Scott Russell Riggs Hiroshi Fushida Beppe Gabbiani Bertrand Gachot
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
2012 Dodge Charger SXT V6 Eight-Speed Tested: And Now the Fine-Tuning
It’s the recently redesigned Dodge Charger with the Pentastar V-6. We’ve already tested a 2011 Charger with the V-6, though. That one was even rear-wheel drive, too, just like this example. So why are we testing this one now? The first car weighed just three pounds less, and it was orange with a black and [...]
CUP: Stewart, Baldwin Confirm ‘Partnership’
An agreement between the Stewart and Baldwin teams will guarantee Danica Patrick a starting spot in the Daytona 500…
Source: http://nascar.speedtv.com/article/cup-tony-stewart-tommy-baldwin-confirm-nascar-partnership/
Miguel ¡ngel Guerra Roberto Guerrero MaurÌcio Gugelmin Dan Gurney
Nissan Introduces Special-Edition “Indigo” Cube that Isn’t Indigo Blue
Nissan’s pokey Cube—yeah, it still exists—is entering its fourth year on the U.S. market, but instead of a mid-cycle refresh, Nissan is taking a page out of the Scion handbook and offering a special edition instead. The new 2012 Cube 1.8 S “Indigo” Limited Edition is basically a mid-grade Cube S with plain-looking, 15-inch six [...]
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Caterham eyes another step forward
Caterham technical chief Mike Gascoyne says it's time for the team to take another step forward this year after finishing as best of the 'new' teams in 2011. On Wednesday, the team unveiled its 2012 challenger, the car with which it is hoping to fight in the midfield after finishing in tenth position in the championship last year
Ford Reveals 2013 Fusion NASCAR Sprint Cup Car, Looks More Like Production Model than Old One
One of the hits of the 2012 Detroit auto show was the 2013 Ford Fusion, and the NASCAR Sprint Cup version of the Ford is the hit so far at this week’s NASCAR media tour at Charlotte Motor Speedway. The automaker debuted the race car to the press this afternoon, and it’s impressive, looking far [...]
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Tommy Baldwin Racing expands Nationwide program
MOORESVILLE, N.C. -- Tommy Baldwin Racing has expanded its Nationwide Series program with the addition of Ryan Truex and Bobby Santos, who will split driving duties with Ryan Blaney.
Barcelona downplays doubts about GP
Spanish Grand Prix boss Salvador Servia has played down talk that the future of the race is in doubt - but admitted its ultimate fate is dependent on it attracting fans back to the event. Although the Circuit de Catalunya near Barcelona has a deal to host the Formula 1 race until 2016, there have been widespread media reports in recent weeks suggesting that the government was looking at renegotiating its deal to ensure more favourable financial conditions. However, Servia insists that the track is not only happy with its current contract – but it is keen to extend it much more longer-term.
Monday, January 30, 2012
Q and A with Nicolas Lapierre
Nicolas Lapierre starts 2012 as a factory race driver for the first time in his career.
Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/real-world-racing/3rdparty/q-and-a-with-nicolas-lapierre/
Gerino Gerini Peter Gethin Piercarlo Ghinzani Bruno Giacomelli
2014 Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra Spy Photos: New Small-Block, Less Weight
Introduced as 2007 models, the current Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra full-size pickup twins are due for a revamp. Our spy photographers (dressed like snow leopards, we hope) have nabbed several shots of both extended- and crew-cab versions during cold-weather testing. While it’s difficult to make out much in the way of design aside from [...]
Z Line Designs Toyota Parker Kligerman Trevor Bayne Out! Pet Care Toyota
Today’s Headlines
“Most Gerrymandered Lines” in Memory Shortchange Dems, NYC (NY World)
Pedestrian Struck Once, Killed By Second Driver While Waiting For Ambulance (ABC 7)
Hoboken, Jersey City Hope to Have Joint Bike-Share Running This Summer (Jersey Journal)
Transit Use on the Rise in Even the Most Distant Parts of Brooklyn (Bk Bureau)
Lhota Wants to Expand Williamsburg’s Booming L Stations [...]
Pedestrian Struck Once, Killed By Second Driver While Waiting For Ambulance (ABC 7)
Hoboken, Jersey City Hope to Have Joint Bike-Share Running This Summer (Jersey Journal)
Transit Use on the Rise in Even the Most Distant Parts of Brooklyn (Bk Bureau)
Lhota Wants to Expand Williamsburg’s Booming L Stations [...]
