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News 10-03-2010
2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition

Taking track-to-street technology to a new level

When the 2006 Corvette Z06 was introduced, it represented the closest connection to the Corvette race cars ever. The 2009 Corvette ZR1 closed the gap between racing and production e... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 09-03-2010
A HEARTY FEAST FOR CAR LOVERS AT RACE RETRO

This year’s Race Retro, held at Stoneleigh Park from 12th to 14th March, is serving up a hearty feast of cars for lovers of historic motor sport, giving enthusiasts to get up close to cars they usually only get a passing glimpse of on rally stages or race c... Read More >>

Circuits
News 09-03-2010
GREEN LIGHT FOR AUDI R8LMS EVOLUTION

* GT3 race sports car has undergone further technical development
* Delivery to customer teams has started
* Annual production for 2010 is already sold out

With the delivery of the first customer cars, Audi AG’S GT3 custome... Read More >>

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Knockhill Racing Circuit 08-03-2010
Attention All Bike Racers / Teams!

Knockhill is renowned as a great track for bike set-up and rider development, and are hosting pre-season bike testing on the following dates:

• Sunday 14th March
9.30am - 4.30pm
Full Day - £100 in advance / £120 ... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 08-03-2010
Focused Events Launch ‘Ultimate Demo’ Track Scheme Fully Supported By Ducati, Kawasaki, Suzuki And Yamaha

Europe’s premier bike track day organiser, Focused Events, have unveiled an ambitious track day demo-ride scheme where customers can ride the latest Supersport machines from the main manufacturers, at the circuit of their choice.

Riders ... Read More >>

Circuits
Circuito de Cartagena 08-03-2010
WORX CRESCENT BSB RIDERS END SPANISH TEST ON TOP

Worx Crescent Suzuki riders Tommy Hill and Yukio Kagayama concluded their three-day British Superbike Championship pre-season test at Cartegena in Spain today having made important progress - and taking the unofficial lap record in the process.

Read More >>

Circuits
News 03-03-2010
Corvette C6R to Race in 2010 Le Mans, 50 Years After Corvettes First Appearance in Legendary Endurance Race

Corvette Racing’s second-generation C6.R will be powered by a new 5.5L production-based V-8, to compete in the new unified GT class in the 2010 American Le Mans Series as well as the GT2 class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

The updated C6.R and&n... Read More >>

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News 03-03-2010
Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera

Even more dynamic, lighter, more powerful and stunning – the Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera is the new top model in the Gallardo line-up.

Its evocative “Superleggera” (superlight) badge refers to a d... Read More >>

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Abu Dhabi Yas Marina 03-03-2010
Ferrari World - New Audio and Video Tours!

Ferrari World, the biggest indoor theme park of any kind in the world, opens later this year.

Our readers are invited to listen to an audio tour of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, presented by Andy Keeling, Park Manager. Andy's tour will provide you a glimpse of wha... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 03-03-2010
Caterham Launches Advanced Drift Course

The renowned Caterham Drive Experience (CDX) has been expanded to include an Advanced Drift Course, allowing even more tail-sliding, tyre-smoking action.

Caterham’s official high-octane factory drive experience team already runs slalom, ... Read More >>

Circuits
News 03-03-2010
Audi Launches Race Experience

•Audi customers can book racing commitments with the R8 LMS
•Vehicles to be fielded by the Audi “factory” team Joest
•Offer is unique in the world
 
The Audi driving experience is expanding its po... Read More >>

Circuits
News 02-03-2010
Ferrari 599GTB Hybrid

Ferrari presents a vettura laboratorio (experimental vehicle) at the 80th edition of the Geneva Motor Show based on the 599 GTB Fiorano equipped with an advanced new hybrid transmission.

Hybrid technology is one of the solutions examined by Fe... Read More >>

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Brands Hatch 02-03-2010
Brands Hatch gears up for first race meeting of 2010

British Motorcycle Racing Club opens motorsport season this weekend

Brands Hatch is revving up for the start of the 2010 motorsport season with the arrival of the British Motorcycle Racing Club this weekend (6/7 March).

The BMC... Read More >>

Circuits
News 02-03-2010
Lotus Evora Carbon Concept

The multi-award winning Lotus Evora provides the basis of the stunning carbon design concept unveiled at the 80th Geneva Motorshow. The car boasts a stylish carbon fibre, leather and alcantara interior, aggressive carbon diffuser and an evocative high tech compos... Read More >>

Circuits
News 02-03-2010
Group Lotus and Cosworth Announce Strategic Partnership

Two of Britain’s most renowned automotive names to become closely associated through a strategic partnership looking at the opportunity to develop high performance engines for Lotus road and race cars.

The new partnership includes the su... Read More >>

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Rockingham Motor Speedway 02-03-2010
VERGNE: AROUND ROCKINGHAM IN LESS THAN 71 SECONDS

Frenchman Jean-Eric Vergne was the only driver in the Cooper Tires British F3 field to break the 71-second mark for a lap of the 1.94-mile Rockingham circuit during the official two-day test, which ended today.

The Red Bull racer posted his 1... Read More >>

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Snetterton Circuit 01-03-2010
Trio Of Top Championships For Snetterton In 2010 - Full Event Calendar Unveiled

Circuit unveils race meeting calendar and new viewing area plans

Snettterton will host the UK’s three leading motorsport championships in 2010, as the Norfolk circuit reveals its race meeting calendar for the upcoming season.

Mo... Read More >>

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Marina Bay Street Circuit 01-03-2010
BETTER VALUE AND EASIER TRACK ACCESS FOR RACE FANS AS 2010 FORMULA 1 SINGTEL SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX TICKETS GO ON SALE

Better value tickets, which include two-months of ‘early bird’ ticket offers and five top grandstands which have ticket prices lowered compared to last year, are set to drive sales as tickets for the 2010 FORMULA 1 SINGTEL SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX go on s... Read More >>

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Phillip Island 01-03-2010
HASLAM WINS FIRST WORLD SUPERBIKE RACE, LEADS CHAMPIONSHIP

Team Suzuki Alstare rider Leon Haslam recorded his first ever World Superbike win in the first race of this year’s Superbike World Championship at Phillip Island on Sunday.

