Motorsport

HFK used the 2017 China International Motorcycle Fair to launch a Motorcycle Digital Video Recorder with front and rear 60 fps, 1080P video recording, three-axis collision sensor, GPS data logging, plus real-time sharing of video and still images by social media.

Minibikes offer a great gateway to motorcycling for children, and Polini Motori stands out among the specialists in this field. Its new XP line targets riders aged 4 to 10 years old, producing two fully-equipped minicross models that leave very little to be desired compared to dad’s motocrosser.

Furthering its support of Formula E electric racing, Jaguar has announced the world’s first production battery electric vehicle race series. Called the Jaguar I-Pace eTrophy, the series will support FIA’s Formula E championship, utilizing the same race circuits on the same weekends.

Most motoring journalists like to think of themselves as racing drivers in disguise. Truth is, many are high on confidence and low on talent. Rather than trying to learn on the fly, Ford suggested we spend some time driving a Focus RS, learning how to extract the best from a car on the track.

Honda has introduced its entry for the 2018 World Motocross Championship MX2 class. Fitted in the frame and suspension package of the 2017 CRF450R, the CRF250R's new engine promises more power at higher rotation levels, and is equipped with electric starter and selectable engine modes as standard.

Spark Racing has delivered renders of its 2018 model FIA Formula E racer. The result is one fine looking car, with twice the battery capacity of the current Formula E class. But why aren't we seeing thousand-horsepower electric beasts out there challenging F1 for lap records?

Cadillac Racing will return to endurance racing after a 14-year absence next year. Its slickly designed DPi-V.R race car is primed for what Cadillac calls "America's fastest and most technologically advanced sports car competition."

The FIA Institute has awarded Formula E team Mahindra Racing "Progress Towards Excellence" status as part of its sustainability program. The accreditation recognizes the steps Mahindra is taking to minimize its environmental impact.

Along with a fancy bodykit, the M4 DTM Champion Edition celebrates Marco Whitmann securing the DTM Driver Championship with the water-injected engine and more focused chassis from the M4 GTS.

Mercedes-Benz has signed an agreement with Formula E that gives it an option to compete in the championship's 2018/19 season. If it chooses to do so, the carmaker will take one of two new spaces in the championship, which will see the number of teams rise from 10 to 12.

The new Seven 310 sticks to the standard Caterham recipe with four exposed wheels, a roll cage and absolutely minimal creature comforts, but the company says it manages to blend performance and approachability better than any of its predecessors.

Set in the grounds of Cholmondeley Castle, in the verdant and rolling landscape of Cheshire, UK, the Cholmondeley Power and Speed (CPAS) show lets visitors see spectacular cars in a spectacular setting. Gizmag went along on Saturday to take in a festival that was fast, furious and fun.