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BMW M Motorsport and PUMA current limited-edition BMW Art Car Capsule Collection impressed by Roy Lichtenstein.

Munich. To have fun the a centesimal birthday of legendary artist Roy Lichtenstein (1923 – 1997), BMW M Motorsport has teamed up with PUMA to current an unique assortment that brings the magic and attract of Le Mans and the BMW Art Cars onto the highway and into wardrobes. As one of many key figures within the pop artwork motion, Lichtenstein performed a defining function within the artwork scene of the Nineteen Fifties and 60s along with his comic-strip impressed works. In 1977 he got here up with a masterpiece on wheels as a part of the BMW Art Car venture. And the BMW 320i Turbo bearing his inventive signature wasted no time in recording class victory within the 24 Hours of Le Mans race that yr. Lichtenstein’s design, that includes the “Ben Day dots” that turned a private hallmark, depicted a panorama showing to maneuver over its bodywork. The solar and cloud imagery in numerous colors adorning the doorways of the automotive reference the 24-hour period of this storied fixture of the motor racing calendar.

Inspired by the sports activities automotive’s distinctive makeover, the “Ben Day dots” may be discovered on all of the gadgets within the BMW Art Car Capsule Collection in tandem with a vibrant color palette. Each garment within the strictly limited-run particular version vary has been rigorously crafted and enthuses with expressive design parts that take their cues from the Lichtenstein 320i Turbo. The assortment due to this fact represents a tribute to the celebrated artist, who at all times sought to blur the standard dividing traces between excessive artwork and low artwork. It items collectively a full outfit made up of jacket, sweatpants, T-shirt, cap and PUMA Suede sneakers.

The BMW M MOTORSPORT RL BOMBER JACKET catches the attention with an all-over print impressed by Roy Lichtenstein, BMW M Motorsport branding and an embroidered PUMA brand on the chest. A ribbed collar, facet pockets and colour-coordinated press studs mix with the jacket’s informal match to create a sporting look.

The BMW M MOTORSPORT RL SWEATPANTS echo the relaxed minimize of the jacket and complement its sporty look with closed cuffs and Roy Lichtenstein appliqués on each side of the legs. The sweatpants, made out of 70 per cent cotton and 30 per cent recycled cotton, are available an energising inexperienced tone and have a woven BMW M Motorsport brand on the again. Handy facet pockets improve their on a regular basis practicality.

With a big BMW Art Car print on the again and discreet particulars just like the PUMA cat brand on the chest and a BMW M Motorsport flag label on the facet seam, the BMW M MOTORSPORT RL T-SHIRT makes a robust visible assertion. Produced from 70 per cent cotton and 30 per cent recycled cotton, this white T-shirt is extraordinarily comfy to put on.

Also completed in timeless white, the BMW M MOTORSPORT RL CAP places smiles on faces with its hanging, Roy Lichtenstein-inspired entrance print. The five-panel baseball cap can also be adorned by a woven BMW M Motorsport brand on the facet and an embroidered PUMA cat brand on the again. An adjustable, premium-quality steel clasp ensures a safe match on any head.

The BMW M MOTORSPORT RL SNEAKER rounds off the gathering. Based on the PUMA Suede, a real icon of the sneaker world that has set hearts beating a little bit quicker for 50 years now, this shoe impresses with intricate embroidered graphics on the internal facet, woven PUMA Formstrips on each side and graphic detailing on the within of the tongue. The Puma brand badge on the entrance is complemented by a BMW steel pin on the heel – a element that highlights the exclusivity of the sneaker with only a trace of understatement.