He led the race from start to finish and took the flag, just 4 ... Read More >>

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Circuit de Catalunya S.L. 01-03-2010
McLaren At Top Of Time Sheets Again

The 4 day test at Circuit de Catalunya near Barcelona ended yesterday, with Lewis Hamilton setting the fastest lap of the test yesterday.

Jenson Button didn't run yesterday when the fastest times were set. Nice Rosberg and Michael Schumacher look ve... Read More >>

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Sepang International Circuit 01-03-2010
ROSSI SMASHES POLE RECORD ON FINAL DAY OF SEPANG TEST

Fiat Yamaha rider Valentino Rossi signed off the second pre-season test of the year on top once again in Malaysia last Friday, meaning he has been fastest at all four days of testing so far this year.

The Italian smashed his own pole record by almos... Read More >>

Circuits
News 01-03-2010
FIA GT1 World Championship Launch

The FIA GT1 World Championship was launched to the world at the Automobile Club de France in the Place de la Concorde, Paris today.

Jean Todt, President of the Fédération Internationale de L’Automobile (FIA), presided over ... Read More >>

Circuits
News 01-03-2010
Porsche 918 Spyder

Porsche presents Super-Sports Car Concept in Geneva

Genf. Michael Macht, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, presented the Porsche 918 Spyder concept car at its world debut this evening in Genev... Read More >>

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Brooklands 27-02-2010
Classes Announced For The Brooklands Double Twelve Driving Tests And Concours

Brooklands Museum, promoter of The Brooklands Double Twelve, is pleased to announce the 12 classes of car which will take part in the event on 5-6 June 2010.

There will be 144 cars in total, 12 in each of the 12 classes, invited to compete in ... Read More >>

Circuits
News 27-02-2010
Alonso Looks Forward to 2010, Reveals Favourite Circuit!

Fernando Alonso talks with his sponsors, Shell, about how he is settling in at Ferrari, and about his approach to the 2010 Formula 1 season.

Q&A with Fernando Alonso

Q What are your challenges for 2010?
... Read More >>

Circuits
Autodromo Curitiba 27-02-2010
ICE COOL WILKS READY FOR HOT BRAZIL RALLY CHALLENGE

Guy Wilks will swap the wintry north east of England for the hot and humid interior of Brazil, when the Škoda UK Motorsport driver contests Round 2 of the Intercontinental Rally Challenge, the Rally International de Curitiba (4-6 March), in his Fabia S2000... Read More >>

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Book Reviews 27-02-2010
Matra Sports Cars By Ed McDonough

Matra Sports Cars – MS620, 630, 650, 660 & 670 - 1966 to 1974 By Ed McDonough

• The first book in English dedicated to the Matra 3 prototypes of 1966-1974
• A complete history and development of the Matra prototype s... Read More >>

Circuits
News 27-02-2010
Mercedes SLS AMG is 2010 F1 Safety Car

Mercedes has unveiled the 2010 F1™ Safety Car - based on the new gullwing SLS-AMG, it is the most powerful Safety Car ever deployed, cranking out 571bhp.

It'll be driven by Bernd Maylander, who won the Nurburgring 24 hours in 2000, and has dri... Read More >>

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Oulton Park Circuit 27-02-2010
Oulton Park Helps Local School Raise Ł800 for Cardiac Charity

‘Marathon man’ Headteacher leads Eaton Primary School fundraiser 

Oulton Park circuit swapped the sound of engines for bicycle bells and relay races today (Thursday 25 February), as more than 100 pupils from Eaton Primary Sch... Read More >>

Circuits
News 27-02-2010
Matech Ford GT1 testing

Just listen to the beautiful sound of the new Matech Ford GT1, seen here putting some miles on their new chassis in private testing at Ascari in Spain and Portimao in Portugal (its a tough life!).

The Ford GT1 weighs in at around 1250kgs, and is fi... Read More >>

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Phillip Island 27-02-2010
HASLAM TAKES SUPERPOLE!

Team Suzuki Alstare's Leon Haslam took Superpole in Australia today, to lead the grid in his debut for Suzuki in the first round of the 2010 World Superbike Championship tomorrow.

The young Briton stormed to a lap of 1:31.229, over half a seco... Read More >>

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News 27-02-2010
GM Supports Event Data Recorder (EDR) Mandate to Improve Vehicle Safety

Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo! The US Government Owned General Motors has supported Representative Gene Green (D-TX) for his support of a Federal mandate to install Event Data Recorders (EDRs) in all new vehicles. Here is the press release. Make of i... Read More >>

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Autodromo Curitiba 27-02-2010
WTCC Season Just 1 Week Away!

CURITIBA HOSTS THE OPENING ROUND

The series' sixth season will get underway once again at the Autódromo Internacional de Curitiba, Brazil.
This will be the fifth time the 3.7 km circuit has hosted the WTCC. The championship visi... Read More >>

Circuits
Book Reviews 26-02-2010
THE SPORTS CAR BOOK By Paul Guinness

THE SPORTS CAR BOOK - The essential guide to buying, owning, enjoying and maintaining a sports car

Love driving??? Then a sports car is the ideal vehicle. Tactile handling, strong performance, head-turning looks - what more could you ask for??... Read More >>

Circuits
Book Reviews 26-02-2010
BEASTS FROM THE EAST - By Paul Guinness

BEASTS FROM THE EAST - Japan's ultimate performance cars

Forty of the finest Japanese enthusiasts' cars are brought together in this comprehensive new paperback, a tribute to all that's great and all that's innovative about the Ja... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 26-02-2010
Get On the Triumph Track Experience This Summer!

