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The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
As Alfa Romeo celebrates its 115th anniversary it's also been announced as official sponsor of the Mondello Park bridge
Alfa Romeo Ireland is proud to announce its official sponsorship of one our motorsport's most iconic landmarks – the Mondello Park bridge. This partnership coincides with the year that Alfa Romeo celebrates its 115th anniversary. 4 DREAM PARTNERSHIP: Ciaran Cusack, Communications & Brand Manager at Alfa Romeo Ireland, John Saunders, Managing Director at Alfa Romeo Ireland and Roddy Greene, Managing Director of Mondello Park Credit: Alfa Romeo Ireland The Italian brand has a long association with Motorsport in Ireland, with the first ever Irish Grand Prix in 1929 at the Phoenix Park being won by Russian driver Boris Ivanowski, a former Imperial Officer of the Russian army, who dominated the event in an Alfa-Romeo 6C. In 1931 Henry Birkin won the Éireann Cup at that year's race in an Alfa-Romeo 8C. That race marked the final ever Grand Prix in Ireland, but Alfa Romeo continued to impress in other Motorsport arenas like the Leinster Trophy and, from 1968, races at Mondello Park. Mondello Park has seen its fair share of international legends take to the track over the years, including Ayrton Senna, Mika Häkkinen, and James Hunt. It has also played a key role in nurturing Irish talent, with the likes of John Watson, Eddie Irvine, and the late Eddie Jordan regularly competing at the track. As Ireland's only international motorsport venue, Mondello Park has long stood at the heart of Irish racing culture. 4 ITALIAN STALLIONS: Alfa Romeo Ireland is official sponsorship of the Mondello Park bridge Credit: Alfa Romeo Ireland 4 RED LETTER DAY: Ciaran Cusack with Niamh Brady, Marketing and Cummunication manager and Mondello Park Credit: Alfa Romeo Ireland Now, with Alfa Romeo's name adorning the landmark bridge that spans the track, two brands steeped in passion for performance and heritage are united. This exciting partnership also sees the Alfa Romeo Giulia and the all-new Alfa Romeo Junior EV SUV unveiled as the official safety cars for the circuit. Most read in Motors John Saunders, Head of Alfa Romeo Ireland, said: 'Alfa Romeo has a proud racing heritage, and we're thrilled to bring that spirit to Ireland's premier racing venue. The Mondello Park bridge is an iconic feature of Irish motorsport, and we're honoured to see the Alfa Romeo name featured so prominently. With the Giulia and the new Junior leading the safety fleet, we're also showcasing the power and dynamism that define Alfa Romeo today.' The Alfa Romeo Giulia – a powerful saloon with unmistakable Italian design – and the dynamic new Alfa Romeo Junior, the first all-electric model from the brand, will take centre stage as Mondello Park's official safety cars for all major track events. Roddy Greene, Managing Director of Mondello Park, added: 'We're delighted to welcome Alfa Romeo Ireland on board as the official sponsor of the Mondello Park bridge. The brand's legacy in motorsport and commitment to excellence aligns perfectly with our vision for the future of Irish racing. The addition of the Alfa Romeo Giulia and Junior to our safety car fleet elevates our track presence and adds a touch of Italian flair to every race day.' This collaboration marks a new chapter for both Alfa Romeo and Mondello Park. For more information on Alfa Romeo visit 4 NEW ARRIVAL: Sales Manager at Mondello Park Leo Nulty checks out the new Alfa Romeo Junior Credit: Alfa Romeo Ireland
TimesLIVE
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
Why downsizing does updated Jeep Wrangler good
The terrain-mashing credentials of the Wrangler were never disputed and that remains the case. My takeaway from behind the wheel of the Sahara was the significance of the improvements to the vehicle's on-road character. Unlike that experience in 2020, there seemed to be no rattles or squeaks to speak of in the 2025 Sahara. That might change over time, after removal and refitting of the door and roof panels, but the quietness of our tester was remarkable. According to Jeep, the reason for the added refinement is due to special acoustic front glass, thicker carpeting and additional sound deadening foam in the windshield header, front cowl and B-pillars. Job well done. Directional and handling stability has also seen a dramatic improvement. To be fair to that 2020 test unit, a short wheelbase inevitably makes for a choppier impression — so the supremacy of the 2025 long wheelbase was to be expected. That aside, the