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The Citizen
20 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Peugeot makes it official: GTi coming back in June but…
Newcomer will make its debut as part of the 24 Hours of Le Mans weekend next month, but is unlikely to return to South Africa. Peugeot has confirmed the revival of the GTi badge, but without any combustion engine input. Image: Peugeot In a development stretching back more than five years, Peugeot has released the first teaser image and video of its first GTi model since the last generation 208 GTi. It is back… Posted on Peugeot France's website and X pages, the blurred depiction provides very little detail, apart from the outline silhouette being similar to that of the current 208. The 14 second video meanwhile gives a slither more hints as pausing it around the four seconds mark, shows what appears to be a fins at the base of the front bumper, suggesting a new type of splitter, a black grille and lower intake and fog lamps on the flanks of the bumper. Despite the clip not naming the GTi moniker by name, the translated caption gives another hint as it reads, 'try to capture the new legend before June 13, 2025'. Essentially the date of the reveal, which happens to be the day before the 93rd running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans where Peugeot will again field a pair of 9X8's in the top-rung Hypercar class, the return of the GTi confirms comments made back in March by Peugeot CEO, Alain Fevey, about the Lion's hot hatch revival. ALSO READ: Peugeot 208 GTi's imminent revival can bring fight to VW Polo GTI 'We've made the decision that Peugeot GTi will be reintroduced. We will start with the 208 and [are] definitely listening to your inputs or what our customers will say as well,' Fevey was quoted by Britain's Autocar as saying. 'We want to continue to nurture the reputation of the brand for driving sensations and the fact that our cars produce particular driving sensations, either as a driver or as someone that is being driven in the car'. … but without combustion fire Reiterating the March announcement, Fevey, in a follow-up with the publication, said the newcomer will only be offered with an electric powertrain, thereby becoming known as the e-208 GTi as it will be based on the standard e-208. A rumour that first emerged in 2020, which alleged the GTi name would only be used in the United Kingdom and the now defunct PSE or Peugeot Sport Engineered (PSE) name everywhere else, e-208 GTi is expected to share its electric hardware with the Abarth 600e and the Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce. Facelifted two years ago, the current e-208 will provide the base for the officially named Peugeot e-208 GTi. Image: Peugeot This means the same e-CMP platform and the 54-kWh battery pack that produces 177 kW in the 600e and 207 kW in the Junior. While likely that the former will be used for the production model, Autocar further states that the e-208 GTi could eventually also serve as a base for a performance version of the Opel Corsa Electric after the Blitz's registering of the GSe moniker earlier this month. More soon Despite it being reported in 2019 that the GTi moniker had been shelved in favour of PSE, its confirmed return is unlikely to include South Africa where past models included the 206 GTi and GTi 180, 207 GTi, 308 GTi and 208 GTi. While official details are still unknown, expect more hints to emerge over the coming weeks two weeks leading up to the 13 June unveiling. NOW READ: Hot Peugeot 208 looks set to keep GTI badge after all
Korea Herald
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Korea Herald
Hyundai Steel deepens ties with European partners at WRC Portugal
Hyundai Steel announced Tuesday that it had hosted a Customers Day event at the World Rally Championship in Portugal to highlight its advanced technologies and strengthen partnerships with key European clients. The event served as a platform for the Hyundai Motor affiliate to share its latest developments in automotive steel production, including progress on its US electric arc furnace project, the integration of electric arc and blast furnace technologies, and the performance of its low-carbon steel solutions. These presentations emphasized the company's commitment to sustainability and innovation in response to tightening global regulations. Following the technical briefing, participants visited the WRC service park where they viewed rally cars featuring Hyundai Steel's logo and materials. Clients were particularly interested in the application of the company's steel in major vehicle components. They later attended the rally itself, enjoying the race alongside motorsport fans from around the world. 'It was a valuable opportunity to learn firsthand about Hyundai Steel's advanced automotive steel and carbon-reduction technologies,' said one client representative. 'We look forward to further strengthening our collaboration.' Hyundai Steel noted that the event was not only a chance to demonstrate its technological capabilities, but also to deepen trust and engagement with its European partners. "This was a meaningful opportunity to communicate our global competitiveness and reinforce our partnership with key clients," a company spokesperson said. The steelmaker, which has supported Hyundai Motorsport since 2015, plans to broaden its global outreach further. With Genesis set to compete in the 24 Hours of Le Mans starting in 2026, Hyundai Steel expects to expand contact with potential customers on the global stage.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
'We are making history': Indianapolis and Le Mans, two auto racing giants, now sister cities