Celebrate summer with Triumph’s exciting track-experience days

Triumph Motorcycles is pleased to formally announce the “Triumph Experience” - a unique day out allowing riders to explore the performance of the awesome, award-w... Read More >>

Circuits
News 26-02-2010
OWEN DEVELOPMENTS SUPPLIES NEW GARRETT TURBOCHARGER FOR REVISED 2010 FORMULA TWO CARS

The FIA Formula Two championship enjoyed a successful inaugural season in 2009, with each of the 25 Williams designed F2 cars using specially developed Owen Developments Garrett GT® ball bearing turbocharger, which helped to reliab... Read More >>

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News 26-02-2010
Ducati 1198S Corse And 2010 Range at Dealerships Across UK Now

Ducati dealers across the UK are gearing up for the new bike season as the 2010 range of Ducati models start arriving at dealerships over the next few days.

New models arriving at showrooms include Superbikes such as the 848 Dark and 1198S Cor... Read More >>

Circuits
Snaefell Mountain Course, Isle Of Man 26-02-2010
Moto2 GP Bike Set For Sensational Isle of Man TT Debut

Olie Linsdell teams up with FTR to bring state of the art prototype machine to the TT

The Isle of Man TT Races are again proving their worldwide importance and value to the motorcycling world with the sensational news that one of the all-new M... Read More >>

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Snaefell Mountain Course, Isle Of Man 26-02-2010
KTM Enter Isle of Man TT Races For The First Time

Iconic Austrian brand to debut at TT 2010 with Redline Motorcycles and James Edmeades

Austrian manufacturer KTM are set to increase the levels of official manufacturer participation at the 2010 Isle of Man TT Races with the news that Redline M... Read More >>

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News 26-02-2010
ARGENTINE DUO SET FOR BRITISH GT CAMPAIGN

An Anglo-Argentine team is targeting success in the Avon Tyres British GT Championship this season. Chad Racing will field the Ferrari 430 with which José Manuel Balbiani and Juan Garriz plan to fly the flag for Argentina in the 13-round championship.... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 26-02-2010
11th ANNUAL PRINCESSES RALLY: LIFESTYLE EVENT FOR WOMEN, FROM PARIS TO MONACO

11th Annual Princesses Rally - from 30th May to 4th June 2010 - will run stages from Paris (Place Vendome), Val de Loire, Vichy (Aletti Palace), Ardèche, Le Castellet (circuit & hotel), Finishing at Monaco (Fairmont).

Luxury, getaway... Read More >>

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News 26-02-2010
DTM Countdown: Alexandre Premat And Mike Rockenfeller To Be United Again

•Eight weeks to go before the 2010 DTM season starts
•2008 LMS title winners united in a DTM team for the first time
•New motivation for Rockenfeller, Prémat concentrates on DTM
 
In a manner of speakin... Read More >>

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News 26-02-2010
Ferrari F458 Italia - Shell Fuels And Their Role In Its Development

Shell has produced this video explaining their role in the development of the new Ferrari 458 Italia.

The heart of the Ferrari 458 Italia is a Direct Fuel Injection, 4.5 litre V8, that produces 570hp and 330lb ft of torque at 9,000rpm (a specific po... Read More >>

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News 26-02-2010
Suzuki WSBK - Leon Haslam Blog

British Superstar World Superbike rider Leon Haslam has posted his latest blog - and it looks like he is taking it easy ahead of the news WSBK season! Follow his season on the Suzuki Racing Website.

Haslam: "Not long now and we’ll be ... Read More >>

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Snetterton Circuit 26-02-2010
BRITISH F3 TESTING: NAKAJIMA & HUERTAS ON TOP FOR RR

The Raikkonen Robertson Racing pairing of Daisuke Nakajima and Carlos Huertas were the pace-setting runners yesterday in the second and final day of official testing for the Cooper Tires British F3 International Series at Snetterton. With track conditions much im... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 25-02-2010
THREE NEW MANUFACTURERS JOIN BSB FOR 2010

The 2010 MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship will feature three new manufacturers when the season gets underway on Easter weekend at Brands Hatch. Entries from Aprilia, BMW and KTM now mean that a staggering eight manufacturers will be represented.<... Read More >>

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Snetterton Circuit 25-02-2010
ROOKIE CALADO SETS PACE IN FIRST F3 TEST

Today was the first day of term for the new and old boys of the Cooper Tires British F3 International Series as the pre-season testing ban came to a close and a field of 22 Dallara chassis tackled a damp and cold Snetterton to establish an early pecking order for... Read More >>

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Circuito de Jerez 25-02-2010
Bridgestone Motorsport Jerez Test Summary

Tyres are going to be a big factor in this years F1 season as the cars start races on very heavy fuel loads.

Bridgestone Motorsport concluded two pre-season tests at the Circuito de Jerez last Saturday, where extensive use was made of Bridgestone&rs... Read More >>

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News 25-02-2010
Lotus Evora 414E Hybrid

The 80th International Geneva Motor Show sees Lotus Engineering unveil the Lotus Evora 414E Hybrid concept, a high performance technology demonstrator with a plug-in series hybrid drive system and new technologies for enhanced driver involvement.

Circuits
Speed Shop - Product Reviews 25-02-2010
Innovative design and launch for Bridgestone’s new Potenza S001 UHP sport tyre

Reliving the motorsport heritage of Potenza tyres, Bridgestone has designed the new S001 to give the world’s most powerful sports cars exhilarating control and quick-fire response.

Continuing the innovation, a  catchy viral web campaign k... Read More >>

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Book Reviews 25-02-2010
Nissan GT-R Supercar: Born to Race by Dennis Gorodji

BIRTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF A SUPERCAR!