Source: http://www.streetsblog.org/2012/01/27/todays-headlines-1312/
Lightning Lap 2012: The Ultimate Performance Test, Version 6.0
Within a stone’s throw of the invisible line that separates North Carolina from Virginia is a very visible 4.1-mile winding line known as Virginia International Raceway’s (VIR) Grand West Course. Over the past six years, and in as many installments, we have brought production cars (115 of them, including this year’s crop) here in an [...]
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Marussia team revises testing plans
The Marussia F1 team has revised its pre-season plans and will not attend the first test at Jerez in order to concentrate on the development of the new car.
Reactive ride height banned for 2012
Formula 1 teams have been told that the reactive suspension system pioneered by Lotus has been banned for the 2012 season.
Sunday, January 29, 2012
Confirmed: Bugatti orders two more years worth of transmissions... but where are they going?
Filed under: Performance, Bugatti
The automotive industry tends to work by certain norms and patterns. For example, by the time one model is ready to be phased out, we usually have a pretty good idea of how its replacement is shaping up and when it will appear. But Bugatti, of course, is no typical automaker.
The House that Ettore Built has, for the past seven years, subsisted on the Veyron alone. Don't get us wrong, it's one heck of an automobile around which to build a brand, but it won't be around forever. In fact, Bugatti announced a while ago that Veyron production was running its course and nearing its end. The open topped Grand Sport, as it turns out, was outside that original allotment, but even that is nearing the end of its road.
So you can imagine our surprise when Ricardo, the company that makes the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission for the Veyron, announced today that it had extended its contract with Bugatti for another two years. Which would be straightforward enough if there were cars in which Bugatti would be installing said transmissions, but as we already established, the marque's sole product is nearing the end of its life-cycle, with no replacement in sight.
So where are these transmissions going? There can only be a few explanations. One is that Bugatti is planning to extend Veyron production with another derivative - likely the Super Grand Sport that is expected to combine the removable roof panel on the Grand Sport with the more powerful engine and bodywork of the Super Sport. Another is that the Galibier - a four-door super-sedan in the pipeline at Bugatti's Molsheim, France HQ - is closer than previously expected, but that model is expected to shift to a different type of transmission altogether.
One possibility we can't quite accept is that Bugatti is stockpiling components as substantial as a gearbox without having a model in which to install them, so watch this space for more news. In the meantime, scope out the press release after the jump to inspect for yourself.
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Nakajima: Toyota can fight for win
Kazuki Nakajima believes that Toyota can fight for victory in the Le Mans 24 Hours at the first attempt with its new TS030 HYBRID. The ex-Williams Formula 1 driver is part of the Japanese squad's line-up for its return to top level prototype racing
Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/real-world-racing/3rdparty/nakajima-toyota-can-fight-for-win/
Official: A.J. Foyt hospitalized
Filed under: Motorsports, Etc., Celebrities
Legendary driver A.J. Foyt has been hospitalized after suffering complications from knee surgery. The 77-year-old Foyt had the surgery two weeks ago and was slated to serve as the grand marshal for the 50th anniversary of the Rolex 24 at Daytona. Jackie Stewart stepped in to handle those duties in Foyt's place this weekend. According to a spokeswoman, the driver had been up and walking around after the surgery, but had developed an infection this week. He is expected to make a full recovery.
Foyt expressed his remorse for missing the Rolex, saying, "I feel so bad that I let everyone down."
Meanwhile, Daytona International Speedway President Joie Chitwood III said that the track and everyone involved with the race wishes Foyt a quick recovery.
Foyt is a towering figure in racing circles. He remains the only driver in history to win the Indianapolis 500, the Daytona 500, the 24 Hours of Daytona and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. We wish him a speedy recovery. Click past the break for a quick statement regarding his hospitalization.
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Shane Lewis to Make Dubai 24H Debut
Shane Lewis Dubai 24H DUBAI - December 29, 2011 American to Start 31st Career 24-Hour Race at Middle East's Premier Event Shane Lewis began his career running open wheel races that lasted 30-minutes. Today, he has become one of the...
Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2011/12/shane_lewis_to_make_dubai.php
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Dr. Joseph Mattioli, Pocono Raceway Patriarch, Passes
Dr Joe Matioli Long Pond, PA (January 26, 2012) ― Dr. Joseph Mattioli, Pocono Raceway Founder and Chairman of the Board, passed away today at the Lehigh Valley Hospital Center, surrounded by his loving family, following a lengthy illness. He was 86. “Doc” as he was known to friends and associates, was one of the...more»
Video: The Porsche 911 evolves
Filed under: Coupe, Marketing/Advertising, Videos, Porsche
If we could summarize the Porsche 911 with just one word, it would be "evolution." For decades, Porsche has methodically improved its rear-engined sports car. The design changes are subtle, and power has risen steadily.
