hrc announcing max, checo, yuki will be in honda racing thanks day all the way since a month ago and then mentioning it again yesterday AND MARC HAS NOT EVEN BEEN MENTIONED AT ALL?!??! my man has more world championships than all of them combined 😭😭

Max Verstappen of Oracle Red Bull Racing and Netherlands and Sergio Perez of Oracle Red Bull Racing and Mexico during the Honda Racing Thanks Day 2023 at the Mobility Resort Motegi on December 3, 2023 in Motegi, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan.

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Daniel will be attending the Honda Racing Thanks Day 2023 on December 3rd with Max, Yuki, Checo and Ayumu. They will be participating in a showrun as well as a karting race!

The event will be live-streamed on the Honda Racing Global YouTube page

Max Verstappen at the 2022 Honda Racing Thanks Day

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I Guess We Gotta Talk About Andretti...

So, I've been rather negative when it comes to modern F1 on this blog, and unfortunately, we gotta go there again this week.

So, this week, at Indycar's Long Beach Grand Prix - which turned into a pretty good race at the end - Mario Andretti was interviewed when it comes to his son, Michael's, bid to bring Andretti to Formula One as an eleventh team.

Mario, the 1978 Formula One World Champion, said that he's offended and finds it ridiculous that F1 has rejected the application, that Andretti has worked hard to create a deal with GM, has promised to support drivers in F2 and F3, and that value is added to Formula One by having an eleventh team. Basically, Andretti has met every hurdle that FOM has put ahead of them, and what have the FOM and the teams done in turn?

The teams are trying to get a ten-team limit put into the new Concorde Agreement.

Do I think that Andretti would instantly fix all my problems with modern F1? No.

Do I think F1 would be more interesting with another team? Yes.

Why? Because first of all, so many drivers have been stuck on the outside because there's too few seats in F1. Felipe Drugovich is doing fuck all this season because he couldn't get an F1 drive as a runaway F2 champion. Theo Pourchaire, the next F2 champion, is about to do his second Indycar race this weekend with Arrow McLaren. Mick Schumacher, Callum Ilott, and Robert Shwartzman are all in sports cars after super promising F3 and F2 careers. Marcus Armstrong is in Indycar, Louis Deletraz in IMSA, etc, etc.

Even Oscar Piastri, who has one of the most successful junior careers of recent memory, had to take a year off and ended up debuting with McLaren instead of Alpine.

All of these guys who could have F1 seats are instead doing amazing things in other series. Meanwhile, Lance Stroll has an Aston seat because his dad owns the team, Yuki Tsunoda has an Alpha Tauri seat because Honda wants a Japanese driver, and Daniel Ricciardo is his teammate for reasons that even Red Bull seems puzzled about at this point.

Adding two seats in F1 could improve that situation.

At least one of those seats would likely go to an American, and maybe Logan Sargeant has soured some people's tastes towards that, but hey, if you're going to have three races in the US, you're gonna need American talent to help support that interest.

Haas sure as hell isn't doing a good job of being an American team. Hell, Haas isn't doing a good job of much of anything. They have no ambition, they have two safe, boring, older drivers who will score a few points every once in awhile and let the team collect its prize money check at the end of the season. There's nothing exciting about that, Haas isn't going to have some young charger to breathe life into the back of the grid, Haas isn't going to master the 2026 regulations and give some amazing Brawn storyline, they don't even make their own cars - they have Dallara do it.

Andretti is going to have more ambition than that, I can guarantee that if nothing else. Andretti has three full time cars in Indycar, a bunch of cars in Indy Lights, two cars in IMSA in association with Wayne Taylor Racing, and is potentially laying the groundwork for a move into NASCAR as well.

Marco Andretti is in Trucks while Gainbridge, a major investor in Andretti, has been popping up on the Spire cars, along with rumors that Gainbridge and Andretti wanting to buy into the team.

All of this along with a share in an Australian Supercars team, a Formula E team, and Extreme E. They're a global team that isn't afraid to spend money. They're trying to win championships in series across the world.

F1 doesn't think all of that is good enough.

Why? Because that would mean the teams have to split money eleven ways instead of ten. That's it. That's the entire reason.

