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Siberian ice-drifting challenge for Lexus models

Lexus RC Coupe

The frozen wastes of Siberia provided the setting for a sub-zero driving experience that tested the handling capabilities of two very different Lexus cars – the RX luxury hybrid SUV and the V8-powered LC coupe. Not usually considered a natural environment for Lexus vehicles, the location for the adventure drive …

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Jeep sets SUV ice speed record

Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk speed record

A Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk has set a new speed record for SUVs driven on ice at the annual Speed Days of the Baikal Ice Motor Sports Festival 2019 in Russia. Thanks to power generated by its 710hp 6.2-litre V8 engine, the Jeep reached 174mph – just 6mph short of …

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Freeze! Mazda tames the world’s deepest lake

Mazda CX-5 Epic Drive on Lake Baikal

Mazda has teamed up with BAFTA nominated director Ed Bazalgette to create short film about the deepest lake in the world. Located in eastern Siberia, Lake Baikal is the world’s oldest, deepest and biggest lake and is famed for its unique and complex ecosystem. More than 400 miles long, up …

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