To illustrate this, Porsche made a video that plays off the 911's rich history. If you lie awake at night thinking about how great it would be to own a 911, hit the jump for some more inspiration.
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Solberg gets suspended ban
Petter Solberg has been given a suspended ban from Rally Sweden after being caught speeding on a road section during the Monte Carlo Rally last night. The Ford driver, who finished third in the event, was caught doing 106km/h in a 50km/h limit at 21.10 local time on Saturday, following the final stage of leg four.
Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/world-rally-championship-news/wrc/solberg-gets-suspended-ban/
Dale Arnold Jarrett Jimmie Kenneth Johnson Kasey Kenneth Kahne Matthew Roy Kenseth
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Bayne, Wood Brothers plan less than 20 races
For 2012, just as it was a year ago, Bayne's Cup outlook consists of fewer than 20 scheduled starts with a team that continues to refuse to extend itself without the proper funding...................
Ford team boss praises Solberg
Ford team principal Malcolm Wilson has praised his driver Petter Solberg's efforts in delivering a Monte Carlo Rally podium on the Norwegian's debut in a Fiesta RS WRC. Solberg returned to Ford during the closed season, coming back for the first time since he left for Subaru almost 12 years ago. Wilson said Solberg's performance and world champion pedigree shone through, despite limited testing ahead of the opening World Rally Championship round of the season.
Clint Bowyer Zaxby s Chevrolet Brad Keselowski Ruby Tuesday Dodge
CUP: Stewart’s Secrets Confound Competitors
Tony Stewart won the 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup championship with a remarkable charge in the Chase for the Sprint Cup...
Source: http://nascar.speedtv.com/article/cup-tony-stewarts-secrets-confound-competitors-nascar-sprint/
Ryan Joseph Newman Kyle Eugene Petty Floyd Anthony Raines Scott Russell Riggs
Colin Monahan Named Marketing Coordinator at Infineon Raceway
Infineon Raceway SONOMA, Calif. (Jan. 4, 2012) Colin Monahan has been named Marketing Coordinator at Infineon Raceway, raceway officials announced....
Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2012/01/colin_monahan_named_marke.php
Diesel-Powered Mazda to Arrive in the U.S. in Early 2013
A Mazda with a diesel engine finally will arrive in the U.S. in early 2013, spokesman Jeremy Barnes tells us. “It’ll be here between 15 and 18 months behind the launch of the Skyactiv-G gasoline engine in the Mazda 3.” That car hit the market in October of last year, so the math says to [...]
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Paul Goldsmith JosÈ Froil·n Gonz·lez Oscar Gonz·lez Aldo Gordini
U.S. Supreme Court Declares Vehicle GPS Tracking by Police Illegal—But Here’s Why You Can Expect More Surveillance
In the age of cruise-missile assassinations of U.S. citizens without a trial, a Supreme Court victory for civil liberties and freedom is a welcome aberration. Yesterday, a unanimous court ruled in U.S. v. Jones that police don’t have the authority to put GPS tracking devices on vehicles unless they get a warrant first. Yes, you’ve [...]
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Friday, January 27, 2012
Max Papis to Compete at Road America for Richard Childress Racing
“Road-course Specialist to Serve as Driver Coach” No. 33 Rheem / Menards Chevrolet ImpalaWELCOME, N.C. (January 25, 2012) - Richard Childress Racing announced today road-course specialist Max Papis has been tapped to pilot its No. 33 Rheem/Menards Chevrolet when the NASCAR Nationwide Series visits Road America on June 23. In addition to competing at the...more»
Official: Chevrolet introduces new Ecologic window sticker, coming first to Sonic
At the Washington Auto Show today, Chevrolet introduced a sticker.
Okay, the new Ecologic environmental labels that will be coming to all new Chevy vehicles - starting with the 2013 Sonic - is a lot more than just an adhesive piece of paper. Last year, the EPA revamped its mileage stickers, and GM has realized that many people like more information about the environmental impact of the vehicle they may be buying. GM North America President Mark Reuss said at the show that, "Customers want companies to be honest and transparent about their environmental efforts and sustainability goals, and rightly so." This is why the information on the labels will be verified by the independent organization Two Tomorrows. The label campaign will be backed up with a website that includes "more information on the audit process and environmental features for each vehicle with an Ecologic label."
