From the start of January 2026 MSA GmbH (Motor Sport Accessories) in Germany will take over as the general distributor for the 1978 founded TGB (Taiwan Golden Bee) scooter and ATV brand, in Germany. MSA has been the long-term Kymco distributor for Germany and also sells for Voge. MSA is headed up by Gerald Federl as Managing Director; www.msa-germany.de
Ducati's new V21L all-electric race prototype motorcycle features a Solid-State lithium-metal battery - a first for a company in the Volkswagen Audi Group (VAG). Developed by QuantumScape and PowerCo, it marks a point at which the much-anticipated performance advantages of solid-state battery technology "jumps from the lab to the racetrack - for Ducati and Volkswagen, it's a racing milestone. Solid-state batteries have been talked about as the 'holy grail' for years. Instead of relying on liquid electrolytes and graphite anodes, this design uses a solid electrolyte and an anode-free lithium-metal setup. That means more energy in less space, faster charging, and better safety. In the V21L, that translates to around 844 watt-hours per litre, a 10-80% charge in just over 12 minutes, and the ability to deliver continuous race-level power without fading."
The FIM World Supercross Championship continues to have problems with venues. The 2025 series will return to Europe with Stockholm confirmed to host the Swedish GP on 6 December. This follows the withdrawal of Kuala Lumpur's Stadium Merdeka as the season opener - which means no round in Asia this year. The 2025 season will now begin in Buenos Aires on 8 November, before visiting Vancouver, the Gold Coast in Australia, Stockholm, and finally Cape Town for the season finale; worldsupercrosschampionship.com
German lubricant supplier Mannol sells its proven Ceramo Ester Additive for use in 'unit' style engine and clutch combinations and dry clutches - such as in Ducati models. 'White Graphite' or a similar dry, high-temperature lubricant is used in motorcycle clutches for its ability to reduce friction and prevent seizing in high-temperature and high-pressure environments where oil-based lubricants might fail or become gummy and ineffective. Graphite's layered structure allows layers to slide easily, making it an excellent dry lubricant for components like clutch cables or internal clutch mechanisms that require long-lasting, wear-resistant lubrication; www.mannol.de