steering relayed greater confidence and there appeared to be less of the pronounced lateral motion that the ladder-frame Jeep had always suffered from. It continues to use solid axles fore and aft. The five-link suspension at the rear is purported to have been revised, in addition to shock tuned for a finer balance between off-road ability and on-road balance. The proof is in the pudding and the latest Wrangler tracks straighter on the freeway. No longer does the driver have to constantly saw at the wheel to maintain a steady course. Jeep being part of Stellantis means access to ingredients from many other brands. You might be surprised to learn that the new power source under the bonnet has kinship with the 2.0 l turbocharged-petrol, four-cylinder from the Alfa Romeo Giulia. My initial feelings were mixed: surely a boosted four-pot would feel out of sorts, compared with the normally aspirated V6 muscle of the former 3.6 l Pentastar. These were concerns that turned out to be unfounded, merging spiritedly onto the busy M1 freeway. The 2.0 l unit has ample shove (200kW/400Nm). That is 6kW less than the V6 but 53Nm more, which makes a difference. Consumption stayed about 11 l /100km. Transmission is handled by an eight-speed automatic as before. The Gladiator is still sold with the 3.6 l motor. The new Wrangler retains its formidable off-road credentials but now it gains proper on-road etiquette.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Alfa Romeo CEO Hints the Giulia Might Go Crossover for 2026
The future of the Alfa Romeo Giulia is starting to look a whole lot less exciting than its current sports sedan self. According to an exclusive report from French automotive magazine L'argus, the brand's enthusiast favorite model is slated to transition to the crossover segment come its next major update, reportedly set for 2026. Here's everything we know about the shakeup thus far. The news comes by way of an interview with Alfa Romeo / Maserati CEO Santo Ficili, who took the helm at the automaker back in October 2024. While detailing the brand's upcoming model push through 2030, Ficili made mention of a new Stelvio coming for 2025, and that the Giulia will follow in 2026. The executive reiterated that both models are slated to be based on the STLA Large multi-energy platform, which currently underpins the newly-electrified Dodge Charger lineup. The platform was designed for cars that are substantially larger than current Alfa offerings, suggesting both models will make a jump in physical presence over the next two years. Ficili himself suggests that the Giulia will look rather different, stating the Alfa will adopt 'a new design and a new type of bodywork. Its platform will be the same as that of the Stelvio. So you can imagine what kind of vehicle we will offer.' He doesn't come right out and say the next-gen Giulia will be a crossover, but the implication is fairly clear. Disappointing as it would be for enthusiasts, it might be a smart business decision. The sedan market is small potatoes compared to the ever-growing crossover-and-SUV segments, where Alfa currently does most of its business by way of the Tonale. The brand's compact SUV in the Junior has already garnered strong interest overseas, as well, with some 20,000 orders waiting to be filled. Slotting two more sport-utes into the lineup seems like a marketing challenge — but it's something that has proved quite successful for the likes of BMW and Mercedes-Benz. (Of course, Alfa Romeo is also reportedly planning to release a properly large SUV for 2027, further complicating the lineup) While the brand has previously suggested that these new models would be all-electric, Stellantis on the whole has softened its stance there recently; Ficili even went as far as to confirm that the brand is actively investigating hybrid powertrains for the Stelvio specifically. Any such powertrain would surely find its way to the Giulia as well, though what that looks like will have to be seen. We also know that the STLA Large platform can support ICE powertrains without any electrification, as we have inline-six-powered Chargers on the way. While we'd prefer to see Alfa give the sports sedan segment another go, an STLA Large-based offering would compete with different machines. That said, an S-Class-sized car with a hybrid-assisted version of the current Quadrifoglio powertrain could be rather interesting. That said, it sounds like you'd better set yourself for a tall hatchback, instead. You Might Also Like You Need a Torque Wrench in Your Toolbox Tested: Best Car Interior Cleaners The Man Who Signs Every Car