What's on the labels? Information about the car from its time "before," "on" and "after" the road. This means that environmentally friendly steps that GM uses in the manufacturing process (before), steps taken to improve fuel economy (on) and information on how much of the vehicle can be recycled at the end of its life (after). You can see a detailed example of the Sonic sticker by clicking on the picture above. Since Ecologic is going to be on all Chevy models, we'll admit we're interested to see how GM finds the eco side of the Camaro ZL1.
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Neate excited about partnering Plato
British Touring Car racer Andy Neate believes his deal to drive a works MG alongside Jason Plato will help him reach a new level.
MORE THAN 1000 FANS CELEBRATE MATT HAGAN'S 2011 FUNNY CAR CHAMPIONSHIP IN HIS HOMETOWN
MATT HAGAN 2011 FUNNY CAR CHAMPION CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. (Dec. 19, 2011) More than 1000 fans and friends celebrated Matt Hagan's 2011 NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series Funny Car championship at the special event hosted by Shelor Motor Mile in...
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Pirelli promises more excitement
Pirelli has promised Formula 1 fans that it will deliver even more exciting racing in 2012 thanks to a more aggressive approach with its tyre compounds. At a season launch media event in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, Pirelli revealed that it was closing up the gap between compounds for the season ahead to ensure that drivers and teams faced a challenging time at race weekends.
2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupe Spied: A Prettier Take on the M5 Sedan
BMW may be late to the “four-door coupe” party, but the company is devoting considerable effort to catching up with Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and Audi. The 6-series Gran Coupe is a slightly different take on the idea: While the Audi A7 and the Mercedes CLS stand on known platforms but have unique bodies and the Panamera [...]
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Neate excited about partnering Plato
British Touring Car racer Andy Neate believes his deal to drive a works MG alongside Jason Plato will help him reach a new level.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Harvick will become a father in 2012
Kevin Harvick announced Wednesday that his wife, DeLana, is 14
weeks pregnant.
weeks pregnant.
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Bennani stays with Proteam for 2012
Mehdi Bennani will stay with the Proteam BMW squad for 2012. The 28-year-old Moroccan joined Proteam last year, finishing seventh in the Yokohama Trophy. His best result came in Macau, when he finished sixth in the season finale
NASCAR Statement: Public Fines Disclosure
NASCAR LogoNASCAR will no longer issue fines that are undisclosed. We looked at this issue from every angle and gathered feedback from the industry. While there are always sensitivities related to sponsor relationships and other leagues may continue issuing disclosed and undisclosed fines, NASCAR has decided that all fines moving forward will be made public...more»
Yves Giraud Cabantous Ignazio Giunti Timo Glock Helm Glˆckler
Chevrolet gets weight increase
Chevrolet has had the weight of its Cruze model increased by 30kg for this year's World Touring Car Championship, following its domination of the 2011 series.
Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/other-news/touring-cars/wtcc/chevrolet-gets-weight-increase/
Ralph Dale Earnhardt Jr Carl Michael Edwards III William Clyde Elliott Jeffrey Michael Gordon
Nine Racing To Feature Three Cars At Chili Bowl Midget Nationals
Nine Racing Inc. Brownsburg, Indiana January 4, 2012 Nine Racing, Inc. is pleased to announce the signing of three excellent drivers for the 26th annual Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals Presented by General Tire midget event that will take place...
Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2012/01/nine_racing_to_feature_th.php
Trevor Bayne Out! Pet Care Toyota Jason Leffler David Carl Allison
Report: Next Land Rover Defender to be built in India?
Filed under: SUV, Plants/Manufacturing, Land Rover, India, Tata, Off-Road
When Tata's purchase of Jaguar and Land Rover began to appear inevitable, the question "Would you buy a Jaguar made in India?" was oft repeated. Yet it looks like Land Rover will be the first of the two brands to try to benefit from this kind of Anglo-Indian synergy: a report in Autocar states that the 2015 Land Rover Defender will be built at Tata's plant in Pune, India.
The Defender is a truly old school body-on-frame SUV that sells in small numbers compared to the rest of the Land Rover line. But it has benefitted from technology, some regulatory gymnastics and exemptions and, like the Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen, a warm place in people's hearts. If it's going to be around, though, LR would like to move more of them. Building the next generation model in Pune - with final assembly of some examples in England, a reverse of what's done now with products like the knockdown Freelander 2 (read: LR2) - could give the Defender's bottom line the boost it needs, as well as close proximity to Middle Eastern and Asian markets.