This exciting new book from Veloce Publishing contains rare pictures, schematics and graphs detailing the many unique qualities of the Nissan GT-R, a car that revolutionised modern sports car dynamics. Anal... Read More >>

Circuits
News 25-02-2010
Subaru Hybrid Tourer Concept

* Stunning gull-wing Hybrid Tourer makes European debut
* STELLA EV charges in to Swiss motor show
* Unique ‘Boxer’-diesel technology on display

Subaru’s presence at the 80th Geneva International Motor Show will... Read More >>

Circuits
Snaefell Mountain Course, Isle Of Man 25-02-2010
Clean emissions motorcycle racing to return to the Isle of Man TT in 2010

‘TT Zero’ event scheduled as integral part of Isle of Man TT Races calendar

Isle of Man Government puts up £10,000 prize for first team to record 100mph lap Following the success of the inaugural clean emissions motorcycle r... Read More >>

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Snaefell Mountain Course, Isle Of Man 25-02-2010
MotoCzysz Confirmed in 2010 Isle of Man TT Zero Race

Clean emissions team return to try and record first 100mph lap around the mountain course

MotoCzysz, the motorcycle team founded by designer Michael Czysz, today confirmed that they would be returning to the Isle of Man in 2010 to participate... Read More >>

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Sebring International Raceway 24-02-2010
Anthony Davidson Joins Peugeot Sport 2010 Racing Programme

2010 – ANOTHER EXCITING YEAR AHEAD FOR PEUGEOT SPORT AS BRITISH DRIVER JOINS THE TEAM

Just over a month ago, Peugeot unveiled its new corporate identity which encapsulates high standards and excitement, two qualities that are especially ... Read More >>

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News 24-02-2010
Pirelli Zero Approved For New Ferrari 458 Italia

Ferrari has approved Pirelli tyres for its latest supercar; the new 458 Italia launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2009.

Pirelli, a world leader in the ultra high performance (UHP) segment of the market, announces that its P Zero... Read More >>

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News 24-02-2010
McLaren MP4-12C - The XP Files Video

The XP-files: McLaren Automotive reveals details of its next generation of prototypes

Development of the groundbreaking McLaren MP4-12C is entering its final phase. The bespoke high-performance sports car is due to launch in 2011, and right no... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 24-02-2010
VAUXHALL’S POWER EVENTS UNLEASH VXR MUSCLE FOR 2010

1000bhp. That’s the total horsepower-count in the current VXR range. And this year Vauxhall will be giving both new and existing customers the chance to fully exploit a VXR’s performance in a fresh and unique series of activities, known as the 2010 VX... Read More >>

Circuits
Mallory Park Circuit 24-02-2010
British Motocross Championship comes to Mallory Park

THE 2010 Maxxis ACU British Motocross Championship jumps into action at Mallory Park on Sunday March 21st with some of the highest-flying riders in the world racing for victory in what is guaranteed to be a great day out for families and petrol-heads alike.
... Read More >>

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Infineon Raceway (Sears Point) 24-02-2010
Fans Hit Jackpot with Jimmie Johnson® 4-Pack at NASCAR Weekend in Sonoma

Race fans looking for star power at the Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR Sprint Car Series race weekend, June 18-20, can hit the jackpot with the Jimmie Johnson® 4-Pack.
 
Race fans will be treated to four reserved tickets for the big race,... Read More >>

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News 24-02-2010
HRH THE DUKE OF YORK VISITS LOTUS RACING FACTORY

Just one day after Lotus Racing’s Hingham factory was officially opened by former Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir, the team played host to HRH The Duke of York. Team Principal Tony Fernandes and Chief Technical Officer Mike Gascoyne gave the Duke ... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 24-02-2010
Fast Track For Fun Dad’s Day Out!

The hugely successful Dad’s Day Out, an action-packed family event, returns on Sunday 16th May 2010 at Dunsfold Park, Surrey in aid of The Children's Trust. The day will provide entertainment for all the family from 10am-4.30pm, with a wide range of activit... Read More >>

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News 24-02-2010
HISTORIC AND UNIQUE BMW MILLE MIGLIA ‘BüEGELFALTE’ TO BE SOLD AT RM’S MONACO SALE

RM Auctions consigns historically significant 1937, BMW 328 MM ‘Büegelfalte’ to its Monaco sale on 1st May

RM Auctions, the world’s largest collector car auction house, announced yesterday the consignment of one of the w... Read More >>

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News 24-02-2010
Honda 3R-C Concept to Debut at Geneva

Looking for all the world like the direct descendant of R2-D2, the Honda 3R-C, a revolutionary one-person battery electric vehicle concept, will make its world debut in Geneva alongside the EV-N concept, to be displayed for the first time in Europe.

... Read More >>

Circuits
Sepang International Circuit 24-02-2010
Capirossi and Bautista visit Suzuki factory ahead of Sepang test

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP riders Loris Capirossi and Alvaro Bautista visited the Suzuki Factory at Hamamatsu in Japan earlier this week, en-route to the second test of the year at Sepang in Malaysia.

Capirossi and Bautista were joined on the trip ... Read More >>

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Hockenheim 23-02-2010
Special Race Honours Jochen Rindt at Hockenheim Historic

Special race in honor of Jochen Rindt - just part of the "Hockenheim Historic - In Memory of Jim Clark" held from 16 to 18 April 2010

On 2nd August 1970 the German Grand Prix was held at the Hockenheimring for the first time. Jacky I... Read More >>

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News 23-02-2010
Mercedes F800 Style

It's Geneva Motor Show time, and mercedes will be showing this concept car which doesn't look too far removed from reality.

It's like a modern, downsized version of the CLS with cool interior and a plug in hybrid motor. 

Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 23-02-2010
APRIL 25TH IS DRIVE IT DAY – VAUXHALL HERITAGE CENTRE OPENS ITS DOORS ONCE AGAIN!