Paddock space? Space for twenty-six cars is written into the rules.

Value added? Look at all that stuff above, Andretti isn't coming to F1 to fuck around, and even if it was, half the grid is doing the same thing.

It's all about the money.

As much as I fully believe Andretti is overqualified for F1, I almost want them to say fuck it and abandon F1, put the money into the rest of your series. Marcus Ericsson, Kyle Kirkwood, and Colton Herta are competitive each and every week in an Indycar series where being a few tenths off could put you at the back of the field. The #10 and #40 WTR Andretti cars in IMSA are major championship threats. Plus, if Andretti can get that Spire deal and get into NASCAR, that's a sport that's experiencing its own resurgence in popularity.

I know NASCAR is very much focused in the US but having 4.3 million viewers for Talladega this last weekend is four times the ratings that F1 pulls, and everyone's talking about how big F1 is becoming in the US. F1 is getting all these American sponsors and American races, but whenever it comes to letting more Americans into the sport, there's always this hostility.

Motorsports is more than just F1, and the more F1 turns up its nose at the rest of motorsports, the more it alienates fans like me.

Which is a damn shame, because F1 was my first love in motorsports.

Honda Thanks Day in Motegi, Japan is back at December 3. Max, Daniel, Checo, Liam and Yuki will be attending! (Takuma Sato from indycar and Ayumi Iwasa from f2 will also be there -for the people who are interested)

Tickets will be on on sale on October 21. Here is the global site of the event to see the riders and drivers joining,

Honestly, if you have no plans, this is a good event to see drivers have fun around Motegi resort, so i recommend it!

Indycar Driver Lore

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Colton Thomas Herta

Birthdate: March 30, 2000 Hometown: Valencia, California Residence: Brentwood, Tennessee Height/Weight: 5’10”/140lbs

Rookie Year: 2019

Team: Andretti Global

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Career Stats

2018: 1 race with Harding Racing - 37th Overall 2019: Harding Steinbrenner Racing - 7thg Overall 2020: Andretti Harding Steinbrenner Autosport - 3rd Overall 2021: Andretti Autosport - 5th Overall 2022: Andretti Autosport w/ Curb-Agajanian - 10th Overall 2023: Andretti Autosport w/ Curb-Agajanian - 10th Overall

IMSA 2019 BMW Team RLL, GTLM class, won Daytona 24 2020 BMW Team RLL, GTLM class 2021 Turner Motorsport, GTD class 2022 DragonSpeed USA, LMP2 class, won Daytona 24 2023 BMW M Team RLL, GTP class

2022 Race of Champions

-He was the first NTT INDYCAR SERIES driver born in the 2000’s and is a seven-time race winner. -Became the youngest race winner in NTT INDYCAR SERIES history when he won at Circuit of The Americas in 2019 at 18 years, 359 days old and became youngest pole winner in NTT INDYCAR SERIES history at 19 years 83 days when he scored his first pole at Road America in 2019. -Son of former NTT INDYCAR SERIES driver Bryan Herta, who won four races in his driving career and two Indianapolis 500s as a team owner. Bryan Herta was race strategist for his son's NTT INDYCAR SERIES team and a co-owner of the Andretti Herta Haupert with Marco and Curb-Agajanian entry. -Won the 2019 Rolex 24 at Daytona with BMW Team RLL in GT Le Mans class. -Competed for Andretti Steinbrenner Racing in INDY NXT by Firestone in 2017-18, winning six races. -Enjoys electronic dance music (EDM), comedies and video games. He is also an active athlete who enjoys cycling, running and golf. -Plays drums in a rock band caled The Zibs, which is an arabic slang term for penis. The band toured the West Coast in 2019 -Doesn't really drink coffee

-left handed

Iconic/memorable moments 2022 INSIDE THE RACE // COLTON HERTA AT HONDA INDY TORONTO Outside the Line: Colton Herta HONDA PACE CAR // COLTON HERTA AND ALEXANDER ROSSI What Racecar Phenom Colton Herta Is Listening To JAVA WITH JAMES // JAMES HINCHCLIFFE WITH COLTON HERTA Colton Herta crashes, flips in final Indy 500 practice | Motorsports on NBC Colton Herta impresses in Formula One test at Portimão Circuit Outside the Line: Colton Herta The Racer Channel videos with Colton Herta Unbelievable Herta Save | Indycar GMR Grand Prix 2022 2022 PACE CAR LAPS // BRYAN AND COLTON HERTA ON THE STREETS OF LONG BEACH King Taco: Questions with Colton Herta