It is expected that the next Tata Aria SUV will be close enough in dimensions and manufacturing to share the same facility with the the 2015 Defender. They will remain two distinct vehicles - the Defender will likely go on the T5 ladder chassis that underpins the Discovery/LR4 and Range Rover Sport, and is predicted to have the general features of the DC100 concept. The current Defender is slated to remain on sale until 2017, and will likely be built in Solihull, England until then.
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Tommy Baldwin Racing Expands NASCAR Nationwide Series Program
“Ryan Truex to compete in season-opener at Daytona; Bobby Santos to run Daytona in July” Tommy Baldwin Racing Thumbnail LogoMOORESVILLE, N.C. (January 25, 2012) – Tommy Baldwin Racing (TBR) expands NASCAR Nationwide Series (NNS) program with the addition of Ryan Truex and Bobby Santos, who will split driving duties with Ryan Blaney. Truex will compete...more»
New Toro Rosso car will be at first test
Scuderia Toro Rosso has confirmed its new car will be ready for the opening pre-season test at Jerez next month, after passing all the mandatory crash tests this week. For 2012, all Formula 1 teams must complete the FIA crash tests before they are allowed to run their cars on track.
Paul Goldsmith JosÈ Froil·n Gonz·lez Oscar Gonz·lez Aldo Gordini
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Raikkonen ‘very positive’ after test
Kimi Raikkonen said he was feeling 'very positive' after concluding a two-day test at the Valencia circuit on Tuesday. The 2007 world champion returned to the cockpit of an F1 car for the first time in over two years yesterday, as he began his preparations to race in 2012 with the Lotus team.
Sterling Burton Marlin Mark Anthony Martin Jeremy Allan Mayfield James Christopher McMurray
The Continental’s Detroit Notebook: The Best Motor City Show in a While
Each week, our German correspondent slices and dices the latest rumblings, news, and quick-hit driving impressions from the other side of the pond. His byline may say Jens Meiners, but we simply call him . . . the Continental. After this year’s Detroit auto show and a trip to California for a press event, I [...]
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Biffle looks for turnaround after changes to No. 16
It wasn't just what didn't happen that was so annoying for driver Greg Biffle and his No. 16 Ford team last season.
Source: http://nascar.com/news/120124/gbiffle-rreiser-2012-turnaround/index.html?eref=/news/headlines/cup
Ogier’s co-driver ‘fit for Sweden’
Sebastien Ogier's co-driver Julien Ingrassia will be fit for Rally Sweden despite injuring his arm in a high-speed crash on the Monte Carlo Rally. The French duo were providing one of the shocks of the rally, as Ogier ran as high as fourth in his Volkswagen-run Super 2000 Skoda Fabia. But that impressive run came to an end with a big crash on Thursday, in which Ingrassia suffered the injuries as the car hit a tree on his side.
Caterham unveils 2012 challenger
The Caterham F1 team unveiled its 2012 challenger to the public on Wednesday, one day ahead of the what was originally planned by the squad. The team has revealed its car on the cover of the latest edition of F1 Racing magazine, subscribers of which received their copies today. But the team has now also released an image of the car through its official Twitter feed
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Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid Prototype Drive: A Highway Hybrid?
While in Japan for the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show, we visited Honda’s Twin Ring Motegi racing facility to see some of the company’s future products. Among them was a plug-in hybrid system, a prototype of which was installed in a current-generation Accord. While the car we drove is just a development mule, we can confidently [...]
Hiroshi Fushida Beppe Gabbiani Bertrand Gachot Patrick Gaillard
Nissan Juke-R Driven: Riding the Frog-Faced Godzilla Lightning
Question: When is a Nissan GT-R not a Nissan GT-R? Answer: When it’s a fat-fendered piece of lunacy with the face of a Nissan Juke. In other words, when it’s a Nissan Juke-R. Keep Reading: Nissan Juke-R – First Drive Review
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012
2012 NASCAR Sprint Media Tour Q&A with Toyota Motorsports’ Joe Gibbs Racing Crew Chiefs, Darian Grubb, Dave Rogers and Jason Ratcliff
Team members look on as Joe Gibbs, owner of Joe Gibbs Racing, speaks with the media during the 2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Media Tour hosted by Charlotte Motor Speedway on Jan. 23 in Concord, N.C. - Photo Credit: Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images for NASCARDARIAN GRUBB, crew chief, No. 11 FedEx Toyota Camry, Joe Gibbs...more»
Mark Anthony Martin Jeremy Allan Mayfield James Christopher McMurray Casey James Mears
GRAND-AM: Rolex 24 GT Preview
SPEED.com takes a look at the 45-car GT class starting field for this weekend’s 50th Rolex 24 at Daytona...
