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🚀 AN ELECTRIFYING NEW ERA Formula E is back, promising a thrilling 2025 season filled with cutting-edge technology. The Hankook E-Prix of Mexico City, set for January 11 at the iconic Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, will host Round 2 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. 🌟 GEN3 EVO MAKES ITS MEXICAN DEBUT For the first time, the revolutionary GEN3 Evo will hit Mexican soil after debuting in São Paulo. This groundbreaking race car boasts impressive features, including 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 1.82 seconds, all-wheel drive, and tires made with 35% recycled materials. Its design emphasizes sustainability, featuring ethically sourced batteries that minimize environmental impact. 📈 CHAMPIONS UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT The Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez has a special magic for champions. In the last two seasons, winners of the Mexico City E-Prix also claimed the world title. This year, reigning champion Pascal Wehrlein seeks redemption after his dramatic flip in São Paulo. Meanwhile, championship leader Mitch Evans aims to repeat his Brazil success. 🌿 SUSTAINABILITY LEADS THE WAY Formula E reinforces its commitment to the environment. This year, the event will be powered by 100% renewable energy, cutting CO2 emissions by 90%. Additionally, social initiatives like the Better Futures Fund will support local organizations such as El Caracol, which will receive €25,000 for its educational project. 👩‍🔧 INITIATIVES FOR EQUALITY The FIA Girls on Track program aims to inspire young Mexican women to pursue careers in engineering and motorsports. During race week, STEM workshops and activities will involve 270 young women, fostering greater inclusion in motorsport. 🕐 2025 E-PRIX SCHEDULE Friday, January 10: 5:00 PM – Free Practice 1 Saturday, January 11: 7:30 AM – Free Practice 2 9:40 AM – Qualifying 2:05 PM – Race Get your flags ready and join the electric revolution 🌟🏎️✨

THE YOUNGEST AND MOST DOMINANT THREE-TIME CHAMPION OF THE MODERN ERA At just 26 years old, Max Verstappen has cemented himself as one of the biggest names in Formula 1 history, joining the exclusive list of three-time champions alongside legends like Ayrton Senna and Niki Lauda. His third title, secured without even competing in the Qatar Grand Prix, showcases his overwhelming dominance in the 2024 season. 🏆🔥 With thirteen victories, including ten consecutive wins, ‘Mad Max’ made it clear there was no rival to challenge him this season. But does his dominance make him a boring driver or a genius on par with greats like Senna and Lauda? 🌍🤔 MAX, SENNA, OR LAUDA? A LEGENDARY COMPARISON The debate is open: is Max Verstappen as great as Ayrton Senna or Niki Lauda? The stats speak for themselves: Max Verstappen achieved his three titles consecutively with Red Bull, just as Senna did with McLaren. In terms of age, Max is the youngest three-time champion on this list, standing out for his precocity and early career dominance. THE NUMBERS SPEAK 🧐 Driver Country Championships Seasons Teams Max Verstappen Netherlands 3 2021, 2022, 2023 Red Bull Ayrton Senna Brazil 3 1988, 1990, 1991 McLaren Niki Lauda Austria 3 1975, 1977, 1984 Ferrari, McLaren A LEGACY IN THE MAKING Max’s dominance has sparked a new conversation within the F1 community. While Ayrton Senna is remembered for his charisma and mastery in the rain, and Niki Lauda for his ability to return from personal tragedy, the young Dutchman is building a legacy based on consistency and absolute dominance. “Max has shown since 2015 that he’s not just another driver on the grid. His mentality has always been to win and stay on top,” said Christian Horner, his boss at Red Bull. IS HIS DOMINANCE A PROBLEM? 💭 Although some argue that Verstappen’s dominance might take excitement out of the sport, there’s no denying that staying at the top for so long is an achievement reserved for the greatest. Senna thrilled fans with his ability to risk everything on every lap. Lauda inspired with his resilience after his 1976 accident. Max, meanwhile, has demonstrated clinical precision and a winning mentality that few can match. EIGHT YEARS OF SUCCESS AND CONTROVERSY From his debut with Toro Rosso in 2015 to his first victory at the Spanish Grand Prix in 2016, Max has followed a path filled with success and criticism. His promotion to Red Bull marked the start of a dominant era that has placed him among the greats. THE FUTURE OF MAX AND HIS PLACE AMONG THE BEST Can Max match Lewis Hamilton’s seven championships or Juan Manuel Fangio’s five? Age is on his side, but his biggest challenge will be maintaining motivation and continuing to improve in an increasingly competitive field. The question remains: Is Max Verstappen a driver on par with Senna and Lauda, or does he still need to prove more to be considered an absolute legend of F1? 🏁🤔 Share your thoughts in the comments below! 👇

