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Toyota Corolla refreshed edition

The Toyota Corolla is the best-selling car of all time with over 50 million units sold. It has been produced since 1966 in 12 generations, while the arrival of the new generation is announced for this year. However, before that happens, the Japanese manufacturer has presented a refreshed edition.

The refreshed edition brings 10 new body colors, of which Metal Oxide stands out. This color is offered exclusively with a black roof in the Hatchback and Touring Sport versions, while the sedan version is also available in Metal Oxide, and buyers can choose a roof in body color or in black. The side mirrors are in glossy black, and all models with Mid+ equipment come with 17-inch wheels with silver and black finishes and star-shaped center caps.

Inside, the steering wheel and gear lever are covered in synthetic leather. Hatchback and Touring Sports buyers with the Mid+ equipment package can choose upholstery made of recycled fabric.

Toyota did not say there were any changes under the bonnet, meaning the options are a 1.8-L hybrid engine with 140 hp and a 2.0-L hybrid engine with 196 hp. It should also be noted that all versions come with the new generation Toyota Safety Sense package as standard.

Sales of the refreshed Toyota Corolla will start this month, when the price will be announced.

Source: Toyota

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Four new Tesla Cybertrucks burned in the fire

Tesla Cybertruck has attracted a lot of attention since its launch, and the company has received nearly 2 million orders before it even started deliveries. Their vehicles have often been the subject of criticism especially when it comes to safety issues. However, a few days ago at the company’s storage in Seattle, four brand new Cybertrucks caught fire.

On March 9, around 11:00 p.m., firefighters received a call about a fire at a Tesla warehouse and shortly after arrival, the fire was brought under control. Fortunately, apart from the four Cybertrucks, there was no further damage.

Tesla has had problems with battery-related fires in the past, which is considered the reason in this case as well. Police have launched an investigation, but it is not yet known what caused the fire.

Some rumors suggest that someone started the fire, as dissatisfaction grows with Musk’s role at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which is pushing for a large number of federal layoffs and budget cuts.

In the last month, there have been several attacks on Tesla showrooms, charging stations and even private vehicles. A shooting occurred at a Tesla dealership in Tigard, Oregon, and one person was arrested in Salem for a similar attack.

Tesla has not yet commented on the incident.

Source: Reuters

Auctions

2009 Brawn GP 001 is up for auction

Brawn GP is not a famous Formula 1 team, but it is an interesting one. The team was founded in 2009 by management led by Ross Brawn from the Honda Racing F1 team, after the Japanese team withdrew at the end of the 2008 season. It competed in just one season, and the car driven by Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello, the 2009 Brawn GP 001, is up for auction.

In its short history, Brawn GP has achieved a truly remarkable result. At the end of the 2009 season, Jenson Button won the championship, while the team won the constructors’ title. This is the first of just three chassis from the Formula 1 ‘Cinderella Story’ team, and after the season it was gifted to Jenson Button.

After Honda decided to leave Formula 1, Ross Brawn did not want to shut down the team, so he reached an agreement with Mercedes, who supplied the team with engines, and decided to continue competing under a new name. In its only season, the team achieved 8 wins, 15 podiums, 5 pole positions, 4 fastest laps and 172 points.

Brawn GP 001 is powered by a Mercedes-Benz FO 108W naturally aspirated 2.4-L V8 engine delivering 750 hp @ 18,000 rpm, mated to a semi-automatic sequential transmission.

The auction will take place on May 3, 2025 at the Miami International Autodrome.

Source: Bonhams

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2009 Brawn GP 001 is up for auction