Source: http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/grand-am-rolex-24-gt-preview/
BMW Confirms X4, Announces Nearly $900 Million Investment in South Carolina Plant to Build It
Today BMW announced that it will make a significant investment in its Spartanburg, South Carolina, plant in 2012 to prepare it for production of the upcoming X4 crossover. We already predicted the new model was coming, but this confirms it. The X4 will be to the X3 as the X6 is to the X5—a less-practical [...]
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Hiroshi Fushida Beppe Gabbiani Bertrand Gachot Patrick Gaillard
Stewart rides waves of change, success
Change no problem for Stewart because his mentality stays true.
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Loeb leads after Latvala’s crash
Sebastien Loeb holds a comfortable lead at the end of day one of the Monte Carlo Rally after rival Jari-Matti Latvala crashed out of first place.
Yves Giraud Cabantous Ignazio Giunti Timo Glock Helm Glˆckler
David Ragan to Front Row Motorsports
Front Row Motorsports will add race winner David Ragan to drive the #34 Ford in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. Front Row veteran David Gilliland will return to the team behind the wheel of the team's second entry, the #38 Ford..................
Source: http://jayski.com/news/teams/story?id=5992049#14e
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2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupe Spied: A Prettier Take on the M5 Sedan
BMW may be late to the “four-door coupe” party, but the company is devoting considerable effort to catching up with Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and Audi. The 6-series Gran Coupe is a slightly different take on the idea: While the Audi A7 and the Mercedes CLS stand on known platforms but have unique bodies and the Panamera [...]
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Monday, January 23, 2012
Tesla CEO Announces Model X Crossover Debut Date of February 9
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has revealed that the Model X crossover will be unveiled February 9 at the company’s design studio in California. Musk announced the debut via Twitter, but didn’t say whether we should expect a Model X concept car or a production-ready example. A concept version of the Model X was expected to [...]
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Loeb leads after Latvala’s crash
Sebastien Loeb holds a comfortable lead at the end of day one of the Monte Carlo Rally after rival Jari-Matti Latvala crashed out of first place.
Sepang MotoGP test open to public
Sepang International Circuit has announced that the first MotoGP tests of 2012 will be open to the public. The MotoGP field will reconvene at the Malaysian track for the first test of the season on 31 January to 2 February, returning for the second test on 28 February to 1 March. The sessions will mark the first time the MotoGP riders have been out at Sepang since Marco Simoncelli lost his life in last October's Malaysian Grand Prix.
Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/other-news/motorcycles/motogp/sepang-motogp-test-open-to-public/
Retro: Legend of ‘Jaws’ began at 1977 Southern 500 (NASCAR.com)
Retro: Legend of Jaws began at 1977 Southern 500
Former NASCAR driver Bobby Hamilton Jr. files for bankruptcy
Bobby Hamilton Jr. (Photo Credit: NASCAR Illustrated / Scene Daily) Former NASCAR Sprint Cup driver Bobby Hamilton Jr. has filed for bankruptcy to reorganize his debts, according to U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Tennessee. Hamilton Jr. filed the Chapter 11 bankruptcy papers last week. Hamilton Jr. and his wife are listed as debtors, as is his...more»
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Ogier’s co-driver ‘fit for Sweden’
Sebastien Ogier's co-driver Julien Ingrassia will be fit for Rally Sweden despite injuring his arm in a high-speed crash on the Monte Carlo Rally. The French duo were providing one of the shocks of the rally, as Ogier ran as high as fourth in his Volkswagen-run Super 2000 Skoda Fabia. But that impressive run came to an end with a big crash on Thursday, in which Ingrassia suffered the injuries as the car hit a tree on his side.
RAB Racing to attempt Sprint Cup debut in Daytona 500
RAB Racing with Brack Maggard will attempt to make their Sprint Cup Series debut in the Daytona 500, with Kenny Wallace behind the wheel of their #09 American Ethanol Toyota...................
Servia moves to Dreyer and Reinbold
Oriol Servia will move to Dreyer & Reinbold for the 2012 IndyCar Series season. The 37-year-old Spaniard finished fourth in last year's standings with Newman/Haas - which subsequently closed its IndyCar operation - in his strongest year since taking the runner-up spot in the 2005 Champ Car World Series with the same squad.
