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Sameer Contractor

Dec 18, 2018, 8:16 PM

Michael Schumacher Isn't Bedridden Anymore, Claims New Report

A horrific skiing accident left Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher bedridden in 2013, and his condition for the longest time was closely guarded by friends and family. However, for the fans and followers of the icon wishing him well, there's finally some good news on the ex-F1 driver's condition. According to a recent report by German publication, Bravo, Schumacher is said to be "not bedridden or surviving on tubes" any longer. Instead, the Benetton, Ferrari and Mercedes driver is said to be moved to a clinic in Dallas, Texas that specialises in treating brain injuries. The ace driver will turn 50 on January 3, 2019.

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  Sameer Contractor | Dec 15, 2018

  2019 Formula E: Mahindra Finishes On Podium In Ad Diriyah e-Prix, Andretti Autosport's Da Costa Wins Season 5 Opener

  Mahindra Racing has kickstarted the 2018-19 Formula E Season 5 with a bang, taking a podium in the season opener. Mahindra's Jerome d'Ambrosio finished third in the Ad Diriyah e-Prix competing in the Gen2 electric race car. BMW i Andretti Autosport's Antonio Felix da Costa won the season opener, while reigning champion Jean Eric-Vergne of Techeetah took second place on the podium. The Ad Diriyah e-Prix saw a host of changes to the electric motorsport series with a completely new venue, more powerful cars, and with new teams and drivers on board.

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  car&bike Team | Dec 13, 2018

  Hero MotoSports Reveals 2019 Dakar Team

  Hero MotoSports, the motorsport division of Hero MotoCorp, has announced its team for the 2019 Dakar Rally team which consists of CS Santosh, Joaquim Rodrigues and Oriol Mena.

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  car&bike Team | Dec 10, 2018

  Mahindra In Talks With The Government To Bring The Formula E To India

  there is a possibility that Formula E race may make its way to our country as Formula E organisers have shown their interest in bringing the Formula E race to India. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of a Mahindra Racing Formula E car unveil, Dr. Pavan Goenka, Managing Director & CEO, Mahindra said, "We are talking to officials on the central government level and local city levels to try and get Formula E in India."

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  car&bike Team | Dec 10, 2018

  Mahindra’s 2019 Formula E Race Car M5 Electro Makes Its Debut In India

  The M5Electro is based on generation two of the Formula E race car, and comes with a new EV powertrain technology. It will be able to touch 100kmph in just 2.8 seconds and go on to a top speed of 280kmph.

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  Sameer Contractor | Dec 6, 2018

  Jehan Daruvala Joins Prema Racing For Formula 3 In 2019

  Mumbai-based Jehan Daruvala will be competing in the newly launched FIA Formula 3 Championship in 2019. The young racer has been signed by Italy's Team Prema and will be joining Marcus Armstrong as part of the team's three car line-up. Prema is yet to announce its third driver in the series. Mick Schumacher, son of legendary Michael Schumacher is also a part of the Prema Racing family. The new FIA F3 championship replaces GP3 as a Formula 3 support series starting next year. With F3, Daruvala ends his association with Carlin Motorsport in the European F3 championship.

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  car&bike Team | Dec 5, 2018

  Xtreme1 Racing League Inks Agreement With FMSCI

  Noida's Buddh International Circuit and the MMRT in Chennai are the obvious candidates for the track venues and the street races will be held in Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, and Mumbai, like the layout of the Monaco and Singapore F1 races.

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  car&bike Team | Dec 4, 2018

  F1: Racing Point To Get A Name Change Again For 2019

  The Sahara Force India F1 team was finally put to rest when the team changed hands from Vijay Mallya to Lawrence Stroll, and was renamed Racing Point Force India. The new Stroll-led consortium of investors decided to drop Force India altogether and keep the name as just 'Racing Point' for 2019. Now, however, it seems that the Silverstone-based team is planning a completely new name that will be revealed ahead of the 2019 season, with Racing Point just being a placeholder.

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  car&bike Team | Dec 3, 2018

  John McGuinness To Race New Norton Superlight In 2019 Lightweight TT

  23-time Isle of Man winner John McGuinness will pilot the Superlight at next year's Isle of Man TT.

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