When people think of the racing capitals of the world, it's common for Indianapolis, Indiana, and Le Mans, France, to appear in the same discussion. For more than a century, the two cities have welcomed millions of fans to witness pinnacles of racing with the Indianapolis 500 and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Now these two racing giants are finally acknowledging their shared bond and history with an announcement that they will become sister cities. 'There is something fitting about celebrating our newest Sister City of Le Mans, France, at the same time our city prepares for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500,' said Mayor Joe Hogsett in a news release on May 24 about the commitment. 'While this new sister city partnership leans into our shared history in the world of racing, I look forward to seeing how the relationship between our two cities will grow in the coming years.' On May 23, 2025, Mayor Hogsett met with the Deputy Mayor of Le Mans, France, Sophie Moisy, for a signing ceremony at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. This will be the 11th sister city with which Indianapolis has officially formed cultural and economic ties. Indianapolis established its first Sister City relationship with Taipei, Taiwan, in 1978. "I am delighted with this partnership between Le Mans and Indianapolis. Our two cities share a common tradition of excellence in motorsport,' said Moisy in a news release. 'Every driver's dream is to win the 500 miles, the 24 hours of Le Mans and the Monaco Grand Prix. We are making history by uniting our cities and our people.' In years prior, Le Mans cultivated relationships with Indianapolis to promote economic development initiatives in its Pay de la Loire Region. The two cities are hoping this sister city partnership will help cultivate cultural and student exchanges. Contact IndyStar reporter Noe Padilla at npadilla@ follow him on X @1NoePadilla or on Bluesky @ This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Racing cities Indianapolis and Le Mans become sister cities
Indianapolis Star
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Indianapolis Star
'We are making history': Indianapolis and Le Mans, two auto racing giants, now sister cities
When people think of the racing capitals of the world, it's common for Indianapolis, Indiana, and Le Mans, France, to appear in the same discussion. For more than a century, the two cities have welcomed millions of fans to witness pinnacles of racing with the Indianapolis 500 and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Now these two racing giants are finally acknowledging their shared bond and history with an announcement that they will become sister cities. 'There is something fitting about celebrating our newest Sister City of Le Mans, France, at the same time our city prepares for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500,' said Mayor Joe Hogsett in a news release on May 24 about the commitment. 'While this new sister city partnership leans into our shared history in the world of racing, I look forward to seeing how the relationship between our two cities will grow in the coming years.' On May 23, 2025, Mayor Hogsett met with the Deputy Mayor of Le Mans, France, Sophie Moisy, for a signing ceremony at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. This will be the 11th sister city with which Indianapolis has officially formed cultural and economic ties. Indianapolis established its first Sister City relationship with Taipei, Taiwan, in 1978. "I am delighted with this partnership between Le Mans and Indianapolis. Our two cities share a common tradition of excellence in motorsport,' said Moisy in a news release. 'Every driver's dream is to win the 500 miles, the 24 hours of Le Mans and the Monaco Grand Prix. We are making history by uniting our cities and our people.' In years prior, Le Mans cultivated relationships with Indianapolis to promote economic development initiatives in its Pay de la Loire Region. The two cities are hoping this sister city partnership will help cultivate cultural and student exchanges.
Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Private Maldives island comes with one-of-a-kind Ferrari - but it'll cost you
The Ferrari Testa Rossa J has been brought to the Maldives island for guests who exclusively hire Waldorf Astoria Ithaafushi - but it will cost you a pretty penny A private island stay in the Maldives, costing a whopping £55,000-a-night, has just upped its luxury game by importing a Ferrari for guests to drive around the resort. The Ferrari Testa Rossa J is a 75% reproduction of the iconic Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa – a model that holds a significant place in the annals of Ferrari and motor racing history. This exclusive vehicle, the only car on the island, has been shipped over for the use of guests who hire Waldorf Astoria Ithaafushi exclusively. Only 299 of these £110,000 cars were ever produced. The full-sized version, which can fetch a staggering £28,000,000, famously became the first car to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans four times. The EV Ferrari Testa Rossa J will be available exclusively for private island guests to test drive during their stay - and is included in the price when guests hire the island. Ithaafushi, the largest private island in the Maldives, spanning over 344,000 square-feet, can ordinarily accommodate 24 guests. However, those hiring the island privately can use the EV Ferrari to travel between private yoga sessions, the five pools and numerous restaurants. This comes after Waldorf Astoria Ithaafushi, also known as Pearl Island in the Maldivian language Dhiveh, partnered with Hedley Studios - formerly The Little Car Company. The scaled-down electric icon Ferrari will be there for a year. It was developed from the original drawings of the original - which conquered the 1000km in Buenos Aires and the 12 Hours of Sebring with the driving duo Phil Hill and Peter Collins. In addition to the car, guests can also savour customised menus and have close encounters with wild turtles and whale sharks. The price for a night's stay on the island varies, but it is believed to be around £55,000. The world of mega-exclusive holidays is a fascinating one, even if most of us can only ever dream of affording one. Philippe Brown has been organising incredible trips for society's uber wealthy for decades, having spent 13 years as a location scout and then tour guide in some of the world's most exotic destinations. During the past ten years he has been "challenging the status quo of luxury travel" at Brown and Hudson. Incredibly wealthy people in search of something special contact the firm before Philippe and his colleagues attempt to work out their hopes, fears and secret dreams. These are then used as the basis for weird and wonderful holidays they create by throwing huge amounts of cash at the issue, and using their connections to pull some strings. We spoke to Philippe about the stranger trips he has arranged. You can read all about them here.