Trulli shrugs off Petrov speculation
Jarno Trulli says he knows nothing of the speculation linking Vitaly Petrov with his seat at the Caterham team, and insists he has a contract with the squad. Rumours about Petrov joining the team have intensified over recent days, the Russian still seeking a race seat after Renault - now Lotus - signed Kimi Raikkonen and Romain Grosjean for 2012. There are suggestions that Petrov is in advanced talks with the team about a seat for the upcoming season
2012 NASCAR Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony: Dale Inman
NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee Dale Inman receives his jacket during the 2012 NASCAR Hall of Fame induction ceremony at the Charlotte Convention Center on January 20, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images for NASCAR)2012 NASCAR HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY: DALE INMAN MIKE JOY: En route to helping build a...more»
Jemsek drew attention to more than herself
Jordan Jemsek, the little girl who captured the hearts of the JTG
Daugherty Racing team during her recent battle with leukemia, is
now free of cancer.
Daugherty Racing team during her recent battle with leukemia, is
now free of cancer.
Source: http://www.pheedcontent.com/click.phdo?i=d05d421556e904d295f277da833d3742
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Mike Conway signs with AJ Foyt Racing for the 2012 Indy Car season
AJ Foyt Racing Mike Conway London, UK - Tuesday 20th December 2011 Long Beach Grand Prix winner Mike Conway has signed with AJ Foyt Racing to drive the No. 14 ABC Supply Honda in the 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series....
Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2011/12/mike_conway_signs_with_aj.php
Michael Duane Bliss Kurt Thomas Busch Kyle Thomas Busch Jeffrey Tyler Burton
Engine builders happy with fuel injection at test
There wasn't much talk about fuel injection during the three-day test last week at Daytona International Speedway. And for NASCAR officials, that's a good thing...................
Source: http://www.jayski.com/cupnews.htm#20120117a
Innes Ireland Eddie Irvine Chris Irwin Jean Pierre Jabouille
Sepang MotoGP test open to public
Sepang International Circuit has announced that the first MotoGP tests of 2012 will be open to the public. The MotoGP field will reconvene at the Malaysian track for the first test of the season on 31 January to 2 February, returning for the second test on 28 February to 1 March. The sessions will mark the first time the MotoGP riders have been out at Sepang since Marco Simoncelli lost his life in last October's Malaysian Grand Prix.
Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/other-news/motorcycles/motogp/sepang-motogp-test-open-to-public/
Eligible drivers announced for the Bud Shootout
NASCAR announced the list of eligible competitors for the 2012 Budweiser Shootout. The event launches Speedweeks at Daytona International Speedway on Saturday, Feb. 18. Criteria for the non-points race are based upon the following qualifications.............
Legge expected easier US return
US single-seater returnee Katherine Legge has admitted that she never expected to find it so hard to secure a full-time ride in IndyCar.
Street Stocks: Paquette Still on Top
Week 11 of the iRacing.com Street Stock Series saw sim racers travel to Charlotte, North Carolina to race on the 1/4 mile Legends Oval at Charlotte Motor Speedway. During the week, 629 drivers made one or more starts while 211 drivers turned at least one qualifying lap and Maxime Paquette (Eastern Canada) looked to increase his points lead in his drive to bring home the season championship. Weekly High Strength of Field Last week’s high Strength of Field (SoF) race registered at 2773 which paid 168 points for the victory. New NASCAR iRacing,com Series World Championship qualifier Paul Kusheba (Connecticut) found himself on the top step of last week’s high SoF race after starting sixth. Kusheba lead 43 laps in route to a four tenth victory over Benjamin Harste (Midwest). [...]
Kasey Kenneth Kahne Matthew Roy Kenseth Alan Dennis Kulwicki Travis Wade Kvapil
Friday, January 20, 2012
Motorsports Media Flock to Charlotte for 30th Annual NASCAR Sprint Media
Defending NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Tony Stewart answers questions for media members during the 2011 NASCAR Sprint Media Tour. (Photo Credit: Harold Hinson Photography)CONCORD, N.C. (Jan. 20, 2012) – More than 230 motorsports journalists from around the globe will descend upon the heart of NASCAR country on Monday for the 30th annual NASCAR Sprint Media...more»
Hyundai to Supply Six-Speed Automatic Transmission for Dodge Dart
We heard, and Hyundai Motor America CEO John Krafcik confirmed, that the Korean automaker will supply Chrysler with six-speed automatic transmissions for use in the new Dodge Dart. While it’s not uncommon for a manufacturer to source components from an outside supplier, it does seem a bit peculiar to see Chrysler and Hyundai pairing up [...]