* Third  year running Vauxhall Heritage Centre to open for classic car celebration
* Free entry and free parking
* Entrance via Park Street, Luton, 10:00am to 4:00pm
* VBOA road run Vauxhall Heritage Centre to Duxford

... Read More >>

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Silverstone Circuit 23-02-2010
JORDAN, HERBERT AND SCHMITZ LINE UP TO JUDGE GT ACADEMY 2010

Eddie Jordan, Johnny Herbert and Sabine Schmitz to sit on judging panel at Silverstone for the international final of Nissan and PlayStation®’s virtual-to-real racer quest

Former Formula One team boss Eddie Jordan will be reunited wi... Read More >>

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News 23-02-2010
Audi RS5 - The German Muscle car

* Coupé with 444bhp high-revving V8 engine, just under 22mpg
* Newly-developed center differential for quattro drivetrain

This is the one we were all waiting for - the German Muscle Car, the Audi RS 5 will finally debut at the Geneva Auto... Read More >>

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News 22-02-2010
FRenault BARC Champion Kieren Clark Awarded Place On BRDC Rising Star Program

Talented young motor racing star Kieren Clark of Cambridge, has spoken of his delight at being invited onto the hugely prestigious 2010 ‘Rising Star’ programme of the Silverstone based British Racing Drivers’ Club (BRDC). The award is recognitio... Read More >>

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Phillip Island 22-02-2010
Fabrizio Tops WSBK Test Times; Shakey Byrne Second

After four tests sessions over two days, Michel Fabrizio posted the quickest time of all at the official pre-season tests at Phillip Island, a 1'31.650, set on the final morning on his Ducati Xerox machine.

Shane Byrne (Althea Ducati) was seco... Read More >>

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Suzuka 22-02-2010
Honda 2010 - Complete Motorsports Overview

Honda sent us this press release today, detailing all their official motorsport activities for 2010. Best pull up a chair for this one!

"In its motorsports activities, the symbol of Honda's challenging spirit, the company has aimed for th... Read More >>

Circuits
Marina Bay Street Circuit 22-02-2010
SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX LANDMARK CELEBRATES 100 YEARS

The historic Anderson Bridge, which takes the circuit across the Singapore River between Turns 12 and 13, will celebrate its 100th anniversary this year.

One of the world’s oldest Grand Prix track features, the bridge’s birthday i... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 21-02-2010
VW Scirocco R Cup - 80% Less CO2 and 100% Motorsport

The new Volkswagen Scirocco R Cup will be staged as the partner series of the popular DTM during the 2010 season.  Making its debut this season, the Scirocco R Cup will feature nine races over seven weekends, including a UK round at the famous Brands Hatch c... Read More >>

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Autodromo do Algarve 21-02-2010
Portimao WSBK Tickets - 43.75% Off When Booked Online Before February 28th!

The FIM Superbike World Championship returns for the third consecutive year to the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve after, the previous editions proved to be a huge success, both with regard to the sport as well as public support.

Th... Read More >>

Circuits
Circuito de Jerez 21-02-2010
F1 Test 2 - All The Lap Times and Pictures

After the first two days were blighted with intermittant rain, the sun came out for the final two days of the second F1 test at Jerez this year. Some drivers such as Hamilton and Barrichello only ran on the first two days, which is why their lap times are much sl... Read More >>

Circuits
Circuit de Catalunya S.L. 21-02-2010
Moto2 - Catalunya Testing

The Moto2 test at the Circuit de Catalunya ended on Friday afternoon, with 12 Moto2 riders all within a second of one another.

Friday afternoon saw the three-day test at the Circuit de Catalunya come to a close, with a range of Moto2 and 125cc... Read More >>

Circuits
News 20-02-2010
Peter Kox and Christopher Haase In Murcielago R-GT for FIA GT1 World Championship

The experienced race pilot Peter Kox (NED) and exceptionally talented driver Christopher Haase (GER) pair up for the newly established 2010 FIA GT1 World Championship.

The two drivers will race the season in one of team REITER's two Lamborghin... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 20-02-2010
CELEBRATIONS FOR ALFA ROMEO AND ASTON MARTIN AT BROMLEY PAGEANT OF MOTORING

Bromley Pageant of Motoring returns to Norman Park, Bromley, on Sunday 13th June, with celebrations for the centenary of the Alfa Romeo and the 75th anniversary of the Aston Martin Owners Club. Held in association with specialist insurance company Footman James, ... Read More >>

Circuits
Losail International Circuit 19-02-2010
2010 Event Calendar

Losail International Circuit has announced it's 2010 Calendar of Events and details of ticket and hospitality packages for the Qatar Moto GP.

The headline Moto GP race event takes place from the 9th to the 11th April, with MotoGP testing taking place... Read More >>

Circuits
Events & Calendars 19-02-2010
2010 Qtel FIM Endurance World Championship

New manufacturers and record entry for the 2010 Endurance World Championship

World Endurance is in great shape for 2010! Beating the mellow international economic context, the 2010 Qtel FIM Endurance World Championship takes on an all-new dim... Read More >>

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News 19-02-2010
GINETTA TEAMS UP WITH EUROTECH RACING FOR ULTIMATE JUNIOR PRIZE

BTCC Vauxhall Vectra test drive on offer for 2010 Ginetta Junior Champion

The Ginetta Junior Championship, the UK’s highest profile Junior racing series, today announces a major new prize for the 2010 title vi... Read More >>

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News 19-02-2010
GEORGE OSBORNE IN TOP GEAR WITH VISIT TO LEEDS’ GINETTA CARS

Shadow Chancellor talks business at LNT Group

Leeds-based conglomerate, the LNT Group played host to a key member of the opposition party today, as Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne made a visit to its headquarters - which empl... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 19-02-2010
RACE RETRO 2010 BRINGS TOGETHER RACING AND RALLY LEGENDS TO CELEBRATE MOTORSPORT

Race Retro, the international historic motorsport show, will bring together racing and rally legends to celebrate all aspects of motorsport. Modern day heroes will line up alongside Classic icons to pay tribute to some of the most magnificent marques ever to grac... Read More >>

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Book Reviews 19-02-2010
Speedway – Auto Racing’s Ghost Tracks By SS Collins & Gavin D Ireland

An evocative and original look at the history of eight abandoned race circuits in the USA and Europe, and viewed as they are today in stunning new photographs.

