anniversary of the classic race, Porsche will once again be fighting for overall victory with the newly developed Porsche 963.

1935 Voisin C25 Aerodyne and 1964 Ferrari 250 LM Named Best in Show at The Amelia's Record-Setting Motoring Weekend

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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AMELIA ISLAND, Fla., March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A 1935 Voisin C25 Aerodyne and a 1964 Ferrari 250 LM were crowned Best in Show at The Amelia Concours d'Elegance - its 28th annual event.

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  • AMELIA ISLAND, Fla., March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A 1935 Voisin C25 Aerodyne and a 1964 Ferrari 250 LM were crowned Best in Show at The Amelia Concours d'Elegance - its 28th annual event.
  • The Aerodyne was Voisin's "Car of the Future," an automobile that sought to capitalize upon the public's growing fascination with streamlining and aerodynamics.
  • In the spring of 1935, Voisin displayed this special Aerodyne at the Lyon Fair and at the concours d'elegance at the Place Bellecour.
  • The Best in Show Concours de Sport was awarded to a 1964 Ferrari 250 LM displayed by Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum of Indianapolis, Indiana.