The arrival of Fernando Alonso a Aston Martin has caused madness among Spanish fans. Because of the results, yes, but also because of the great atmosphere in the team. This is where the figures of the two mechanical ‘carrots’ appear, Matt Watson and Mikey Brown. Both have become a mass phenomenon. In it Spanish Grand Prix They have been among the most acclaimed by the Spanish fans. Even Alonso took them out of the box so that the people gave them an ovation. But there is more. Aston Martin has published a video of Watson, the Spaniard’s number 2 mechanic, receiving the affection of the public. First running and high fives from the fans and then signing autographs. The public gave them two magnets of carrots that they did not hesitate to place in their box. They were there...
Fernando Alonso did not get his sixth podium of the season in the Spanish Grand Prix. He got his worst result, seventh, behind his teammate, Lance Stroll. And that caused pessimism in the ‘alonsismo’, who arrived in Barcelona with a lot of desire to achieve victory number 33. Mike Krack, Aston Martin boss, believes they should not be disappointed. And he has his motives. “We should not be disappointed with this result”says. “It’s good to have both Aston Martins finishing the race this afternoon and we leave Barcelona with 14 points. Lance and Fernando have pushed very hard in this race, they have made good overtaking and worked very well as a team”, details Krack. Aston Martin falls to third place in the constructors’ championship behind Merc...
Enlarge christian garcia June 06, 2023 0 The CEMA (Michelin-Almería Experience Center) is one of the group’s most important tire test centers worldwide. This 2023 reaches half a century of life. In the heart of the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park, in Almería, there has been a kind of essential laboratory for the active safety of our vehicles for 50 years now. We talk about Almeria Michelin Center which, thanks to its advanced technology and the more than 100 km of its test tracks, makes continuous progress possible in everything related to the improvement and evolution of the only element that directly connects the car with the surface. Tires: tips, use and maintenance Michelin, committed to sustainability In addition to being one of the most important tire test centers in the world ...
The Weather forecast has played with the expectations of the Spanish Grand Prixsince it has been cloudy practically the whole weekend and raining in many occasions. Despite this, during the race, the water did not fall on the asphalt. During the course of the Grand Prix, George Russell asked his engineer if any pilot had reported signs of rain, since the British saw some drops in the visor of his helmet. However, here comes the ‘shameful‘ confusion. It turned out that the drops from his visor came from his own sweat because not russell had been collected well hair before putting on the helmet, or at least that’s how the Mercedes team driver explained it after the race. “her hair was loose in the first section of the race and it was annoying, I was in my peripheral v...
8 photos Enlarge see cars chance see cars new CDA June 06, 2023 0 Despite its high price, the 333 units of the Volkswagen Golf R 333 have been sold in just 8 minutes. Volkswagen presented a few days ago a very special variant of the iconic Volkswagen Golf only for the German market. With the designation of Golf R 333is based on the Golf R Performance with the addition of a striking exterior in Lime Yellow Metallic and a series of exclusive details. These include Nappa leather sports seats, Harman Kardon hi-fi audio system, numbered badge on the dashboard, carbon fiber trim, blue contrast stitching, Akrapovič exhaust system with titanium mufflers and a wide variety of assistance systems. A very special edition with limited units 8 photos Volkswagen Golf R 333 Enlarge Another of the great at...
He Spanish Grand Prix has left many unknowns. Aston Martin No has had the rhythm expected all weekend and Fernando Alonso it could only have been seventh behind his partner, while Alpine looks like he’s definitely given a step forward. Pierre Gasley is aware of it and feels that, since the improvements came to the Monaco GP, Alpine can dream of fight with the five top. The clearest example of this occurred this weekend, where Gasly achievement rank in the top four and, had it not been penalizedhe outcome of the race could have been alright distinct. Through some statements collected by the portal ‘RaceFans’, Gasly has not hesitated to highlight the improvement of the French team: “Definitely, we have taken a step forward and we need to fight to find that consistency...
The news of return of Kim Cattrall to ‘And just like that’ (HBO Max) has caused quite a stir but, apart from the cameo of a single scene in which he talks on the phone without having any contact with the rest of the cast, the actress is going to release another series on Netflix. Is about ‘Glamourous’in which she plays the former supermodel Madolyn Addison who reinvents herself as a makeup magnate with her own company ‘Glamourous by Madolyn’ and who finds inspiration in Marco Mejía (Miss Benny) to revive her brand. The platform has released the trailer for the series that will premiere soon and in which Cattrall shares the spotlight with Miss Benny. The actress plays Madolyn Addison, a makeup mogul and former model from the golden age of Supermodels. The...
When we thought we had seen it all with Fernando Alonso in Montmelothe Asturian returned to leave a shocking detail with screens. On Saturday, the version of the two-time champion was seen in ‘commissioner’ mode, and on Sunday, in ‘teacher’ mode. In the last lap, just when Alonso surprised everyone greeting the Barcelona stands and playing with the steering wheel He left another trademark detail of the house: fixed on the final positions on the monitor, and he corrected his engineer over the radio. The images of ‘Dazn’ speak for themselves: Fernando assumed his seventh place and asked his engineer on the radio the order in which he had finished his race, and he replied from the Aston Martin box: “Verstappen first, Sainz (second), Hamilton third, Pe...
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz is undoubtedly one of the most special electric vehicles on the market due to its design. Looking towards the end of this year or the beginning of 2024, the long wheelbase version begins, the Volkswagen ID.Buzz LWB. It’s not just a bigger electric minivan. It is that and many other novelties that it premieres. The new model measures 4962mm length (almost like a Multivan), with a wheelbase that grows 250 mm. Thanks to this you can have a third row of seats (it’s a pity they can’t move on rails). You can choose a configuration of seven seats or six, (individual that can rotate to go in the opposite direction to the march). It advertises a huge cargo space, up to 2,469 liters (1,340 liters with five seats and 306 liters with seven seats in use). The ne...
The Seat Ateca was the first SUV of the Spanish brand. It hit the market in 2016, sharing the platform and many elements with the Volkswagen Tiguan and the Skoda Karoq. In 2020 it received an update and, once the supply problems of electronic components were solved and its production was restored, it has once again been among the best-selling cars in Spain. Because? First of all, because it is a compact SUV with contained dimensions that can be a great option for families. Secondly, because its behavior is very Seat, with a balanced and very agile chassis. And thirdly, because it has good equipment for its price. After meeting him at his presentation and thoroughly testing the 110 CV Ateca 1.0 TSI, the Spanish SUV once again passes through our test section. This time we get behind the whee...
when the anthem of Spain sounds, there is no ‘jealousy’ that are worth between Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz. As is the tradition before the race, in montmelo rang the anthem of Spain and the leading role was monopolized by the two Spanish drivers on the grid. They both heard the hymn with passion, in silence and showing that they live each moment with intensity. This image could only be repeated with a Spanish double on the podium in one of the 14 races remaining. Was a very emotional moment, piano and felt in the stands that witnessed the 33rd edition of the Spanish Grand Prix in Montmeló. The scene was perfect when the Ferrari and the one of Aston Martin they merged in a sense hug which represents the communion between the two off the slopes. WHAT IMAGE 🥹🥹@alo_oficial and...