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NDTV
3 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 Sets Record At Nurburgring
Volkswagen has introduced a new model in its production lineup with the Golf GTI Edition 50, celebrating the 50th anniversary of its iconic hot hatch badge. The near-production version, driven by Volkswagen test and race driver Benny Leuchter, completed a lap of the full 20.8 km Nurburgring Nordschleife in an impressive 7 minutes and 46.13 seconds. On a slightly shorter 20.6 km layout, excluding the T13 grandstand run-off, the car recorded an even faster time of 7 minutes and 41.27 seconds. The Golf GTI Edition 50 is now the fastest road-legal Volkswagen around the Nurburgring, although it still falls short of the ID.R, a 680-horsepower track-only electric prototype that recorded a lap time of 6 minutes and 5.336 seconds in 2019, which remains the all-time record for the German carmaker at the circuit. Golf GTI Edition 50: Powertrain The Golf GTI Edition 50 is powered by a 2.0-litre EA888 turbo-petrol engine, tuned to deliver 324 hp, which is about 60 hp more than the standard GTI. The engine is mated to a seven-speed DSG dual-clutch gearbox and a mechanical limited-slip differential. The test vehicle was equipped with Volkswagen's optional Performance Package, featuring lightweight 19-inch forged wheels, Bridgestone Potenza Race semi-slick tyre, and revised suspension and chassis settings, an upgrade that Leuchter described as "the decisive factor" in the car's Nurburgring performance. Benny Leuchter testing the Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 Golf GTI Edition 50: Comments Benny Leuchter further stated, "If you really want to be fast on the track known as the 'Green Hell', the car also has to compensate for the typical bumps in the ground and reach very high cornering speeds. This is exactly what the Golf GTI EDITION 50 achieves in perfection. The aplomb with which it masters the peculiarities of the legendary Nordschleife is cool: the GTI is instantly stable over the entire 20.8 kilometers." Golf GTI Edition 50: Availability Volkswagen has announced that the Golf GTI Edition 50 will officially debut on June 20, 2025, just before the Nurburgring 24-hour race. While the full specifications have yet to be released, global deliveries are expected to begin in 2026. As a limited-run, anniversary model, it is unlikely to be available in markets like India.
Hindustan Times
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Volkswagen Polo Edition 50 revealed, celebrates 50 years of the hatchback
The Volkswagen Polo Edition 50 celebrates 50 years of the hatchback with special enhancements to the exterior and interior Notify me The Volkswagen Polo is one of the most popular hatchbacks for the automaker, and the model celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Celebrating five decades of the model, Volkswagen has launched the new Polo Edition 50 for its home market, Germany. Here's what makes the new special edition offering different. Volkswagen Polo Edition 50: What's Special? The new Polo Edition 50 gets the special Crystal Blue paint scheme with a metallic finish. There's the '50' 3D badge on the B-pillar with 16-inch 'Coventry' wheels as standard. Buyers also have the option to upgrade to larger 17-inch 'Toroso' wheels. Inside, the special edition gets dark-tinted rear windows, 'Edition 50' lettering on the front sill panel moulding and '50' lettering on the lower steering wheel trim. The cabin sports the '50' lettering on the steering wheel, while there's ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof, chrome pedals, heated front seats, and more Furthermore, the Volkswagen Polo Edition 50 gets an optional panoramic sunroof, two-zone climate control, and keyless entry as part of the Plus package. The automaker has added more features as standard on the special edition, including chrome-finished pedals, ambient lighting, a black headliner, heated front seats, a rearview camera, and drive modes. Volkswagen Polo Edition 50: Specifications Powering the Volkswagen Polo Edition 50 is the 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine that develops 94 bhp and 175 Nm of peak torque, paired with a 5-speed manual and a 7-speed DSG automatic. The same motor is also available in a higher state of tune, churning out 114 bhp and 200 Nm of peak torque, paired with only the DSG automatic. The new Volkswagen Polo Edition 50 is priced at 28,200 euros in Germany (approx. ₹ 28 lakh) and is based on the mid-level Style trim. The offering will be produced in limited numbers. The Volkswagen Polo Edition 50 will be available in Germany in limited numbers Volkswagen India's Product Lineup Meanwhile, the current-generation Polo continues to elude India, despite the model having a cult following among enthusiasts even five years after it was discontinued. One of the bigger reasons for its absence is its large proportions that exceed the four-metre mark, which remains crucial to fall in the small car tax bracket in India. Moreover, Volkswagen has opted to concentrate on its India-centric products like the Taigun and Virtus, while bringing bigger halo products like the Tiguan R-Line and the recently launched Golf GTI. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 13 Jun 2025, 14:32 PM IST
Hamilton Spectator
12-06-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Descartes Announces Results of Annual Meeting of Shareholders
