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BMW

South Korea hosts BMW Ladies Championship with top women’s golfers

The BMW Ladies Championship, taking place from 19th to 22nd October 2023 at Seowon Valley Country Club in South Korea, will feature an elite field of women golfers. Nelly Korda from the USA will be making her first appearance at this tournament, adding to the excitement. In addition, BMW will provide two fully electric hole-in-one cars as prizes.

The BMW Ladies Championship marks an important stage in the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour. It is the starting point for the final phase of the season, which concludes with the CME Group Tour Championship in Florida, USA, at the end of November.

Lydia Ko, a New Zealander who was born in South Korea, is the defending champion. Last year, she won the tournament with an impressive final round score of 65 at Oak Valley Country Club. This year, she will be competing just a few kilometers from her birthplace in Seoul. However, Ko will face tough competition as the field for this year’s championship is exceptionally strong.

The tournament will feature eight of the top ten players on the LPGA ranking list known as the “Race to the CME Globe.” Additionally, all four major winners from 2023 – Lilia Vu (USA), Yin Rouning (CHN), Allisen Corpuz (USA), and Celine Boutier (FRA) – will be participating. The field also includes eight out of the twelve players who won the prestigious Solheim Cup for Europe in September in Malaga, Spain.

Nelly Korda, the 25-year-old daughter of former tennis player Petr Korda, will also be making her debut at the BMW Ladies Championship. Korda won the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, adding to the tournament’s high level of competition.

Similar to last year, there will be no cut at the BMW Ladies Championship, meaning all 78 players will receive prize money and earn points towards the “Race to the CME Globe.” These points are crucial as players aim to secure one of the 60 spots at the season finale and position themselves for a chance to win the season overall. Currently, Celine Boutier is leading the ranking list, with Esther Henseleit as the highest-ranked German player in 41st place.

Aside from playing for a share of the $2.2 million prize money, the golfers will also have an opportunity to win hole-in-one cars provided by BMW. If a player achieves a hole-in-one on the 14th hole, they will receive a BMW i5, while a BMW i7 awaits the first player to achieve a hole-in-one on the 16th hole. Last year, history was made when both hole-in-one prizes were won on the same day during the third round, a first in BMW’s long history of involvement in international golf.

The BMW Ladies Championship made its debut in 2019 at LPGA International Busan and returned to the same venue two years later. Last year, the tournament took place at Oak Valley Country Club. This year’s championship will be held at Seowon Valley Country Club, located roughly an hour’s drive from Seoul. The golf course layout, specifically the West and South Courses, has been redesigned by renowned golf course architect David Dale to provide a more dynamic, challenging, and tactical experience, including the addition of 86 new bunkers.

BMW

Introducing the BMW iX1 eDrive20: A Premium Entry into Electric Mobility

Munich. BMW continues to expand its lineup of electric vehicles with the introduction of the all-new BMW iX1 eDrive20. This all-electric variant of the new Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) in the premium compact segment offers an attractive and economical entry into the world of premium electric mobility. Powered by an electric motor with a maximum output of 150 kW/204 hp, the BMW iX1 eDrive20 has a range of 430 to 475 kilometers, making it a practical and efficient choice for daily driving.

By offering more electric vehicle options in the premium compact segment, BMW is making emission-free driving accessible to a wider range of consumers and contributing to the growth of e-mobility. The BMW iX1 eDrive20 will be available starting in November 2023 with a recommended retail price of 47,900 euros (incl. VAT). It will be produced at the BMW Group plant in Regensburg, just like the BMW iX1 xDrive30.

Efficient Electric Drive, Advanced Charging Technology, Impressive Range.

The BMW iX1 eDrive20 utilizes the latest fifth generation BMW eDrive technology, which includes a highly integrated drive unit on the front axle. With an instantaneous maximum torque of 247 Nm and a maximum output of 150 kW/204 hp, the compact SAV can accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds and has a top speed of 170 km/h. The high-voltage battery, located in the vehicle floor for space-saving purposes, has a usable energy content of 64.7 kWh. It offers excellent range capabilities, and the Combined Charging Unit allows for convenient and fast charging.

With standard AC charging, the high-voltage battery can be fully charged from zero to 100 percent capacity within 6.5 hours. Optional three-phase AC charging reduces the charging time to 3 hours and 45 minutes. The battery can also be charged using direct current with a power of up to 130 kW, allowing for a 10 to 80 percent charge in just 29 minutes at a fast charging station. The efficient charging software and anticipatory thermal management contribute to shorter charging times and optimal battery performance.

Enhanced User Experience with New BMW iDrive and “QuickSelect”.

The BMW iX1 eDrive20 comes with a comprehensive range of standard equipment, including the BMW Maps navigation system, 2-zone automatic air conditioning, driver assistance systems, and innovative digital services. It also features the new BMW iDrive with “QuickSelect” and the updated BMW Operating System 9. These advancements provide a wider range of digital content for information and entertainment, faster update cycles, and improved access to online services. The BMW Curved Display, consisting of a 10.25-inch Information Display and a 10.7-inch Control Display, is the centerpiece of the display and control system.

The new BMW iDrive offers an improved menu structure and “QuickSelect” function, allowing for direct access to functions without the need to navigate through submenus. This intuitive touch operation and control via natural language enhance the overall user experience.

BMW iX1 eDrive20: combined power consumption: 17.2 – 15.4 kWh/100 km according to WLTP; CO2 emissions: 0 g/km; electric range in WLTP cycle: 430 – 475 km, provisional values

Motorsport

Abandoned Cadillac Hearse Revived After Years in a Field

After being left to deteriorate in a field for more than 16 years, this Cadillac hearse is now covered in mold, dirt, and debris. However, the WD Detailing crew takes on the challenge of rescuing and restoring the vehicle. They begin by thoroughly cleaning the interior and exterior, and then work on getting it running again.

Transporting the hearse back to the shop proves to be a difficult task. Due to its length, the vehicle hangs off the back of the trailer. To add to the challenge, one of the team members accidentally drops the winch battery while loading the hearse. It seems as though the vehicle wants to remain undisturbed.