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    Incredible video shows plan for world’s first ‘vertiport’ for FLYING CAR racing dubbed the ‘Formula One of the skies’

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    INCREDIBLE plans have been revealed for the world’s first “vertiport” set to host the “Formula One of the Skies” for flying car races. The cutting-edge designs for the impressive 360-degree flying deck have been revealed in video footage that promises a future filled with high-speed air racing. The incredible vertiports that will host F1 races for flying carsAn F1-inspired flying car revealed in the design videoFlying cars from the future pitting against each other in the skiesCredit: AirspeederAt the top of the arena is the viewing deck where the audience can be seen enjoying spectacular views of the raceCredit: AirspeederThe vertiport is being envisioned as an event venue where flying F1 races could be hosted. It is being designed as a revolutionary viewing deck that will be surrounded by air race tracks where fully crewed flying cars will pit against each other. The league promises to be “the world’s first electric flying car racing series”. Developed by a London-based tech firm Airspeeder, the vertiport will give an “unmatched experience” of the race. more on flying cars While it is still in its concept stage, the tech startup collaborated with HOK, a global architecture firm – to develop renders of what vertiports could look like in the future. Incredible footage shows F1-like flying cars racing in the skies around the vertiport. At the top of the arena is the viewing deck where the audience can be seen enjoying spectacular views of the race. And with a glass facade all around the deck, viewers get panoramic views of the event from each direction. Most read in MotorsportAccording to plans, the vertiport will feature “airside zones” with retractable landing pads for flying cars to land and take off – and will be used as pit stops in between competitions. The Skydeck will feature a module design – and can be fully disassembled or expanded according to needs. Hypersonic jet capable of flying from London to Texas in 2 hours prepares for first major test flight next yearAnd just like F1 races, the design will initially accommodate up to 10 teams with 20 Airspeeders that race against each other at the tracks. Stephen Sidlo, a senior executive at the tech startup, said: “We believe that flying car racing will initiate a new mobility revolution, advancing E-VTOL and EV technology to benefit the entire industry.”This collaboration with HOK represents not just a new sport but the future of high-speed, sustainable mobility.” Reacting to the incredible designs, one social media user said: “Cutting-edge design meets futuristic racing! Exciting times ahead for airborne motorsport.”While another joked: “Let’s fly baby!” Many tech companies are not putting their bets on long-term plans to develop flying cars. A Californian company has signed a deal with Dubai which could see tourists ferried across the UAE city by flying taxis from next year.The luxury means of travel will involve paying passengers booking their desired trip through an app and wait at “vertiports”, similar to today’s airports, for a propeller-powered taxi to pick them up.Each VTOL aircraft will be able to carry four passengers and one pilot.READ MORE SUN STORIESTravelling at speeds of up to 198 miles per hour, customers will enjoy a unique view of Dubai while making their way to their destinations.According to Joby Aviation, the US company behind the all-electric aircraft, a flight from Dubai Airport to the glitzy tree-shaped island of Palm Jumeirah will take just 10 minutes by air taxi.Flying ‘super car’ unveiled at CESA FLYING car has been unveiled in a world-first international debut at CES 2024 in Las Vegas.The car has been designed by XPeng Aeroht, which refers to itself as the largest flying car manufacturer in Asia.The Chinese company has called the car the “eVTOL flying supercar.”We exclusively spoke to the co-founder, vice president, and chief designer of Xpeng Aeroht, Wang Tan, about the need for flying cars in the future.He told The U.S. Sun: “Humans are 3D animals but the transportation is 2D.”Everybody wants to fly actually and to have another view, another angle, to see the gorgeous view.”He added that users will be able to beat traffic and fly out of congestion zones.Tan said he’s flown in another flying vehicle that he designed but hasn’t been in the eVTOL flying supercar as it’s still being worked on.CES attendees witnessed a live demonstration of propellers shooting from the car.SPEED MACHINES Incredible video shows plan for world’s first ‘vertiport’ for FLYING CAR racing dubbed the ‘Formula One of the skies’,Credit: Airspeeder More

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      Formula E announce never-before-seen feature ahead of new season with cars FASTER than current F1 cars