WATERLOO, Ontario, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Descartes Systems Group Inc. (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), announced the voting results from its annual meeting of shareholders held on Thursday, June 12, 2025 (the 'Meeting'). Meeting Results The following matters, as set out in more detail in its Management Information Circular dated April 30, 2025, were considered and voted on by shareholders at the Meeting: General The total number of common shares of the Corporation represented in person or by proxy at the Meeting was 77,507,142 which represented 90.35% of the 85,782,830 common shares of the Corporation that were outstanding as of the record date for the Meeting, being April 25, 2025. Election of Directors On a vote by ballot, each of the following 10 nominees proposed by management of the Corporation was elected as a director of the Corporation: Appointment of Auditors On a vote by ballot, KPMG LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants and Licensed Public Accountants, were appointed as the auditors of the Corporation until the close of the next annual meeting of shareholders or until their successors are appointed. Say-On-Pay On a vote by ballot, the 'Say-On-Pay' resolution proposed by management of the Corporation was approved. About Descartes Descartes (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG) is the global leader in providing on-demand, software-as-a-service solutions focused on improving the productivity, security and sustainability of logistics-intensive businesses. Customers use our modular, software-as-a-service solutions to route, track and help improve the safety, performance and compliance of delivery resources; plan, allocate and execute shipments; rate, audit and pay transportation invoices; access global trade data; file customs and security documents for imports and exports; and complete numerous other logistics processes by participating in the world's largest, collaborative multimodal logistics community. Our headquarters are in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada and we have offices and partners around the world. Learn more at , and connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter . Descartes Investor Contact Laurie McCauley (519) 746-6114 x202358 investor@
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Descartes Announces Results of Annual Meeting of Shareholders
WATERLOO, Ontario, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Descartes Systems Group Inc. (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), announced the voting results from its annual meeting of shareholders held on Thursday, June 12, 2025 (the 'Meeting'). Meeting Results The following matters, as set out in more detail in its Management Information Circular dated April 30, 2025, were considered and voted on by shareholders at the Meeting: GeneralThe total number of common shares of the Corporation represented in person or by proxy at the Meeting was 77,507,142 which represented 90.35% of the 85,782,830 common shares of the Corporation that were outstanding as of the record date for the Meeting, being April 25, 2025. Election of DirectorsOn a vote by ballot, each of the following 10 nominees proposed by management of the Corporation was elected as a director of the Corporation: Director Nominee Number of Votes FOR Percentage of Votes FOR Number of Votes AGAINST Percentage of Votes AGAINST Deepak Chopra 75,876,565 98.81% 912,202 1.19% Eric Demirian 72,960,218 95.01% 3,828,551 4.99% Dennis Maple 73,891,505 96.23% 2,897,262 3.77% Jane Mowat 76,767,145 99.97% 21,625 0.03% Chris Muntwyler 75,883,997 98.82% 904,773 1.18% Jane O'Hagan 75,033,103 97.71% 1,755,666 2.29% Edward Ryan 76,223,399 99.26% 565,370 0.74% John Walker 73,935,135 96.28% 2,853,635 3.72% Laura Wilkin 76,767,158 96.28% 21,612 0.03% Appointment of Auditors On a vote by ballot, KPMG LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants and Licensed Public Accountants, were appointed as the auditors of the Corporation until the close of the next annual meeting of shareholders or until their successors are appointed. Number of Votes FOR Percentage of Votes FOR Number of Votes WITHHELD Percentage of Votes WITHHELD 77,241,699 99.66% 265,443 0.34% Say-On-Pay On a vote by ballot, the 'Say-On-Pay' resolution proposed by management of the Corporation was approved. Number of Votes FOR Percentage of Votes FOR Number of Votes AGAINST Percentage of Total Votes AGAINST 74,071,830 96.46% 2,716,938 3.54% About DescartesDescartes (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG) is the global leader in providing on-demand, software-as-a-service solutions focused on improving the productivity, security and sustainability of logistics-intensive businesses. Customers use our modular, software-as-a-service solutions to route, track and help improve the safety, performance and compliance of delivery resources; plan, allocate and execute shipments; rate, audit and pay transportation invoices; access global trade data; file customs and security documents for imports and exports; and complete numerous other logistics processes by participating in the world's largest, collaborative multimodal logistics community. Our headquarters are in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada and we have offices and partners around the world. Learn more at and connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter. Descartes Investor Contact Laurie McCauley (519) 746-6114 x202358investor@ in to access your portfolio
TimesLIVE
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
VW celebrates 50 years of Polo with new Polo Edition 50
Volkswagen is celebrating five decades of the Polo hatchback with the launch of the new Polo Edition 50. Based on the Polo Style derivative, this celebratory model is enhanced with an extensive range of special equipment including 16" 'Coventry' alloy wheels, dark-tinted rear windows and a unique 3D badge on the B-pillar with the lettering '50". Inside the cabin you will find 'Edition 50" lettering on the front sill panel mouldings and a '50" on the lower steering wheel trim as well as on the front passenger side dashboard. Volkswagen has also upped the standard features ante with the addition of chrome-look pedals, a black headliner, ambient lighting, heated front sport seats, multifunction leather steering wheel, reverse camera, a Discover Media infotainment system with streaming and internet capability, Driving profile selection and a Park and Comfort assist package. The standard chrome package adds shine to the electric mirrors, switches and vents. Available as a cost option, the Plus package adds extra niceties including a large tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof, two-zone automatic air conditioner with extended air filter and the keyless access, keyless locking and starting system with Safelock functionality. Image: Supplied Powering the Polo Edition 50 is a 1.0 l three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine making 70kW and 175Nm of torque. It can be meshed to a five-speed manual or seven-speed DSG transmission. There's also a more potent version of the same engine tuned to deliver 85kW/200Nm. The latter is paired exclusively to the seven-speed DSG gearbox. The new Volkswagen Polo Edition 50 will only be available in European and UK markets.