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/caranddriver/blog/~3/D3ghm5e6FPQ/
Servia moves to Dreyer and Reinbold
Oriol Servia will move to Dreyer & Reinbold for the 2012 IndyCar Series season. The 37-year-old Spaniard finished fourth in last year's standings with Newman/Haas - which subsequently closed its IndyCar operation - in his strongest year since taking the runner-up spot in the 2005 Champ Car World Series with the same squad.
Kia recalls 145K Rondo, Optima models over airbag issues
Filed under: Minivan/Van, Sedan, Etc., Recalls, Safety, Kia
Kia has announced that it is recalling 145,000 vehicles to address faulty airbags. A total of 95,569 Optima sedans built between 2006 and 2008 and 50,186 Rondo MPVs built between 2007 and 2008 are included in the recall.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the vehicles may have been built with a clock spring in the steering column that may fatigue and break over time. As a result, the vehicles may illuminate the airbag warning light on the dash and the airbag may not deploy in the event of an accident. The automaker says that while it has received some warranty claims for the problem, no crashes or injuries have been reported as a result of the default.
Kia plans to notify affected Optima and Rondo owners in March. Those vehicles that currently have their airbag lights illuminated will be fixed first. Click past the jump for the full recall notification.
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Ragan ready for new ride in Cup
Front Row Motorsports is planning to bolster its lineup for the
2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup season, adding David Ragan to drive the No.
34 Ford Fusion.
2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup season, adding David Ragan to drive the No.
34 Ford Fusion.
Source: http://www.pheedcontent.com/click.phdo?i=80b9d2dd2674711b7a4f3d49bfb0b15c
Beppe Gabbiani Bertrand Gachot Patrick Gaillard Divina Galica
2013 Porsche Boxster: Lighter, More Powerful, Looks Kind of Like a Carrera GT
The Boxster, Porsche’s entry-level model, enjoys a strong reputation among sports-car enthusiasts (this publication’s editors certainly included). Some even prefer it to the larger 911. The evolution—and, hopefully, the improvement—of the mid-engine Porsche roadster continues with the third generation, scheduled to debut publicly at March’s Geneva auto show. Keep Reading: 2013 Porsche Boxster / Boxster [...]
Helm Glˆckler Paco Godia Carel Godin de Beaufort Christian Goethals
Baldwin’s Race, Warren’s NiPS Crown
25 Qualify for 2012 NASCAR iRacing.com Series World Championship With a championship and the top 25 points positions – and their guaranteed berths in the 2012 World Championship – in the balance, the NASCAR iRacing.com Pro Series headed to Kentucky Speedway for the last race of the season. Alex Warren came into the finale with a three point in the standings, needing a finish of twelfth of better to clinch the title while Marcus Lindsey, Patrick Baldwin, Kevin King, Richie Davidowitz and Nick Ottinger looked to overhaul him in the standings with strong finishes. Also, Josh Connors, PJ Stergios, Matt Sentell, Kenneth O’Keefe and Mitchell Hunt were among the sim racers hoping to lock-in a spot in the top 25 in points and secure their place in the 2012 NASCAR [...]
Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/nascar-news/baldwins-race-warrens-nips-crown/
Red Bull to launch RB8 on February 6
Red Bull Racing will unveil its new RB8 on its own official website on February 6, the day before the first pre-season test takes place. The team announced on Tuesday that at 1pm on February 6, images of the new car and comments from drivers and management will be available on www.redbullracing.com . The RB8 car will be the machine that the Milton Keynes-based outfit is hoping will deliver its third consecutive drivers' and constructors' world championship following Sebastian Vettel's back-to-back success in 2010 and 2011
Carel Godin de Beaufort Christian Goethals Paul Goldsmith JosÈ Froil·n Gonz·lez
Thursday, January 19, 2012
MATT ARTIN JOINS NHRA AS DIRECTOR OF ADVERTISING AND PROMOTIONS
NHRA GLENDORA, Calif. (Jan. 4, 2012) NHRA announced today that Matt Artin, an eight-year veteran in media planning, advertising and promotions, has joined the world's largest motorsports sanctioning body as director of advertising and promotions....
Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2012/01/matt_artin_joins_nhra_as.php
Peter Gethin Piercarlo Ghinzani Bruno Giacomelli Dick Gibson
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