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      FORMULA E will conduct an all-female test for the first time ever “to improve diversity and equality across motorsport”.Female drivers, who currently do not race in Formula E, will test the new ‘Gen3 Evo’ electric car – which is 30 per cent FASTER than current F1 CARS.The ‘Gen3 Evo’ is an upgrade on last season’s Electric Gen3Britain’s most successful female driver Jamie Chadwick will likely be given an opportunity to drive in the testThe racing series will field 22 female drivers in an afternoon session at the Ricardo Tormo circuit in November near Valencia, Spain.The brand new ‘Gen3 Evo’ net zero race cars are capable of 0-60mph in just 1.82 seconds.The same typical range for modern day F1 cars is between 2.1 to 2.7 seconds.The ‘Gen3 Evo’, which can reach speeds of 200mph, is set to be used across the upcoming 11th season.READ MORE ON MOTORSPORTIt will also be the most efficient formula car, with an electric motor providing more than 90 per cent efficiency, compared to the 40 per cent typical of F1 vehicles.There are currently no female drivers in a Formula E race seat.Each of the current teams in the Formula E Championship will be required to field at least one female driver for the half-day test. Three women have competed in a Formula E race before, but that all came in the inaugural 2014 season.Most read in MotorsportWhat is the difference between Formula One and Formula E?The F1 car relies on an internal combustion engine.While Formula E cars are battery-powered and relies on electricity and regenerative braking.F1 races mostly on race tracks, while Formula E prefers street circuits. F1 cars can reach up to 360 km/h (or more) and Formula E cars up to about 280 km/h.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThis included experienced British sports car driver Katherine Legge, Swiss Simona de Silvestro and Italian Michela Cerruti.Meanwhile, the last woman to race in F1 was Italy’s Lella Lombardi in 1976.Mercedes made ‘clear mistake’ that ‘ruined’ Lewis Hamilton’s chances in Singapore GP and left him ‘so angry’Formula E will also hold the first-ever dedicated test session exclusively for women racing drivers in the ABB FIA World Championship.The full line-up of women drivers participating in the test will be announced in the coming weeks.But several squads already have links to female drivers.This includes three-time W Series champion and Indy NXT driver Jamie Chadwick, who races with Andretti and tested one of the American team’s IndyCars earlier this week.Chadwick presented with Sky Sports at the Singapore Grand Prix last weekAlice Powell will likely be offered the chance to take part in testing tooThe 26-year-old Brit was also given the opportunity by Formula E to drive the Gen3 Evo car last season in Portland between official sessions.The test aims to provide the women not only with a destination but also a pathway to develop their careers.Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds said: “We know there isn’t a simple solution for greater diversity in motorsport.”If we’re going to truly give women equality, opportunity and visibility in our series conditions for all need to be the same.”To aid their development and test themselves against those already on the starting grid.”We have to make a start somewhere.”READ MORE SUN STORIESFIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said the car represented another “significant leap forward in electric racing” technology.The Formula E season begins in Sao Paulo on December 7, where Pascal Wehrlein will begin his defence of the title he won with Porsche.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁 More

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      Who is Wheeler Dealers’ host Mike Brewer and what is his net worth?

