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Rovanperä is the youngest driver ever to lead the FIA World Rally Championship

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team driver Kalle Rovanperä secured the coveted position after scooping a strong second place with co-driver Jonne Halttunen at Arctic Rally Finland. The dynamic duo also achieved the fastest time on the rally-ending Power Stage in their Toyota Yaris WRC.
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Everything you need to know about ignition coil charge-up

Especially when working with mechanical ignition systems, it’s crucial to understand ignition coil charge-up and dwell time. This guide will give you everything you need to know about how charge-up works for different ignition systems and engine speeds – and how common ignition problems can arise.
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Back to basics: How an ignition coil works

All ignition systems for modern petrol engines use ignition coils for the same basic function: to create the high voltage required to produce a spark at the spark plug. Aftermarket professionals will be familiar with their purpose and basic attributes – but they may not know about the in-depth scientific principles they rely on. Here, we explain how electromagnetism is at the heart of an ignition coil’s essential role…
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Five mistakes garages make that customers actually notice

It’s not an easy time to run an independent garage. Restrictions brought about by the global Coronavirus pandemic and a wholesale transition towards new vehicle technologies are bringing about multiple challenges for independent workshops. While the majority are continuing to use entrepreneurial spirit and taking advantage of opportunities to pivot their business, it’s important that we never forget the basic principles that the aftermarket sector is renowned for across Europe – outstanding customer service and a personal, professional approach towards vehicle servicing and repair. This article counts down five of the most basic mistakes that some garages make, which customers actually notice.
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Historic Ogier win kicks off World Rally Championship 2021

Sébastien Ogier and co-driver Julien Ingrassia became only the second ever team to win 50 FIA World Rally Championship stages, scoring a memorable victory at Rallye Monte-Carlo. After a challenging race in icy conditions, Ogier topped the podium ahead of Elfyn Evans and Scott Martin in a TOYOTA GAZOO one-two.
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