The BMW Art Car Collection by Roy Lichtenstein from BMW M Motorsport and PUMA can be out there to any extent further by way of the BMW Online Shop at way of life.bmw.com, at chosen PUMA shops and at PUMA.com, priced as follows:

BMW M MOTORSPORT RL BOMBER JACKET, sizes S–XXL – € 200
BMW M MOTORSPORT RL SWEATPANTS, sizes S–XXL – € 120
BMW M MOTORSPORT RL T-SHIRT, sizes S–XXL – € 70
BMW M MOTORSPORT RL CAP, one dimension – € 50
BMW M MOTORSPORT RL SNEAKER, sizes 39–46 – € 120

In the occasion of enquiries please contact:

FiatUk

When Fiat Topolino meets Topolino, magic happens

  • A FIAT tribute to the 100th Disney anniversary: five unique Fiat Topolino, four designed by FIAT Centro Stile inspired by Disney Creatives and one with the participation of the Disney artist Giorgio Cavazzano.
  • A longstanding relationship dating back to the 1930s: Topolino is the Italian name of Mickey Mouse, and the nickname people gave to the iconic first Fiat 500. Today is the name of the new electric quadricycle.
  • The media event (LINK) was held by Olivier Francois, CEO of FIAT and CMO of Stellantis Global, and Daniel Frigo, Country Manager of The Walt Disney Company Italy & Turkey and Head of Studio Italy.  
  • To celebrate further Mickey Mouse and the Fiat Topolino, an exhibition of these 5 unique pieces, in collaboration with Pinacoteca Agnelli, will be set up in the North ramp of the Lingotto building.

 

FIAT homages Disney ‘s 100th anniversary with an exclusive gift, by designing 5 theme-based versions of the new Fiat Topolino dedicated to Mickey Mouse.

The presentation of the five Topolino one-offs took place at Casa 500, on the fourth floor of the prestigious art institution “Pinacoteca Agnelli” where to experience a journey through art and time on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of Disney and the 95th anniversary of Mickey Mouse, and also the centenary of Lingotto.

Olivier Francois, FIAT CEO and Global Stellantis CMO, commented: “The stories of FIAT and Disney are rooted together as both Disney and the Lingotto celebrate their 100th anniversaries, and the 2 Topolinos – the Disney icon and the very first Fiat 500 – have been inspiring art, street art and fashion for decades. We have so much more in common than a name: DNA, authenticity, the importance of bringing people simplicity, warmth, and joy. The value of letting people see the world and the future with a smile and optimism, the way to get connected with a younger audience.

The new Fiat Topolino will play its part in that by offering ‘smiling’ electric mobility to people. Today I am proud to present our tribute to Disney with five special Topolino one-offs, all inspired by the iconic Disney character that motivated our Topolino’s nickname back in the 1930s.”

Daniel Frigo, Country Manager of The Walt Disney Company Italy & Turkey and Head of Studio Italy, stated: “At Disney we are incredibly proud to be part of the culture and amazing creativity of Italy. This love for Italy has inspired us to forge a relationship based on respect and trust with both Italians, as well as FIAT. We are truly honored to be able to celebrate our 100th anniversary with this magical moment that brings FIAT and Topolino together once again, in the spirit of creativity and the bond of friendship.”

To celebrate the captivating alliance, a traditional car event was not enough: it resulted in a project that involved two Design teams with different expertise having fun together to realize something magical that would have breached people’s hearts transforming “the Mouse” into a Muse. Those unique Fiat Topolino represent a journey through time and art: from the time when both Topolinos were born, to today. With the goal of creating something iconic that could bring two stars together.

To celebrate further Mickey Mouse and the Fiat Topolino, an exhibition of these 5 unique pieces, in collaboration with Pinacoteca Agnelli, will be set up in the North ramp of the Lingotto building. Visitors to the shopping center will take a walk along the ramp and admire the 5 Fiat Topolino one-offs as they reach the track. A beautiful combination in the name of creativity and popular culture.

Inspired by Disney creatives, FIAT Centro Stile gave the four Fiat Topolino a second skin, a skin that lets it express any aspect of the other Topolino’s world, furthermore, the fifth one was designed with the special collaboration of the Disney artist Cavazzano.

 

 

In addition to Cavazzano’s celebratory design, the other four Topolino – works of art – are rooted in a distinct ambiance and artistic movement for each of them. These moods are centred around four themes: historical, modern, street, and abstract.

 

 

The story starts with the historical theme to which the Fiat Topolino pays tribute. It is literally inspired to the graphics of the first Disney short film “Steamboat Willie”, beloved by the people, which not only came with the revolutionary innovation of synchronised sound in the world of animation but also was immortalised as an exhibit at MoMA in New York.