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      THE car-lover is best known by petrol-heads as the Wheeler Dealers presenter.But who is Mike Brewer, and what’s his net worth? Here’s what we know.
      Mike Brewer presents Wheeler Dealers on the Discovery Channel, with co-host Marc PriestleyCredit: Alamy
      Who is Mike Brewer?
      Mark Brewer is a British television presenter and car enthusiast. 
      He was born in Lambeth, London, on August 28, 1964.
      Brewer is best known as the host of Wheeler Dealers, the Discovery Channel’s car programme, which he has presented since 2003. 
      The premise of the show is that Brewer and the other presenters have a mission to save old vehicles, fix up old cars on a budget, and sell them to a new owner.
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      Brewer’s co-presenter has changed over the years: Edd China was his first co-host, followed by Ant Anstead, and most recently, Marc “Elvis” Priestley. 
      But Brewer is not only a presenter — alongside his television work, he is still active in the motor industry, and opened Mike Brewer Motors in 2012, a dealership in Sheffield. 
      He also launched the annual Used Car Award for used car dealers in the UK, a black-tie event in London. 
      What is Mike Brewer’s net worth?
      Brewer has an estimated net worth between $1.5 million and $4 million (£1.2 million to £3.2 million), owing to his long presenting career, and other business ventures. 
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      Some sources also indicate that his annual salary is $250,000. 
      Despite his motor industry fame, Brewer is famously down-to-earth.
      Is Mike Brewer married?
      Brewer is married to Michelle Brewer, whom he married in 1992.
      Michelle was born on June 9, 1962. 
      The pair are thought to live in Warwickshire and have one daughter together. 
      In a 2023 interview, Brewer opened up about the impact his career has had on his marriage, saying: “I’ve literally dedicated my life – 26 years actually – dedicated to this craft.
      “And I feel like it’s given me an amazing life but it’s also come at the cost of my marriage.”
      “But there comes a time when I look and I think, maybe I should spend more time with my wife? She drives me mad but I love being with her,” he added.
      Brewer often posts photos of Michelle with his Twitter followers, with captions such as: 
      “Happy Birthday to my beautiful wife  .. life with Michelle is wonderful, I’m so lucky. I love you tons”.
      Michelle, meanwhile, posts on Twitter under the username @MrsMBrewer. 
      In her Twitter bio, she describes herself as “The driving force behind #WheelerDealer”, so it appears the pair work as a team, and Michelle has a lot of involvement in the car industry. 
      What other shows has Mike Brewer presented?
      Brewer started his television career in 1997, on Channel 4’s Deals on Wheels, and ITV’s Pulling Power. 
      In 1999, he presented Driven on Channel 4 for one year. 
      Then in 2003, Wheeler Dealers started, on the Discovery Channel, which Brewer has presented ever since. 
      In 2009, Brewer presented another show on the Discovery Channel — Auto Trader.
      Since 2020, Brewer has also hosted the Wheeler Dealers spin-off show on the Discovery Channel, Wheeler Dealers: Dream Car. 
      For the Discovery Channel, Brewer has also presented Deals on Wheels, Wrecks to Riches, and Frontline Battle Machines.
      In 2020, Brewer took a turn co-hosting a show called The World’s Greatest Cars, on Quest. 
      Alongside television presenting, Brewer launched the Wheeler Dealer Podcast in February 2023, which has so far run for two series. 
      What cars has Mike Brewer owned?
      It comes as no surprise that Brewer has a significant collection of classic cars. 
      Brewer’s first car was a beige Mini 850cc, but he has driven a wide range of cars in the interim period. 
      In 2021, Brewer announced that despite ridiculing electric cars, he’d taken the plunge and bought himself a Porsche Taycan. 
      That same year, Brewer decided to auction off a selection of his own cars, many of which he’s restored and maintained himself, at the Silverstone Auctions at NEC Classic Motor Show.
      In the lot were a 1972 Citroen SM 2.7 four-seat coupé, a 1967 Mini Cooper 1275 S, a 1961 Austin Seven Mini 1961, a 1966 Ford Cortina Lotus Mk1, and a 2002 Ferrari 360 Spider F1.
      Despite his love for his collection of cars, Brewer’s schedule didn’t allow him the time to drive and car for all of them. 
      Brewer has previously said he believes classic cars “are there to be driven. I know that first hand because I’ve got a collection.”
      He said: “Buy something you love, buy something you’re interested in because when you love the car you’re much more likely to be willing to spend time on it, to look after it, to drive it.”
      Brewer also revealed that his Ford Fiesta Mk1 was stolen in June 2023, a car that had been restored by Brewer and Priestly to mark the 20th anniversary of Wheeler Dealers.
      Despite offering a £5000 reward for the card, as of November 2023, it has not been recovered. More

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      Jude Bellingham gets stunning £155,000 electric BMW as Real Madrid stars are all gifted new cars