IndyCar rookie phenom Colton Herta's side gig: Rock band drummer Colton Herta INTERVIEW! The IndyCar Podcast Tom Griswold Interviews Colton Herta (2022 Indy 500) Colton Herta and Dan Wheldon Celebrate Bryan Herta's Win at Michigan 2005 MP 651: The Week In IndyCar,, Sept 28, with Colton Herta Colton Herta Loves Star Wars, Drumming, & Talladega Nights

Andretti IndyCar Drivers Test Their Pit Stop Skills | #AllAndretti | Indy 500

Road and Track's music issue, Feb/Mar 2023:

Colton is easygoing and laidback, a true California kid, yet is intensely competitive. Participant (rumored to be the mastermind) in several of the infamous Indy 500 bus lot pranks in recent years, he somehow eludes any true blame falling upon him. He’s well-liked within the paddock, most recently sort of adopted by the Bus Bros and nicknamed “Swolton.” He is also close friends with Alex Rossi, often staying with his former teammate when he needs to be in Indy. He doesn’t make a lot of waves off-track, one of the quietest drivers on social media, but makes up for it on-track with fantastic saves and crashes in equal measure. Just 23 years old in 2023 has 7 wins, 11 podiums and 9 poles in his young life.

F1 discussions.

In late summer 2022, it was announced that F1 team AlphaTauri had an interest in Colton for the 2024 F1 season. Colton, already signed to McLaren F1 as a test driver in addition to his Andretti contract in Indycar, was not eligible for a Super License, a requirement to drive in F1, but this could be addressed with an exception by the FIA. At one point it was announced that this was a done deal but it was not and Red Bull (AlphaTauri’s parent team) soon abandoned all efforts to acquire Colton as a driver.

The Super License system is a convoluted thing that I will not explain here other than to say that Indycar is vastly underrated in points assigned and if not for this discrepancy, Colton would have had more than enough points. But as it is, Colton had 32 points out of a needed 40. Other drivers in similar situations have raced in various lower tier FIA sanctioned series to make up the points and Colton was willing to do this over the winter of 2022-23 but this was also not allowed by the FIA.

But seeing Colton in F1 is still a possibility, should he do well enough in Indycar to earn the points needed and should Michael Andretti eventually succeed in buying an existing F1 team or convincing F1 to allow him to enter a new team. After the end of the 2022 Indycar season, Colton signed a multi-year contract extension with Andretti that includes the ability to switch to an Andretti owned F1 team.

Fanfic Lore

Paired with Pato O'Ward, ship name O'Herta

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Formula E announces replacement for CEO Reigle | Formula E

Formula E CEO Jamie Reigle is to step down next month after four years in charge of the all-electric single-seater world championship. The series has announced former Virgin Media O2 CEO Jeff Dodds will replace Reigle on June 5th. Reigle took charge of Formula E from founder Alejando Agag in September 2019. He faced a series of challenges as the Covid-19 pandemic struck three months later, forcing the cancellation of many races and drastic changes to its schedule. He also oversaw the introduction of the new ‘Gen3’ car for 2023. While Formula E has won praise for the quality of its racing this year, several manufacturers have left the series in recent seasons including BMW, Audi and Mercedes. The latter specifically cited Formula E’s poor viewing figures as a contributing factor in its decision to leave despite winning back-to-back championships for both teams and drivers. Reigle said it had been “an honour leading Formula E for the last four years.” “I was initially attracted to Formula E’s unique position as a sport at the intersection of innovation, sustainability and electric mobility,” he continued. “What I found was far more ambitious and humbling; a passionate group of people committed to building a global sport while changing the world. “This mission continues under new leadership and as someone who benefitted from a partnership with Alejandro I’m happy to support Jeff before reverting to life as a passionate Formula E fan.” Agag thanked Reigle for his period in charge of the series. “I enjoyed partnering with Jamie to build upon my founding vision while reimagining the definition of success for Formula E,” he said. “It has been a pleasure working with him and I look forward to welcoming him back at Formula E races in the future.” Dodds has also previously worked for Honda UK, where he was head of marketing until moving on in 2007. He is also a non-executive director at the UK government’s Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities. Agag said Dodds “brings a proven track record of dynamic leadership and impressive execution to Formula E, and the board looks forward to him unlocking the full potential of Formula E, for the benefit of our fans, teams, manufacturers, partners and stakeholders.” Advert | Become a RaceFans supporter and go ad-free 2023 F1 season Browse all 2023 F1 season articles via RaceFans - Independent Motorsport Coverage https://www.racefans.net/

