Extreme E - Desert X Prix: THE FINAL LAP

First introduced in 2021, Extreme E showcased its zero-emission off-road racing to the world. After four successful years, the series bids farewell at the venue of its inaugural race: Saudi Arabia. This marks the end of the only zero-emission off-road racing series.

Extreme E - Desert X Prix: The Final Lap is the last-ever race weekend for Extreme E, taking place at the venue where it all began. This grand finale features eight teams, including Jameel Motorsport, Team Hansen, Carl Cox Racing, JBX, STARD, Acciona Sainz, Team Even, and KMS.

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The first race of The FINAL LAP saw Team KMS defeat Team EVEN and Team Hansen. Meanwhile, in what's known as the last-ever Extreme E race, Team Hansen, consisting of Andreas Bakkerud and Catie Munnings, will be forever etched in history as their victory against Jameel Motorsport and Team KMS marked the end of Extreme E.

That's the end of Extreme E. Although the world's only zero-emission off-road racing series was cut short after four years, this series never failed to demonstrate such capabilities. From RXR nabbing their first-ever Extreme E title to Team Hansen winning THE FINAL LAP, that's what Extreme E is all about: getting dirty without harming the environment.

As Extreme E ends, the birth of the world's first FCEV off-road racing series draws near with the first-ever Extreme H World Cup happening in Qiddiya, Saudi Arabia, this October 9 to 11, 2025.

THANK YOU, EXTREME E!

Let's Do The News! (October 6, 2025)

                              

                                        

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- House Infrastructure Committee Co-Chairperson and Bicol Saro Rep. Terry Ridon has urged the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) to conduct a broader, deeper, and impartial investigation into the botched and anomalous flood control projects. According to Ridon, the ICI should ensure that its investigation leads to the filing of cases against individuals named in the Senate and House hearings who are involved in corruption related to infrastructure projects.

- Typhoon Halong is detected outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility. The typhoon is spotted 2,005km east northeast of extreme northern Luzon, according to PAGASA.

- The majority bloc has denied the new threat of a coup in the leadership of Senate President Tito Sotto III. A few days before the one-month anniversary of Sotto replacing Senator Francis Escudero in office, the issue of a coup in the leadership is now floating around, and the one who is supposed to replace the Senate President is Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano.

- US President Donald Trump is sending National Guard forces from California to Portland to quash protesters.

- The European Union is pushing for laws that would make smartphone batteries removable.

- Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and his competitor, Katie Wilson, engaged in a debate ahead of next month's elections, discussing the city's security and plans during next year's FIFA World Cup, not to mention the threat of the Trump administration's deployment of National Guard forces.

- Dacia showcased its Hipster Concept.

Dacia Hipster Concept

- Porsche confirms the next-generation 718 will not be EV-only.

- Nikolass Bertans wins the 2025 FIA Intercontinental Drifting Cup in Latvia. He defeated Naiels Baumanis by unanimous decision.

- Karchez wins GP Explorer: The Last Race at Le Mans' Bugatti Circuit, defeating Kaatsup and Max Biaggi. The Cupra team wins with 124 points, four points ahead of Lego.

- TV anime Witch Watch renewed for a second season.

- Starto Entertainment suspends activities of Ae! group member Keita Richard Kusama following his arrest.

- Love Live! Hasunosora Girls High School Idol Club's Bloom Garden Party movie will be released in select cinemas this Spring 2026.

TTFN.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Bank of America ROVAL 400

Who will make it to the Final 8? Who will be eliminated? The fight for the Final 8 ends as the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series continues in Charlotte Motor Speedway for the Bank of America ROVAL 400. Let's find out who stands or falls.

As the green flag waved, the latest playoff elimination round was on. The first stage saw Kyle Busch heading to the garage after an early contact with the wall. As Shane Van Gisbergen won Stage 1 and Kyle Larson advanced to the Final 8, the second stage saw Carson Hocevar's hard braking get Austin Cindric collected. With Ryan Blaney winning Stage 2 and Christopher Bell advancing to the Final 8, the final stage saw Austin Dillon go off-track.

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Although no longer in the playoffs, Shane Van Gisbergen wins the Bank of America ROVAL 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series, and Joey Logano is the last in the Final 8. Ross Chastain, Bubba Wallace, Tyler Reddick, and Austin Cindrick are eliminated from the playoffs.

With the Final 8 set, only four will make it to the big finale. Who will be bound for Phoenix this November 2nd? The fight for the Championship 4 begins as the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs head to Las Vegas for the South Point 400 this October 12, 2025.