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM has received a stunning £155,000 electric BMW as part of Real Madrid’s partnership with the car manufacturer.The England star has had an amazing start to life in the Spanish capital, scoring ten goals in ten games for his new team.
      Jude Bellingham signs his new carCredit: Instagram @realmadrid
      Real Madrid stars have been gifted new BMWsCredit: Instagram @realmadrid
      Bellingham is also able to enjoy perks off the pitch, with all Real Madrid stars being handed a BMW.
      The 20-year-old smiled as he posed next to his new BMW XM.
      He also signed the back of it when he picked it up.
      Bellingham’s new motor is a plug-in hybrid SUV with 748 horsepower.
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      Real Madrid players picked up their electric BMWs as part of a new initiative to make their journeys to training more environmentally friendly.
      A club statement read: “The football first team received the official BMW cars at an event which took place at Real Madrid City.
      “This season, the team will use vehicles classified as ‘0 emissions’ in order to be able to make their daily journeys in 100% electric mode.
      “The players have opted for models such as the BMW i4 M50, the new BMW i4 eDrive35, the first BMW XM, the BMW iX M60 and the BMW IX xDrive50.
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      “These are high-performance, sustainable models featuring state-of-the-art technology, all geared towards dynamism, precision and aesthetics, without neglecting electrification.”
      Bellingham joined up with England for international duty on Monday.
      He could be in action for Gareth Southgate’s side as they take on Australia in a friendly at Wembley on Friday night.
      The England boss was asked this week if Bellingham is already the best player in the world.
      Southgate, 53, replied: “It’s not a stupid question.
      “I haven’t seen everybody and studied everybody playing. All I can say it is he’s at the one of the biggest clubs in the world — arguably the biggest — and he’s playing exceptionally well.
      “He’s currently the match winner for them so he’s in a brilliant place.”
      Bellingham, 20, is on England dutyCredit: Getty More

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      F1 legend Lewis Hamilton has a £80k EQS electric Mercedes which goes 0-60mph in 4.5 secs and has holographic lights

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      LEWIS HAMILTON showed off his stunning electric motor – the Mercedes EQS.Seven-time Formula 1 champ Hamilton talked up his decision to go green in a bid to protect the environment.
      Mercedes star Lewis Hamilton poses next to his Mercedes EQS
      The F1 champ says he is ‘working closely’ with Mercedes to move towards a more electric fleet
      The EQS, which was announced in 2018, is part of the two-car garage the Merc racer is sticking to off the track.
      Pairing the £80,000 saloon with a Smart car, Hamilton, 38, said he has offset the carbon footprint of his ENTIRE F1 career.
      Yet the EQS still packs a punch, going from 0-60mph in 4.5 seconds with 470bhp generated by a 350 kW electric motor.
      Mercedes reckon a fully-charged EQS can even manage a range of 435 miles.
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      Naturally, it is also packed full of toys including holographic headlights, a rear ‘lightbelt’ of over 200 LEDs, and ambient dashboard lighting.
      Posting a picture of himself beside the car, Hamilton wrote on Instagram back in September 2020: “Recently I’ve been making many changes in my life to reduce my impact on the environment.
      “The first step in this journey was to understand my personal impact on the planet so I could make changes to improve it.
      “Since then, I have offset my carbon footprint from my Formula 1 career dating back to 2007, I have reduced travel where possible, I have gone plant-based and outside of the track, I try to use electric cars wherever possible.
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      “I also want to use my position as a racing driver to enforce positive and permanent change, which is why I’m working closely with Mercedes to slowly move their fleet of cars towards electric.
      “This is my new dream car, the new EQS fully electric Mercedes.
      “It’s difficult to always be perfect when we go about our daily lives, but I’m continuing to learn how to be better and I’m committed to staying educated and informed so I can play my part.
      “Small steps lead to big change, so it’s important we all take a moment to understand our footprint and the small changes we can make in our everyday lives to put our planet first.
      “The last step for me will be when I step away from this sport and can focus fully on helping heal the world to provide a better future for our kids and our kids’ kids.” More

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      Man City boss Pep Guardiola drives £30k Nissan electric car to Manchester airport to pick up wife and children

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      MANCHESTER CITY boss Pep Guardiola picked up his wife and children from Manchester airport in a £30,000 Nissan electric car.Environmentally friendly Pep picked his family up on the eve of Man City’s Premier League fixture against Southampton.
      Guardiola was behind the wheel of a £30k Nissan electric carCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      And he did so behind the wheel of an electric Nissan 4×4, which he says reduces his impact on the environment.
      Despite describing driving the latest electric tech as “exhilarating”, Guardiola wasn’t in a smiley mood.
      Innovation with cars is key to Guardiola much like it is with his football tactics.
      And this season, he has a new challenger for City’s Prem crown and may need new ideas to stay on top.
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      His former City apprentice, Mikel Arteta, has fired Arsenal up the table and into first.
      The Gunners have taken 21 points from an available 24, whereas City have only picked up 20.
      Usual title rivals Liverpool and Chelsea haven’t had the best of starts.
      Jurgen Klopp’s men could find themselves out of the title race by the end of the month.
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      Liverpool have to play both table-toppers Arsenal and City.
      Whether daughter Maria, 21, was onboard is yet to be seen.
      But the stunning model is often jetting around the globe and shares her adventures with her many Instagram followers.
      And she appears to have a new romance – which isn’t Dele Alli.
      Maria is the stunning daughter of Man City manager GuardiolaCredit: Instagram @maria.guardiola
      Stunning Maria has amassed over 380,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @maria.guardiola
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      F1 ace Lewis Hamilton shows off £80k EQS electric Mercedes which goes 0-60mph in 4.5 secs and has holographic lights

