GT3

2024 Porsche 718 Spyder RS becomes the pinnacle of open-top, mid-engine driving

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

The powertrain of the new 718 Spyder RS is identical to that of the 718 Cayman GT4 RS coupe.

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  • The powertrain of the new 718 Spyder RS is identical to that of the 718 Cayman GT4 RS coupe.
  • Like every modern RS model, the new 718 Spyder RS is available exclusively with the seven-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung transmission (PDK).
  • The front end of the new Porsche 718 Spyder RS is almost identical to the front end of the 718 Cayman GT4 RS.
  • The chassis of the 718 Spyder RS uses a combination of components from the 718 Cayman GT4 RS and the 718 Spyder.

Mattel Creations Virtual Collectibles Platform Launches Peer-to-Peer Marketplace

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today a forthcoming update to the Mattel Creations Virtual Collectibles Platform .

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  • Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today a forthcoming update to the Mattel Creations Virtual Collectibles Platform .
  • On April 27, the platform will introduce its own peer-to-peer marketplace, allowing owners of Mattel virtual collectibles to display, trade, and sell their assets.
  • The Mattel Creations Virtual Collectibles Platform was developed in collaboration with Mattel’s long-term blockchain partner Flow , a fast, decentralized, and eco-friendly blockchain designed to support consumer-scale applications serving mainstream audiences.
  • Similar Mattel initiatives include Cryptoys x Masters of the Universe as well as Barbie x Boss Beauties, the second drop of which will launch on the Mattel Creations Virtual Collectibles Platform in May.

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing announces the outline of TGR GT Cup 2023 online race, marking its fifth year of e-Motorsports

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

TOKYO, Apr 4, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) has announced details on the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing GT CUP (TGR GT Cup) 2023, an online race in "Gran Turismo 7" for PlayStation 5(1) (PS5) and PlayStation 4(1) (PS4).

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  • TOKYO, Apr 4, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) has announced details on the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing GT CUP (TGR GT Cup) 2023, an online race in "Gran Turismo 7" for PlayStation 5(1) (PS5) and PlayStation 4(1) (PS4).
  • The TGR GT Cup is a global competition held in "Gran Turismo 7" in which the GR lineup, dedicated racing cars, and other cars participate in competitive racing throughout the season.
  • Seven qualifying rounds will be held online, and the world's top 24 players will qualify for the final.
  • The outline of the BRIDGESTONE GT Time Trial U17 by TOYOTA GAZOO Racing for participants aged 17 or younger will be announced at a later date.

Navitas and realme Launched World’s First 240W Ultra-Fast Charging Phone at MWC

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Monday, April 3, 2023

Launched at this year’s Mobile World Conference (MWC), realme’s GT3 is a powerful and stylish new Android device and the world’s first smartphone to offer the power of 240 W charging.

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  • Launched at this year’s Mobile World Conference (MWC), realme’s GT3 is a powerful and stylish new Android device and the world’s first smartphone to offer the power of 240 W charging.
  • A charge of 50% is possible in as little as four minutes, while a quick-shot 30-second charge delivers two hours talk-time.
  • Navitas GaNFast ICs featuring GaNSense technology are the key to realizing this world’s first.”
    “We would like to congratulate realme on the global launch of the GT3,”said David Carroll, SVP of Global Sales at Navitas.
  • “This ultra-fast-charging milestone, supports our mission to Electrify Our World™ by helping our clients set fast-charging records and deliver an ultra-portable user experience.”

BROAD ARROW TO HOST THE PORSCHE 75TH ANNIVERSARY AUCTION

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Friday, February 24, 2023

GROSSE POINTE, Michigan, Feb. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Broad Arrow Auctions, a Hagerty (NYSE: HGTY) company, is thrilled to announce The Porsche 75th Anniversary Auction.

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  • GROSSE POINTE, Michigan, Feb. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Broad Arrow Auctions, a Hagerty (NYSE: HGTY) company, is thrilled to announce The Porsche 75th Anniversary Auction.
  • As the auction house of Porsche’s 75th Anniversary celebration by Porsche Cars North America in June, Broad Arrow’s sale will commemorate this milestone and feature a curated selection of 75 of the most desirable classic and collectible Porsche motor cars in today’s market.
  • It will now seek a new home as part of Broad Arrow’s offering at The Porsche 75th Anniversary Auction this spring.
  • Collectors interested in consigning their important Porsche to this world-class event are invited to contact a Broad Arrow specialist via broadarrowauctions.com .