Bike companies in India

Introduction

This article will delve into various aspects of the bike industry in India, including the leading companies, market trends, technological advancements, and the future outlook of this vibrant sector.

India stands as a colossal market for motorcycles, with its vast population and growing economy making it an attractive arena for both domestic and international bike manufacturers. The country's motorcycle industry is characterized by a wide array of products ranging from entry-level commuters to high-end performance bikes, catering to a broad spectrum of consumers with varying needs and preferences.

Leading Bike Companies in India

Hero MotoCorp

Hero MotoCorp, formerly known as Hero Honda, is a dominant player in the Indian bike market, renowned for its extensive range of motorcycles that prioritize fuel efficiency, reliability, and affordability. As the world's largest manufacturer of two-wheelers, Hero MotoCorp has a vast distribution network across the country, making its bikes accessible to a wide demographic.

Bajaj Auto

A pivotal figure in the Indian motorcycle market, Bajaj Auto has a rich history of producing a diverse portfolio of bikes. Known for its Pulsar series, which revolutionized the sports bike segment in India, Bajaj has continually innovated its offerings to include more performance-oriented and feature-rich motorcycles.

Royal Enfield

An iconic brand with a cult following, Royal Enfield specializes in manufacturing cruiser bikes that blend classic styling with modern technology. The company has experienced a remarkable resurgence in the past decade, appealing to enthusiasts and long-distance riders with its Bullet, Classic, and Himalayan models.

TVS Motor Company

TVS Motor Company is one of India's leading two-wheeler manufacturers, known for its engineering prowess and innovative designs. The company's portfolio includes a wide range of products, from moped and scooters to racing-inspired bikes like the TVS Apache series.

Yamaha Motor India

Yamaha has carved a niche in the Indian market with its focus on performance and design. The Japanese giant offers a mix of everyday commuter bikes and higher-end performance models, such as the Yamaha R series, appealing to both regular users and motorcycle enthusiasts.

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI)

A subsidiary of the global Honda Motor Company, HMSI has a significant presence in the Indian market, offering a broad spectrum of motorcycles and scooters. Known for its reliability and innovation, Honda's products cater to various segments, including the commuter, premium, and performance categories.

Market Trends and Consumer Preferences

The Indian motorcycle market is characterized by a strong preference for fuel-efficient, low-maintenance bikes in the entry-level segment. However, there's a growing trend towards premium and performance bikes as consumers become more aspirational and have higher disposable incomes. Additionally, the advent of electric bikes is set to redefine market dynamics, with several startups and established players venturing into this space.

Technological Advancements

Technological innovation is a key driver of the motorcycle industry in India. Features such as ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), fuel injection, and digital instrument clusters, once reserved for premium models, are increasingly becoming standard in mid-range bikes. Moreover, the push towards electric mobility has spurred the development of electric motorcycles and scooters, highlighting the industry's commitment to sustainable transportation.

Challenges and Opportunities

The Indian motorcycle industry faces several challenges, including regulatory changes, increasing competition, and the need for infrastructure development to support electric vehicles. However, these challenges also present opportunities for growth and innovation, as companies invest in research and development to create more efficient, safer, and environmentally friendly bikes.

The Future Outlook

The future of the bike industry in India looks promising, with a projected increase in demand for two-wheelers driven by urbanization, the rise of the middle class, and evolving consumer preferences. The shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) offers a significant growth avenue for the industry, with government incentives and increasing consumer awareness about environmental issues pushing the market towards electric mobility.

