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The Highest Level of Technical Training For 15 years, Stefan V. Ramaekers developed and delivered Toyota and Lexus' most advanced technical training programmes across Europe. These exclusive High-Tech Diagnostic Training courses were reserved for the network's most experienced technicians and technical problem solvers, operating beyond the Master Technician certification level. From Theory to Real-World Diagnostics Each four-day programme was personally developed and delivere

Commissioned by BMW Nordics The BMW iX1 Cut-Body was commissioned by BMW Nordics as a technical training and exhibition vehicle, designed to reveal the engineering and innovation behind BMW's latest generation of electric vehicles. Built as a fully functional display vehicle, it allows technicians, customers and visitors to explore the complex technology hidden beneath the vehicle's exterior in a clear, engaging and educational way. The 50/50 Concept Following the successful

Preserving an Automotive Icon Some cars are more than machines—they become part of automotive history. The Ferrari 308 GTSi is undoubtedly one of those icons. Immortalised by its timeless Pininfarina design and made famous worldwide through the television series Magnum P.I., it remains one of Ferrari's most recognisable sports cars. When the opportunity arose to acquire this American-specification Ferrari 308 GTSi, Stefan Ramaekers and his project partner saw far more than a

Built for the Baltic Sea Circle Adventure Every expedition starts with a dream. In this case, it was the ambition to complete one of Europe's most demanding adventure rallies: the Baltic Sea Circle, a 7,500-kilometre journey around the Baltic Sea without GPS, relying solely on a roadbook, a compass and true teamwork. To prepare for this unique challenge, the owners entrusted Stefan Ramaekers with transforming their Toyota FJ Cruiser into a vehicle capable of handling extreme

Developing the Future of Lexus Training For many years, Stefan Ramaekers has been actively involved in the Lexus Pan European Training Events (PETE), one of the brand's major annual European training initiatives. The overall event runs for approximately six weeks, during which Lexus retailers from across Europe are invited in successive groups to take part in an intensive three-day programme. The objective is to introduce new models, communicate the future strategy of Lexus a

Explaining a World First In 2016, the launch of the Lexus LC 500h marked a defining moment in the evolution of hybrid technology. Introduced during the Geneva International Motor Show, the LC 500h became the world's first production vehicle to feature the revolutionary Lexus Multi Stage Hybrid System—a completely new approach to hybrid performance that combined the smooth efficiency of Lexus Hybrid Drive with the responsiveness of a multi-ratio transmission. To explain this g