 

 

The modern art inspired Fiat Topolino incorporates a texture with Mickey Mouse’s initials as a second skin to provide a feeling of positive energy, celebrating the shared forward-looking view in a bright, colourful, optimistic way of FIAT and Disney: both brands take on iconic status in modern art and culture.

 

 

The abstract livery is an homage to another aspect of Disney’s creativity and the way it re-news classic styling cues through abstract graphic touches and symbols. Giving things really strong visual impact, but also a feeling of elegance.

 

 

Finally, the street creativity contains graffiti references that pay homage to Mickey Mouse with an urban twist while boosting joyful urban mobility which inspired the last work of art.

The Disney and Lingotto centenary celebrations were a joint effort to honor two iconic figures: both small in stature but huge in appeal, honored through the creation of five one-offs, which were meant to be a birthday gift for Disney, revolving around the magical atmosphere that surrounds two icons who have written history in their field, making people dream in the name of “Topolino”.

 

Turin, 21st November 2023

 

FIAT

Established in Turin in 1899, FIAT is one of the oldest carmakers in the world with more than 120-year-long tradition in the design of small and medium-sized city cars, which are ambassadors of “Made in Italy” and expressions of simple and sustainable solutions designed for all. FIAT aims to bring the new Dolce Vita worldwide in a colorful and joyful way. FIAT is a global brand and with about 1.2 million units sold globally in 2022, it is the number one within Stellantis in terms of volume. It is leader in 3 Countries and 3 different Regions: Brazil, Italy, and Turkey, where the Strada, the Panda and the Tipo are respectively the most sold cars. FIAT’s motto, “It’s only sustainable when it’s sustainable for all”, is happily reflected in the FIAT line-up that will continue to grow in the years to come.

 

The Walt Disney Company EMEA

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Parks, Experiences and Products.

The Walt Disney Company Italia, founded in 1938, was the first international Disney subsidiary in the world. The Disney brand has always had a strong affinity with Italian culture and in fact its perceived value in our country is one of the highest in the world.

 

Motorsport

Special Edition Hyundai Ioniq 5 Celebrates Disney’s 100th Anniversary

Hyundai has teamed up with Walt Disney to celebrate Disney’s 100th anniversary by introducing a new special edition model. The Ioniq 5 Disney100 Platinum Edition, which was first unveiled as a concept at the 2023 New York Auto Show, has now made its way into production and was revealed during an episode of Dancing with the Stars.

This electric hatchback features several exclusive elements that showcase the collaboration between the South Korean automaker and Disney. The car boasts a Gravity Gold matte exterior finish, wheels that are inspired by the world of Disney, Disney100 exterior badging and seat logos, Disney-themed front and rear door trim strips, and a Disney-themed welcome screen that appears when the car is turned on.


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BMW Motorrad Days Americas To Welcome Fans For First Time In October 2023

In celebration of BMW Motorrad’s 100th anniversary, the company has been hosting various events throughout the year. In April 2023, they released a coffee table book, followed by the BMW Motorrad 100 Years Anniversary Exhibition the following month. In July, during the BMW Motorrad Days in Berlin, they showcased a special custom R 18 build. The event reportedly attracted over 32,000 fans.

Building on the success of these events, BMW Motorrad will be launching the first BMW Motorrad Days Americas in 2023. The event will take place at Barber Motorsports Park in Leeds, Alabama. It will coincide with the 2023 Barber Vintage Festival from October 6 to 8.

Registration for BMW Motorrad Days Americas 2023 is now live, and attendees can expect a range of activities including a Fan Zone with live music, food trucks, a beer garden, product displays, merchandise, and a kid zone. Ride Experiences will allow participants to test ride BMW’s latest lineup, including off-road and electric demos. Stunt shows featuring Chris McNeil, a ride-in bike show for vintage and custom bikes, and a Barber Museum Scavenger Hunt will also be available. Additionally, the Double R Fest offers the opportunity to ride on track with Nate Kern, but preregistration is required due to limited availability.

To find out more information and preregister for BMW Motorrad Days Americas in 2023, visit the provided link.