Around the world languish a number of long-forgotten raceways; windswept and abando... Read More >>

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Santa Pod Raceway 19-02-2010
STUNT NIGHT POSTPONED UNTIL FRIDAY 26th FEBRUARY!

Santa Pod send their apologies, but due to bad weather and a freeze forecast for this evening they have had to postpone the Stunt Night event until Friday 26th February.

All advance tickets will be valid for this date, but if you... Read More >>

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ACI Vallelunga S.p.A. 19-02-2010
Porsche Back Development Programme For Five Budding Pilots

“Porsche Motorsport Talent” – five young drivers from four countries can be truly proud of this title heading into the 2010 season.

From twelve candidates at a talent search held in Vallelunga (Italy), Porsche M... Read More >>

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News 19-02-2010
Porsche Museum Supports Special Exhibition At The High Museum Of Art, Atlanta USA

First Ancestor of All Porsche Sports Cars on Show in America for the First Time

The Porsche Museum in Stuttgart, Germany, is sending its legendary Type 64 Berlin-Rome Car on a long journey. Befitting the 60th anniversary of Porsche in America,... Read More >>

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News 19-02-2010
JAGUAR TO UNVEIL THE FASTEST XK EVER AT GENEVA SHOW

Jaguar will unveil the latest dramatic evolution of its supercharged XKR coupe at the Geneva Motor Show in March. This XKR delivers a significantly raised maximum speed – up to 174mph from 155mph  – and bold styling changes that create an evocati... Read More >>

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Goodwood 19-02-2010
GOODWOOD TO LIMIT REVIVAL VISITOR NUMBERS AS ADVANCE TICKET SALES ACHIEVE RECORD LEVELS

* Daily Revival visitor to be ‘controlled’ to enhance the spectator experience and comfort
* Covered seating extended at the popular track-side Woodcote Grandstand
* New ‘Mess’ interactive hospitality facility with period ent... Read More >>

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News 19-02-2010
F1 Engineers BeruF1 Launch Worlds Most Exclusive And Technically Advanced Road Bike

The ultimate riding experience is just around the corner for a few hundred privileged customers as the world’s first bike designed and hand built by Formula One engineers receives its finishing touches

A revolutionary new bicycle designe... Read More >>

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News 19-02-2010
BMW M3 Coupe Gets Auto Start/Stop, Competition Package

The world’s first high performance car with Auto Start-Stop

BMW has introduced a Competition Package for its class-leading BMW M3 Coupé to enhance the model’s unparalleled driving dynamics. The package will go on sale 20 Mar... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 19-02-2010
ASTON MARTIN RACING LAUNCHES FIRST ONE MAKES SERIES IN UK

Aston Martin Racing has launched the Aston Martin British GT4 Challenge, the first time there has been an official factory one make series for the British marque in the UK.

The series starts in April at Snetterton and finishes six races later ... Read More >>

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News 19-02-2010
BENTLEY CONTINENTAL SUPERSPORTS CONVERTIBLE

FlexFuel technology now standard across Continental model range

The Continental Supersports Convertible further strengthens Bentley’s supercar range, following the introduction of the Continental Supersports Coupé in 2009. The new Supers... Read More >>

Circuits
News 19-02-2010
Lotus Elise Restyled, Gets New More Efficient Engines

The Lotus Elise revolutionised the sportscar market 14 years ago when the small lightweight agile 2-seat mid engine sportscar was introduced. By ensuring that the Elise stuck rigidly to Lotus’ core values of performance through light weight, the Elise was a... Read More >>

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Brands Hatch 19-02-2010
VIRTUAL RACING TO REAL RACING - DREAM CLOSE TO REALITY FOR TWO BRITS

* John Moorby from Macclesfield and Alex Ingram from Edinburgh to represent UK in the Nissan PlayStation® GT Academy International Final
* The race is on to win a season-long drive in a Nissan 370Z GT in the European GT4 Cup

Sony Co... Read More >>

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Crystal Palace 19-02-2010
MOTORSPORT BACK AT THE PALACE!

It's been a long time coming, but Crystal Palace will once again play host to a national motorsport event. Motorsport at the Palace, sponsored by the Ancaster Group, have confirmed that a two-day sprint event will be run over the May Bank Holiday weekend (30-31 M... Read More >>

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News 19-02-2010
Yamaha - 10% Discount Voucher!

Yamaha has announce that it is offering its customers the opportunity to claim a 10% discount off all Yamaha Genuine Apparel and Accessories until 31st March 2010, throughout its network of Authorised Yamaha dealers and Lifestyle Centres.

To t... Read More >>

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News 19-02-2010
DTM Countdown: Audis Driver Line Up For The 2010 DTM Is Complete

• Nine weeks to go before the 2010 DTM season starts
• 21-year-old Spaniard Miguel Molina is new Audi “factory” driver
• Katherine Legge and Mike Rockenfeller change teams


Nine weeks before the 2010 DTM... Read More >>

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Brands Hatch 19-02-2010
Brands Hatch Reveals Stunning 2010 Event Line Up

Superleague Formula and BikeRadar Live added to calendar this season

Football and cycling will join the motorsport calendar at Brands Hatch in 2010, as the Kent circuit announces its full line-up of events for the season ahead.