EXTREME TESTING AND IMPECCABLE PREPARATION New year, new challenges! 🌟 With the launch of the Nissan Kicks 2025, the Japanese brand proves that innovation knows no limits. From frosty mornings to testing under the most extreme conditions, the development of this SUV is a story of creativity, precision, and an unwavering commitment to quality. A JOURNEY THAT BEGAN YEARS AGO 🚀🌍 The process started long before the first Kicks rolled off the assembly line in Aguascalientes, Mexico. Research and Development teams, alongside Customer Satisfaction experts, collaborated from Japan to North America to ensure every detail was flawless. In 2022, engineers transformed a European Nissan Juke into a rolling laboratory, outfitting it with early prototypes of the Kicks’ chassis, seats, and electronics. This ingenious step condensed years of testing into a single, accelerated phase. 🛠️🔧 CANADA: THE WINTER TESTING GROUNDS 🥶🌨️ In late 2023, Canada became the epicenter of testing with the “Project North” initiative. Here, the team braved extreme cold to evaluate the Kicks 2025’s intelligent all-wheel drive system. 💨🚘 Sub-zero temperatures provided the perfect setting to test the HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system. During these tests, team members faced the winter rigor with minimal clothing and no coffee, analyzing how the vehicle warmed 10 key parts of the human body. ❄️🔥 DETAILS THAT MAKE THE DIFFERENCE 📋🔍 Meticulous documentation was key at every stage. From small observations, like hot air escaping from a turned-off defroster, to adjustments in comfort systems, everything was reviewed and resolved at record speed. “Our job is to detect and correct issues before the customer notices them,” said Alex Bouckley, head of testing in Quebec. Every detail, from the wireless charger’s performance to the menu design on the screen, underwent thorough scrutiny. 📑✅ A ONE-OF-A-KIND EXPERIENCE 🌟🏆 With objective data collected every 10 seconds and direct comparisons with competitors’ vehicles, the Nissan Kicks 2025 promises to exceed consumer expectations. “We’re building a vehicle that redefines comfort and safety in extreme climates,” said Stephen Soley, Marketing Manager for Nissan America. THE FUTURE IS HERE 🚗💨 The result of these extreme tests is an SUV that not only offers reliability and comfort but also raises industry standards. For Nissan, every sunrise, no matter how frosty, is an opportunity to keep innovating. 🌅❄️ The Nissan Kicks 2025 stands as a testament to advanced engineering and reflects the passion of those working behind the scenes to ensure every journey is unforgettable. 🚙✨

Scalextric, now known as SCX, has made a grand return to Mexico, bringing the thrill of toy car tracks 🚦 to an entirely new level. This childhood classic has transformed into a global phenomenon that unites generations, becoming an increasingly popular hobby for adults. SCX REVOLUTIONIZES ADULT HOBBIES 🚗✨ Since its creation in 1963, SCX has been much more than a toy—it’s an experience packed with adrenaline and precision design. Its ability to capture the imagination of thousands has solidified the brand as an icon in the world of modeling. SCX doesn’t just produce cars; it offers the possibility to build and customize unique tracks 🌟, fostering creativity and creating a global community of enthusiasts. With its return to Mexico, the brand aims to connect with a booming market that combines childhood nostalgia with adult competition. CLUBS AND EVENTS: THE COMMUNITY GROWS 🌍🤝 The resurgence of this hobby is no coincidence. Currently, more than 8,000 members of the SCX Club worldwide participate in tournaments, workshops, and competitions. SCX Mexico is already preparing a local chapter where track enthusiasts can compete, learn, and share their passion. Among the highlighted initiatives, the club offers its members an exclusive car each month and organizes activities to celebrate SCX’s 60th anniversary, including the special edition of the SEAT Panda Raid 🏁🎉. TECHNOLOGY AND TRADITION: A WINNING MIX ⚡🔧 SCX’s return to Mexico includes a refreshed product line that promises to surprise fans: 🚀 Faster cars with greater detail. 🛠️ More intuitive, easy-to-assemble tracks. 📱 Innovative technological accessories that blend the classic experience with the digital world. A VISION FOR MEXICO 🇲🇽🔥 Juan Antonio Contreras, sales director for Mexico and Latin America, shared his excitement about this return: “Mexico has a rich tradition in motorsports and modeling. We’re thrilled to offer experiences that revive the passion for racing and attract new generations.” With local and national events on the horizon, SCX reaffirms its commitment to creating spaces where speed and nostalgia meet. MINIATURE ICONS: SCX FAVORITES 🏆✨ Among the most popular models available in Mexico are: McLaren F1 🧡 Ferrari F2004 F1 🔴 Audi grandsphere concept 🌌 Cupra León Competición 💪 Cupra e-Racer ⚡ A HOBBY THAT UNITES GENERATIONS 🌟👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 SCX’s 60th anniversary promises to be an unforgettable milestone for Mexican fans. With its triumphant return, toy car tracks prove they’re not just for kids but also for those seeking to reconnect with the thrill and creativity of miniature speed.