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Cunningham Automotive Announces Supercharged Briggs Edition C8 Corvette

Cunningham Automotive is excited to commemorate the Briggs Edition 100th Anniversary by introducing their new Supercharged Briggs Edition C-8 Corvette, boasting 700 horsepower.

A limited production of just 100 of these special Anniversary Corvettes will be available. Each vehicle will be numbered to represent the Briggs Edition 100th Anniversary and registered in the Cunningham Registry.

The Briggs Edition is the epitome of world-class performance. This modern supercar features a Lingenfelter/Magnuson 700 horsepower Supercharged 6.2L LT2 engine capable of achieving a quarter-mile time of 10.6 seconds.

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Building upon the success of the sold-out Cunningham C-8, the Supercharged Briggs Edition offers even greater speed and power, along with enhanced and updated aerodynamics to fully utilize its increased power. It represents the highest level of performance for the LT2 Corvette.

Antonio Pierce, CEO of Cunningham Automotive, stated that “a new fully flat front aerodynamic undertray significantly improves high-speed stability and the front splitter, which provides three times more stability at high speeds. In addition, the optional deployable Active Wing (Patent Pending) further enhances stability.”

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The Supercharged Briggs Edition C-8 Corvette upholds the esteemed championship legacy of Briggs Cunningham. Pierce mentioned that enhancements include “an Alcon brake package to provide the most aggressive braking capabilities for the C-8. Additional visual features include a patent-pending HTC supercharger viewing window, an optional Whaletail Spoiler with an integrated Active Rear Wing, Cunningham HRE forged aluminum and carbon fiber wheels, and optional Cunningham Competition Race Colors. It’s a fusion of Corvette dominance and Cunningham style.”

Reservations for the Briggs Edition 100th Anniversary Corvette can be made by visiting the official Cunningham Automotive website.

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Tamburini Celebrates 100 Years Of The Italian Air Force With F43 Centenario

The Italian Air Force will be celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023, and the newly established Massimo Tamburini brand has introduced its first motorcycle to commemorate this occasion. While Massimo Tamburini himself passed away in 2014, his son, Andrea, is now designing motorcycles and related accessories to continue his father’s moto design legacy.

The Massimo Tamburini F43 Centenario is a highly limited edition bike, with only one unit being produced to honor the Italian Air Force. This bike is based on the MV Agusta F4, and although complete specifications are not yet available, it is known that carbon fiber plays a significant role in its construction.

The Moto Club Massimo Tamburini will auction off this singular F43 Centenario to support a worthy cause, the Italian Association for Cancer Research (AIRC). If you wish to learn more about AIRC or support them, we will include a link to their website in our sources.


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This release comes just six months after the unveiling of the Tamburini Corse F43 Tributo in December 2022. At the time of the announcement, five different variants were planned, with Tamburini Corse producing only five of each variant for the public.

One notable difference with the F43 Centenario, aside from its exclusive production of only one unit, is the matching helmet that can be seen in the photos. Designed by Andrea Tamburini, the hand-painted Arai RX-7V Evo perfectly complements the F43 Centenario.

While Tamburini Corse has not yet updated its website with information about this bike, they have been consistently sharing photos from the official unveiling in mid-June 2023 on their active social media accounts. For more details about this bike and its upcoming auction, you can contact Tamburini Corse at info@tamburinicorse.com. The limited-edition Arai RX-7V Evo helmet, which is sold separately, is also available for purchase through Tamburini Corse. For any inquiries, you can use the provided email address to get in touch.

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Vespa Mickey Mouse Scooter Collab Celebrates 100 Years Of Disney In 2023

Disney is going to celebrate its 100th birthday in 2023, and to mark the occasion, it has collaborated with Vespa on a limited edition Disney Mickey Mouse Edition scooter line. This collaboration is not the first between Disney and Vespa, as Vespa scooters played a prominent role in the 2021 Disney Pixar film “Luca”. The collaboration is a combination of culture and business partnership.

The Disney Mickey Mouse Edition by Vespa will be available in a limited-edition lineup of Vespa Primavera 50cc, 125cc, and 150cc scooters in 2023. Both Vespa and Mickey Mouse are iconic symbols of Italy and Disney respectively, so this collaboration brings the two icons together in a rideable form.