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has shown off his stunning electric motor – the Mercedes EQS.Formula 1 champ Hamilton talked up his decision to go green in a bid to protect the environment.
      Mercedes star Lewis Hamilton poses next to his Mercedes EQS
      The F1 champ says he is ‘working closely’ with Mercedes to move towards a more electric fleet
      The EQS, which was announced last year, is part of the two-car garage the Merc racer is sticking to off the track.
      Pairing the £80,000 saloon with a Smart car, Hamilton, 36, said he has offset the carbon footprint of his ENTIRE F1 career.
      Yet the EQS still packs a punch, going from 0-60mph in 4.5 seconds with 470bhp generated by a 350 kW electric motor.
      Mercedes reckon a fully-charged EQS can even manage a range of 435 miles.
      Naturally, it is also packed full of toys including holographic headlights, a rear ‘lightbelt’ of over 200 LEDs, and ambient dashboard lighting.
      Posting a picture of himself beside the car, Hamilton wrote on Instagram: “Recently I’ve been making many changes in my life to reduce my impact on the environment.
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      “The first step in this journey was to understand my personal impact on the planet so I could make changes to improve it.
      “Since then, I have offset my carbon footprint from my Formula 1 career dating back to 2007, I have reduced travel where possible, I have gone plant-based and outside of the track, I try to use electric cars wherever possible.
      “I also want to use my position as a racing driver to enforce positive and permanent change, which is why I’m working closely with Mercedes to slowly move their fleet of cars towards electric.
      “This is my new dream car, the new EQS fully electric Mercedes.
      “It’s difficult to always be perfect when we go about our daily lives, but I’m continuing to learn how to be better and I’m committed to staying educated and informed so I can play my part.
      “Small steps lead to big change, so it’s important we all take a moment to understand our footprint and the small changes we can make in our everyday lives to put our planet first.
      “The last step for me will be when I step away from this sport and can focus fully on helping heal the world to provide a better future for our kids and our kids’ kids.”
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      Lewis Hamilton shows off new £80k EQS fully electric Mercedes which goes 0-60mph in 4.5 secs and has holographic lights

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has shown off his latest electric motor – the Mercedes EQS.
      As the Formula 1 championship heads to the petrolhead heaven of Monza, Hamilton talked up his decision to go green in a bid to protect the environment.

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      Lewis Hamilton posed next to his Mercedes EQS, which is due for release next year

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      The F1 champ says he is ‘working closely’ with Mercedes to move towards a more electric fleet
      The EQS is not due for release until next year but is part of the two-car garage the Merc racer is sticking to off the track.
      Pairing the £80,000 saloon with a Smart car, Hamilton, 35, says he has offset the carbon footprint of his ENTIRE F1 career.
      Yet the EQS still packs a punch, going from 0-60mph in 4.5 seconds with 470bhp generated by a 350 kW electric motor.
      Mercedes reckon a fully-charged EQS can even manage a range of 435 miles.

      Naturally, it is also packed full of toys including holographic headlights, a rear ‘lightbelt’ of over 200 LEDs, and ambient dashboard lighting.
      Posting a picture of himself beside the car, Hamilton wrote on Instagram: “Recently I’ve been making many changes in my life to reduce my impact on the environment.
      “The first step in this journey was to understand my personal impact on the planet so I could make changes to improve it.
      “Since then, I have offset my carbon footprint from my Formula 1 career dating back to 2007, I have reduced travel where possible, I have gone plant-based and outside of the track, I try to use electric cars wherever possible.

      “I also want to use my position as a racing driver to enforce positive and permanent change, which is why I’m working closely with Mercedes to slowly move their fleet of cars towards electric.

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