Conclusion

The motorcycle industry in India is a vibrant and dynamic sector, characterized by a rich mix of tradition and innovation. With a strong lineup of domestic and international players, the market is poised for continued growth and transformation, especially with the advent of electric mobility. As companies navigate the challenges and capitalize on the opportunities, the Indian motorcycle landscape is set to evolve, offering consumers a wider range of choices and advancing the country's journey towards sustainable transportation.

This article provides a comprehensive overview of the bike companies in India, exploring their history, market presence, product offerings, and the overarching trends shaping the industry. With continued innovation and strategic market positioning, these companies are not only catering to the immediate needs of Indian consumers but are also setting the stage for a more sustainable and technologically advanced future in personal mobility.

The Electric Avenue: Navigating the Future with America's Favorite Car Brands. from Our Auto Expert on Vimeo.

As the dawn breaks on a new era in the automotive industry, a quiet revolution is taking place on the streets and highways across America and beyond. The shift from the rumble of gasoline engines to the whisper of electric motors is not just a trend; it's a transformation that's setting the course for the future of driving. Major car manufacturers, long celebrated for their iconic models, are now racing towards a greener, more sustainable future, electrifying their portfolios in an ambitious bid to redefine mobility in the 21st century.

From Tradition to Innovation: The Electrification of Heritage Brands

BMW is charting a course towards a future where luxury and electric propulsion coexist, targeting 2 million fully electric vehicles on the roads by 2025 and aiming for electric vehicles (EVs) to comprise half of its global sales by 2030. Ford is not far behind, with the F-150 Lightning leading its $22 billion electric venture, embodying the brand's vision for a carbon-neutral future by 2050. General Motors takes the aspirations a notch higher, with plans to eliminate gas and diesel vehicles from its lineup by 2035, highlighting Cadillac's transformation to an all-electric brand by 2030 as a key milestone.

Innovating for a Greener Tomorrow: The Diverse Paths to Electrification

Honda embraces the future with a focus on electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles, targeting a complete phase-out of gas cars by 2040. Hyundai-Kia is equally committed, investing $7.4 billion in the U.S. to support its vision of electric mobility, albeit without forgoing internal combustion models entirely. Yet, their goal of producing half a million battery cars annually by 2026 is a testament to their dedication to change.

Luxury and Performance Brands Leading the Charge

The drive towards electrification is not limited to mainstream brands. Luxury and performance car manufacturers are at the forefront of this shift, with Jaguar Land Rover pledging an all-electric lineup by 2030 and Mercedes-Benz setting its sights on an EV-only platform starting in 2025. These ambitious plans are not just about adhering to environmental standards but reimagining the essence of luxury and performance for the electric age.

A Broad Spectrum of Commitments Across the Industry

The electrification movement spans across a wide array of brands, each with its unique timeline and vision for the future. Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Lotus, and Aston Martin are all on paths to electrify their lineups, targeting various milestones throughout the next decade. Bentley and Cadillac aim for complete electrification by 2030, while Buick, Genesis, Lexus, and Maserati share similar goals, each carving out its niche in the electric future.

The Evolution of Electrification Across Brands

Other brands like Mini, Rolls-Royce, Volvo, and Audi have also set ambitious goals for an electric future, with timelines stretching into the 2030s. Chevrolet and GMC, under the GM umbrella, align with the broader corporate vision of phasing out combustion engines by 2035. Meanwhile, Acura and Honda in North America, alongside Nissan, Jeep, and Kia, are focusing on significant electric sales targets for the next decade, underscoring the industry-wide commitment to change.

The Road to an Electric Future

As these automotive giants navigate the transition to electric mobility, the impact of their journeys will be felt far beyond the auto industry, driving innovation, sustainability, and a new vision for the future of transport. This transformation promises not only to reduce emissions and combat climate change but also to redefine the driving experience for millions. The electric future is not just on the horizon; it's here, accelerating faster than ever, powered by the vision and commitment of America's favorite car brands. Stay tuned as we continue to follow this electrifying journey towards a cleaner, greener world.