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The Vespa Primavera is already known for its round mirrors, which are informally called “Mickey Mouse mirrors”. The Disney Mickey Mouse Edition by Vespa takes inspiration from Mickey’s design and clothes, with a yellow front fender resembling his shoes, black and red as the primary colors reflecting Mickey’s design, and white accents representing his gloves. The scooter also features white-on-black line drawings of Mickey and his signature debossed onto the black saddle.

Michele Colaninno, Piaggio Group’s chief executive of global strategy, product, marketing, and innovation, commented, “Today, as then, this collaboration between Vespa and Disney represents the celebration of two historic companies that have a common dream: to allow everyone to express their imagination freely.”

The pricing and availability of the Disney Mickey Mouse Edition by Vespa vary by region. The 50cc and 150cc versions will be available in the US in August 2023, with the 50cc version priced at $4,699 and the 150cc version priced at $6,049. In Canada, only the 50cc version will be available at an MSRP of $5,345. For accurate information, it is best to contact your local authorized Vespa dealer outside the US and Canada.

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100 Years of Lingotto: the design marker for the future of the FIAT Brand

  • In the 100th anniversary celebration video “Shaping the Future”, Olivier Francois, FIAT CEO, anticipates a vision for future FIAT models.
  • FIAT’s future cars will be inspired by signature aspects of the Lingotto and of the world-famous rooftop track: including its characteristic lightness, optimization of space, and the intensity of its façade.
  • The video features a conversation between Olivier Francois and Ginevra Elkann, President of the Pinacoteca Agnelli, about the Lingotto centenary: starting from its birth and projecting the Lingotto into the brand’s future. 

 

Today, FIAT celebrates the 100th anniversary of the iconic Lingotto: a century has gone by since the fundamental production facility was officially opened on May 22nd, 1923, immediately establishing the location as a major Italian industrial centre. The famous building now has a new life and purpose but continues to be an engine of new ideas and inspiration.
 

For FIAT, Lingotto is a place where heritage meets the future. In its early days, its iconic structure and features were a manifesto that truly launched FIAT into the 20th century. Today it is again a manifesto of the brand’s renewed vision in the 21st.
 

In the celebration video “Shaping the Future” Olivier Francois, FIAT CEO and Stellantis Global CMO, takes the opportunity to anticipate some details of the cars that will begin to appear on the market from 2024. The  “Lingotto inspired” theme also makes FIAT’s goal explicit: to inspire change and make a sustainable future accessible to all. Olivier Francois said: “At FIAT we think that the Lingotto and the track are such a landmark that they deserve to become ‘design markers’. Their characteristics have inspired FIAT designers to trace the lines of the future FIAT models, from the incredible roof track, to the ramp – a revolution in the 1920s – which is like a manifesto of our traditional lightness: less material, more space, that’s our vision of interior design moving forward. The oval shape of “La Pista 500” inspires several new interior product marker, while the façade, with the lightness of its windows, will also become a distinctive signature of the future models. I look forward to launching those ‘Lingotto inspired’ models a year from now.”
 

Ginevra Elkann, President of Pinacoteca Agnelli said: “Today is a special day: the Lingotto was officially opened by my great grandfather, exactly 100 years ago. It was a very proud moment: a huge step forward for FIAT, and for the Italian industry in general. Corbusier called it “one of the most impressive sights industry has ever offered”. The Lingotto has been an icon of Italian production, of renewal and transformation and, still today, it’s an engine for new ideas. In the 80s we were in search of a new purpose, so my grandfather decided to turn it into what you see today: shops, offices, hotels, and culture fulfilled by the artistic mission of Pinacoteca Agnelli.  Recently relaunched through a new ambitious programme of exhibitions and events, the Pinacoteca has become a new destination for a diverse and young public. Thanks to the hanging garden on La Pista 500 with its spectacular art installations, to Casa 500 and its FIATCafé500, Pinacoteca Agnelli is today one of the most visited museums in the city.
 