F1 2025: Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix

F1's 75th-anniversary celebrations continue in the streets of Singapore for the Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix. Amid overcast conditions in the dead of night, the drivers are packing heat in the only F1 street race on Asian soil.

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Mercedes' George Russell joins the list of winners of the Singapore Grand Prix, while Red Bull driver Max Verstappen fends off Lando Norris to finish in 2nd place. With Norris claiming the final podium and Oscar Piastri in 4th, it became more than enough for McLaren to claim its latest constructors' championship title.

With McLaren nabbed the constructor title, all eyes are on the Driver's Championship as the two McLaren fighters are butting heads for the title.

F1's 75th-anniversary celebrations will continue at the Circuit of the Americas for the MSC Cruises United States Grand Prix this October 19, 2025.

DTM 2025 FINALE

Hockenheimring will host the final race weekend of the 2025 DTM season, determining the title winner. Let's find out who it will be.

The first race saw Thomas Preining as the winner while Ricardo Feller fended off Morris Schuring to finish in 2nd place. The final race, meanwhile, saw Feller win the race while Thierry Vermeulen finished 2nd and Lucas Auer finished 3rd.

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Ayhancan Guven made headlines as the 2025 DTM champion, concluding the season. 

We will see you next year.

F1 Academy 2025 - Singapore

The Southeast Asian metropolis of Singapore will be the penultimate stop for the 2025 F1 Academy season. In this race, Megan Bruce will take over Avia Anagnostiadis's seat in the TAG Heuer car operated by Hitech TGR, due to Anagnostiadis sustaining an injury to her left foot. Additionally, the Gatorade sponsorship for the F1 Academy has returned, and Lisa Billard has been named the Wild Card driver for this event.

The title rivalry between Doriane Pin, Maya Weug, and Chloe Chambers is one for the books, and this Singapore leg is a no-brainer.

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In the Reverse Grid Race 1, Lia Block secured her first-ever F1 Academy win by defeating title contenders Maya Weug and Chloe Chambers. In the Final Race, Maya Weug stifled Doriane Pin's championship hopes by claiming victory, while Ella Lloyd finished in third place.

With one venue left this season, will either Weug or Pin be this season's champion? Find out as the 2025 F1 Academy season ends in Las Vegas this November 20-22, 2025. Don't miss it!

Cadillac Escalade IQL

The Cadillac Escalade IQ is the all-electric take on the American luxury brand's SUV king, favored by Hollywood's best personalities. Having learned that the Escalade IQ is not luxurious enough, Cadillac made it longer. The first-ever Escalade IQL is now as big as any American full-size SUV should.

2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL

The Escalade IQL is priced at a staggering $130,405, plus additional costs. It offers everything you know about the Escalade IQ, now in a longer wheelbase version. 

While it shares a name with Cadillac's flagship SUV, the Escalade IQL moves away from the traditional square design of its gasoline-powered counterpart, opting instead for a more modern unibody style. The Escalade has long been a favorite among celebrities from Los Angeles to New York, and the Escalade IQ aims to stand out with its unique features, particularly in the interior.

The driver's area boasts a striking 55-inch curved LED display that spans from pillar to pillar and includes Google built-in functionality, providing a futuristic driving experience. Control over many vehicle functions is at your fingertips, and there’s even a separate touchscreen on the armrest for climate control.

As a seven-seater SUV, the Escalade IQ shines in its executive second-row seating, which is the standout feature. With a rear-seat entertainment system, ample legroom, an upgraded sound system, and multiple tech charging options, passengers can stay comfortable and entertained, even during long stretches of West Coast traffic. Additionally, the vehicle offers up to 137.4 cubic feet of maximum cargo space behind the first row and eTrunk, ensuring plenty of room for all your essentials.

Running on the Ultium platform, the dual-motor setting produces 750HP of power output with the Velocity Max set, and that's more than you get from the Escalade-V. Sprinting from 0-60mph in less than five seconds, the Escalade IQ can last up to 460 miles of driving range, the longest range of any EV SUV. It even packs a wide array of safety features ranging from night vision, adaptive cruise control, automatic lane change, and standard Super Cruise hands-free driving aid, complimentary with a 3-year OnStar Super Cruise plan.

Cadillac is making waves with the Escalade IQL, appealing to Hollywood celebrities and socially conscious consumers with its stylish and comfortable zero-emission design. If you're in the market for an ultra-luxury full-size SUV featuring an electric powertrain, this is definitely worth considering.

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