1968 TARGA FLORIO-WINNING PORSCHE 907 K TO STAR AT BROAD ARROW’S INAUGURAL AMELIA AUCTION

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Single-day auction set for March 4 marks the inaugural year for Broad Arrow as the official auction house of The Amelia.

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  • Single-day auction set for March 4 marks the inaugural year for Broad Arrow as the official auction house of The Amelia.
  • Broad Arrow Auctions, a Hagerty (NYSE: HGTY) company, is honored to announce the addition of a 1968 Porsche 907 K, the world-famous overall winner of the 1968 Targa Florio, to its inaugural Amelia Auction on March 4, the official auction of The Amelia.
  • 907 025’s victory at the 1968 Targa Florio is a legendary tale in a season that saw ‘Quick Vic’ Elford at the top of his game.
  • Featured classes for the 28th annual event include Porsche Fiberglass Racing Spyders, Porsche Carrera 2.7 and Porsche 959.

2024 Nissan GT-R receives updated aerodynamics, T-spec special edition and heritage paint options

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Friday, January 13, 2023

The 2024 Nissan GT-R arrives at select U.S. Nissan dealers this spring (NISMO arrives in summer).

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  • The 2024 Nissan GT-R arrives at select U.S. Nissan dealers this spring (NISMO arrives in summer).
  • All 2024 Nissan GT-R grades are extensively revised to increase downforce and reduce drag, helping provide confident, responsive handling, representing Nissan’s continued iterative enhancements to GT-R.
  • The 2024 Nissan GT-R uses a 3.8-liter V6, 24-valve, twin-turbocharged engine that is hand-assembled by takumi technicians.
  • For full details on the features included on each grade level of the 2024 Nissan GT-R, see the full specification sheet.

WHAT'S NEW: 2023 Lexus RC and RC F

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

For those looking for the ultimate F driving experience, the RC F and RC F Track Edition offer unrelenting dynamic performance and uncompromising comfort.

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  • For those looking for the ultimate F driving experience, the RC F and RC F Track Edition offer unrelenting dynamic performance and uncompromising comfort.
  • For 2023, the RC and RC F interior have been updated to accentuate premium coupe elegance.
  • For 2023, the RC F will continue to offer an exclusive performance package, the RC F Track Edition.
  • 2023 RC and RC F models are expected to arrive in dealerships in early 2023.

FERRARI EXTENDS ITS PARTNERSHIP WITH ESSILORLUXOTTICA. EYEWEAR LINE LICENCING AND RACING ACTIVITIES SPONSORSHIP BOTH EXPANDED WITH NEW AGREEMENT.  

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

Maranello (Italy), 15 December 2022 – Ferrari N.V. (NYSE/MTA: RACE) (“Ferrari”) announces that Ferrari S.p.A., its wholly-owned Italian subsidiary, has renewed and expanded the partnership with EssilorLuxottica that began in 2016.

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  • Maranello (Italy), 15 December 2022 – Ferrari N.V. (NYSE/MTA: RACE) (“Ferrari”) announces that Ferrari S.p.A., its wholly-owned Italian subsidiary, has renewed and expanded the partnership with EssilorLuxottica that began in 2016.
  • The licensing activities also extend to the first collection of monobrand eyewear featuring the Prancing Horse trademark.
  • We saw with our first collaboration between Ray-Ban and Scuderia Ferrari the passion racing fans have for the Ferrari brand and the strong crossover between racing and fashion translated very well into eyewear.
  • With our expanded partnership, we will bring that excitement to many more consumers around the world, further developing Ferrari in the eyewear category,” said Francesco Milleri, Chairman and CEO of EssilorLuxottica.

Taking inspiration from the rally stages: The 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

It harks back to the first overall Porsche victory at the 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally which also represents the first use of the all-wheel drive system in a Porsche 911.

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  • It harks back to the first overall Porsche victory at the 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally which also represents the first use of the all-wheel drive system in a Porsche 911.
  • The first thing that immediately stands out on the Porsche 911 Dakar is its ride height: It is 50 millimeters higher than on a 911 Carrera model equipped with Sport Suspension.
  • Customers of the 911 Dakar can order an exclusive Porsche Design Chronograph 1 911 Dakar or the Chronograph 1 911 Dakar Rallye Design Edition.
  • The Porsche 911 Dakar is expected to begin arriving in U.S. dealers in Spring 2023, with a starting MSRP of $222,000 excluding $1,450 for delivery, processing and handling.