The Lingotto building found its new vocation during the 80s when it was inaugurated to the city of Turin and the collection of Giovanni and Marella Agnelli became its symbolic core. Today the opening of La Pista 500  reconnects the public with the original identity of this special site, merging the past with new, fresh, and vital roots.
 

La Pista 500 is the largest hanging garden in Europe and Casa 500 – welcoming visitors interested in the FIAT icon, art, architecture, and nature – is not just a museum: it’s the beginning of a journey into the future.
 

As the original, symbolic home of FIAT for a century, the Lingotto is constantly evolving and adapting itself over time, like the FIAT Brand. Innovation, attention to detail and lightness remain at the core of the brand’s future plans, with a strong prioritization of customers’ real needs in an era of continuous change.

Turin, May 22nd, 2023

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DS AUTOMOBILES READY TO CELEBRATE ITS CENTURY IN FORMULA E

  • DS Automobiles will celebrate its 100th race in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship next Sunday in Jakarta, Indonesia
  • Participants in Formula E since 2015, DS Automobiles has established itself as the most decorated manufacturer in the all-electric competition as the only two-time double winning team, and has won a record number of titles and podiums
  • With PENSKE AUTOSPORT, Stoffel Vandoorne and Jean-Eric Vergne, DS Automobiles is at the forefront of the action in Season 9 Formula E

This weekend marks a significant anniversary for DS Automobiles and the world of Formula E. On Sunday 4 June, at the second race of the Jakarta E-Prix, the French manufacturer will start a Formula E race for the 100th time since its involvement in the 100% electric championship began.

DS Automobiles joined Formula E in 2015 and has made its mark on the history of electric motorsport with three generations of Formula E. Heading into its 100th race, DS Automobiles has racked up four Team and Drivers’ championship titles, 16 race victories, 47 podiums and 22 pole positions to its name.

DS Automobiles has established itself as the most decorated manufacturer in Formula E with a podium from nearly every other race it has taken part in over almost eight years. DS Automobiles is also the only team to win a double title twice (in 2019 with Jean-Eric Vergne and 2020 with Antonio Félix Da Costa).

To celebrate this anniversary, reigning world champion Stoffel Vandoorne and Jean-Eric Vergne – the only two-time champion in the history of the sport – will drive a DS E-TENSE FE23 with a one-off livery to mark the occasion. Jean-Eric Vergne, who is also a DS Automobiles ambassador, will also celebrate 100 races with a bespoke design on his helmet.

The event will be celebrated with a video featuring testimonials from the personalities who have played key a role in the DS Automobiles Formula E adventure on the brand’s social channels. These include Béatrice Foucher, Yves Bonnefont, Alessandro Agag, Jean-Marc Finot, Thomas Chevaucher, Eugenio Franzetti, Jean-Eric Vergne, Stoffel Vandoorne, Antonio Félix Da Costa, Sam Bird and André Lotterer. The video will also include clips of some of the team’s greatest moments including winning the debut title in New York, their second title in Berlin, plus victories in Sanya, Bern, Marrakesh, Monaco, Rome, and Hyderabad.

The story of DS Automobiles continues to unfold, and the two races of the Jakarta E-Prix on 3 and 4 June promise more fine performances from the French team.

Eugenio Franzetti, DS Performance director, said “We’ll be experiencing a historic and moving moment for all of us in Jakarta. First of all, I’d like to say a big ‘thank you’ to everyone who has contributed with such passion and talent to this extraordinary event. Celebrating 100 races in Formula E is truly a milestone, and to do so with the sort of track record that we have accumulated is a source of great pride. A few years ago, DS Automobiles decided to create its DS Performance competition arm, and entered the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. This turned out to be a strategic and winning choice. Thanks to our many victories accumulated over the years, the reputation of DS Automobiles has grown considerably, and we’ve also acquired the technical experience that has helped us to support and accelerate the electrification of the entire brand. These days, the Gen3 single-seaters from DS Performance remain an excellent research laboratory to prepare our next generation of electric road cars. From 2024 in fact, all new cars from DS Automobiles will be 100% electric.”

Key figures since DS Automobiles entered Formula E:

–               98 races

–               4 championship titles

–               16 victories

–               47 podiums

–               22 pole positions