Follow... Read More >>

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Autodromo Curitiba 19-02-2010
WTCC FULL SEASON ENTRY LIST UNVEILED

Twenty full season competitors entered in the 2010 FIA WTCC

The full season entry list for the 2010 FIA World Touring Car Championship that will start on March 7th at Curitiba, Brazil, was announced today. Twenty competitors are listed: driv... Read More >>

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Speed Shop - Product Reviews 16-02-2010
WHO WORKS... SPORTS GUIDES AND DIARIES

Who Works... Sports Guides began producing annual guides and diaries some 18 years ago, specialising in sports related products and motor racing in particular.

Who Works in Formula One is now in its 20th year of publication and has become th... Read More >>

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Le Mans (ACO) 16-02-2010
Le Mans Driver - The First Endurance Racing School in the World!

The Automobile Club de l’Ouest unveiled the first driving school prototype for discovering and training the future generation of endurance drivers before the official presentation of the field for the 78th Le Mans 24 Hours. The Club has given itself a very ... Read More >>

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News 15-02-2010
BAM Motorsports - The Ultimate Formula 1 Experience

Taste the glamour and raw excitement of Formula 1TM on another level with BAM Motorsports, whether you're after high impact corporate entertainment or the experience of a lifetime - BAM Motorsports will exceed your expect... Read More >>

Circuits
Hockenheim 14-02-2010
Formula 1 - Take The Shuttle Bus To The Races At Hockenheim And Avoid The Traffic!

Hockenheimring establishes a convenient bus service for fans

Read More >>

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News 13-02-2010
Lotus Cosworth T127

LOTUS RACING UNVEILS LOTUS COSWORTH T127

Lotus Racing unveiled its 2010 challenger, the Lotus Cosworth T127, at a glittering event in London’s Royal Horticultural Hall on Friday 12th February. Team Principal Tony Fernandes was joined on stage by Chief T... Read More >>

Circuits
Mallory Park Circuit 13-02-2010
Rider Safety and Spectator Improvements at Mallory Park

MALLORY PARK has completed a £50,000 earth-works programme to improve safety and sight lines for competitors and at the same time improved viewing facilities for spectators in a winter make-over.

Track riders and racers will benefit from... Read More >>

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Circuito de Jerez 13-02-2010
F1 Test - All The Lap Times And Pictures

The second F1 test of the year took place at Jerez from 10th to 13th February.

After 4 days of running Lewis Hamilton pipped Jaime Alguersuari and Kamui Kobayashi in the last few minutes of the last day for the place at the top of the time sheets. T... Read More >>

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News 12-02-2010
Jarno Trulli Develops His First Lotus Race Car

F1 Racing driver Jarno Trulli assists in the development of the Lotus Evora Cup race car during its first test session at Snetterton.

The Lotus Evora Cup race car is the latest addition to the Lotus Motorsport racing stable. Fresh from its deb... Read More >>

Circuits
Silverstone Circuit 12-02-2010
Silverstone Arena Circuit Gets Green Light For 2010 British Grand Prix

Silverstone Circuits Limited has confirmed that, following approval from Formula One Management (FOM), the 2010 FORMULA 1 SANTANDER BRITISH GRAND PRIX (9-11 July) will be staged on Silverstone’s new Arena Grand Prix Circuit*.

Silverston... Read More >>

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Hockenheim 12-02-2010
Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo Announces 2010 Calendar

After a sensational inaugural season, the world’s fastest one-make series, the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo, has announced its race calendar for 2010, which will commence in April in Hockenheim, Germany.

The pan-European series wil... Read More >>

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Brands Hatch 12-02-2010
Caterham R400 Championship Merged with Britsports Caterham Masters for 2010

Caterham have struggled for numbers in the R400 championship this year; with the dust having settled after Xmas, they’ve established that there was likely to be only five regulars, plus a couple of occasional drivers.  With just 5-7 cars, it isn't poss... Read More >>

Circuits
News 12-02-2010
JORGE LORENZO INJURES HAND IN TRAINING ACCIDENT

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo has undergone surgery in his right hand following an accident whilst training near his home in Barcelona yesterday, Thursday 11th February.

The 22-year-old was riding his motocross bike at the... Read More >>

Circuits
Oulton Park Circuit 12-02-2010
RACE AND QUALIFYING FORMAT CHANGE ADDS SPICE TO F3

The Cooper Tires British F3 International Series is to feature an exciting new race and qualifying format for 2010, as well as a revised points system, to accommodate the expansion from 20 to 30 races.

Draft sporting regulations, just publish... Read More >>

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Autodromo Curitiba 12-02-2010
RECORD-BREAKING 430 MILLION VIEWERS FOR THE 2009 WTCC SEASON

• 23% increase in worldwide audience compared to 2008
• 1,040 hours of total broadcasts across 160 territories
• First ever FIA World Championship produced in HD


The 2009 season of the FIA World Touring Car Champio... Read More >>

Circuits
News 12-02-2010
Subaru Impreza Cosworth

HIGH-POWER COLLABORATION SETS NEW PERFORMANCE STANDARD

Two of the biggest names in automotive performance have come together to work on a special one-off project, and the result promises to be truly staggering.  Subaru UK and Cosworth have enhanced the p... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 12-02-2010
Audi Tradition Celebrates The 30th Anniversary of quattro

* Special exhibition at the Audi museum mobile
* Attendance at the world’s largest classic car show, the Techno Classica in Essen
* Extensive historical programme for 2010

Prepare to feel old - the Audi quattro is 30 years old this ... Read More >>

Circuits
News 12-02-2010
HIGH-CALIBRE FORMULA 3 DRIVERS ‘POWERED BY VOLKSWAGEN’ IN 2010

Volkswagen will again line up on the starting grids of three of the most prestigious European Formula 3 championships with a high calibre driver line-up. 

Macau Grand Prix winner Edoardo Mortara (Italy), last year’s AT... Read More >>

Circuits
Silverstone Circuit 12-02-2010
Silverstone - 2010 Race Events & Discounts on Driving Experiences

With the 2010 FORMULA 1 SANTANDER BRITISH GRAND PRIX and the 2010 AirAsia British Grand Prix (MotoGP) already confirmed, Silverstone has now released their full 2010 race calendar - and it is packed with the very best in both national and international motorsport... Read More >>

Circuits
Book Reviews 11-02-2010
FOUR FANTASTIC TITLES FROM VELOCE

4 Titles From Veloce Publishing's Motorsport series showcase some of the captivating stories and personalities from the world of motor racing.

'Gentleman' Jack Sears, Ferrari driver Cliff Allison, John 'Big Healey' Chatham and Fast Ladies are all fe... Read More >>

Circuits
Speed Shop - Product Reviews 11-02-2010
BRM - PURE RACING SPIRIT

BRM is the only French watchmaking manufacture, born of the strength of commitment and competitive spirit that has fuelled Bernard Richards since his earliest childhood.

A real motorman of watchmaking, Bernard Richards (pictured below) passio... Read More >>

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Rockingham Motor Speedway 11-02-2010
EXPERIENCE THE LUXURY OF RACE DAY HOSPITALITY AT ROCKINGHAM

FANS of the Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship can enjoy the luxury of the finest hospitality packages at Rockingham when the UK’s premier motor racing series returns to the Northamptonshire circuit.

After successfully staging t... Read More >>

Circuits
Marina Bay Street Circuit 11-02-2010
2010 FORMULA 1 SINGTEL SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX TICKETS OF GO SALE 1ST MARCH

• Tickets priced in two phases, average 15% savings for early purchase
• All ticket prices lower or unchanged compared with last year
• New Premier Walkabout ticket gives access to Zone 1

Race promoter Singapore GP... Read More >>

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Brands Hatch 11-02-2010
Brands Hatch Villagers' Day raises money for local causes

Driving activity day generates £3,000 for community projects

Brands Hatch raised almost £3,000 for local charitable causes at its sixth annual Villagers’ Day event last weekend (Saturday 6 February).

The commun... Read More >>

Circuits
News 11-02-2010
Vic Reeves’ Big Bike Out

Jim Moir, better known by his stage name of Vic Reeves, is back in the saddle, riding a brand new Royal Enfield Classic 500 motorcycle.

The TV entertainer and host of Shooting Stars has been a keen motorcyclist since his youth and previously o... Read More >>

Circuits
Nurburgring GmbH 11-02-2010
Drive In The Nurburgring 24 Hours!

Experience the legendary Nurburgring 24hr race with an E36 BMW 325i with Jaco's Paddock Motorsport. Their race proven 325i is a mature and reliable answer to competing and completing this awesome race on the fearsome Nordschleife.

Jaco's will ... Read More >>

Circuits
Brooklands 11-02-2010
Half Term Family Fun Days at Brooklands Museum, 15-19 February 2010

For a great day out this half term, join hundreds of families and visit Brooklands Museum.

There’s plenty of hands-on activity on each weekday with the ever-popular vintage style car rides (subject to the weather and availability), bus r... Read More >>

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Infineon Raceway (Sears Point) 11-02-2010
West Coast Moto Jam - 14th to 16th May 2010

Infineon Raceway’s traditional spring motorcycle weekend will have a new look and feel in 2010, as well as a new name.
 
The West Coast Moto Jam will take place May 14-16 and boasts a little bit of everything on two wheels, highlight... Read More >>

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Santa Pod Raceway 11-02-2010
Stunt Night - Friday 19th February 2010

Stop Press! High octane half-term fun! Advance ticket deadline now extended! Book by 3pm Sunday 14th Feb.
An evening of non-stop stunt entertainment with the cream of automotive stunt performers.

Stunt Night is a family show with acti... Read More >>

Circuits
News 11-02-2010
NISSAN AND NISMO UNVEIL 2010 MOTORSPORTS ACTIVITY PLAN

Nissan’s iconic GT-R sportscar will contest in two of the world’s premier racing championships in 2010 as part of the global motorsports plan unveiled today by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd and Nissan Motorsports International Co., Ltd. (NISMO).
<... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 11-02-2010
RACE RETRO ‘TURNS OUT NICE AGAIN’

One of Britain’s best-loved comedians – and one of his most popular films – will be celebrated at this year’s Race Retro, held at Stoneleigh Park from the 12th to 14th March.

George Formby’s ‘No Limit’... Read More >>

Circuits
Castle Combe 11-02-2010
UK Vaux-Pop First At Castle Combe Circuit

Vauxhall owners and enthusiasts will have their first UK-exclusive track and action day at Castle Combe circuit in August as part of the popular Wiltshire motorsport venue’s 60th Diamond Jubilee celebrations this season.

Organisers say t... Read More >>

Circuits
Snetterton Circuit 11-02-2010
GINETTA G40 JUNIORS WET AND WINDY SNETTERTON TEST!

Ginetta’s much-anticipated latest launch, the Ginetta G40, continued its extensive circuit test schedule this week by taking to a wet and windy Snetterton. Factory driver Nigel Moore put the new production car through its paces covering plenty of continuous... Read More >>

Circuits
News 11-02-2010
WILLIAMS HYBRID POWER CONTRACTS WITH PORSCHE AG FOR 911 GT3 R HYBRID

Williams Hybrid Power Limited has confirmed that the energy storage system as part of the new Porsche 911 GT3 R Hybrid, which was announced today by Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, has been developed and supplied by Williams Hybrid Power.

Th... Read More >>

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Book Reviews 11-02-2010
Anglo-American Cars – From the 1930s to the 1970s By Norm Mort

THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS !

This new book from Veloce Publishing's Those Were The Days ... series, details British cars powered by American engines, and American cars fitted with British power plants, built between the 1930s and the 1970s. Many ... Read More >>

Circuits
Brands Hatch 11-02-2010
Club MSV Extends Taster Session Programme For 2010

Greater opportunities for circuit novices to get on track from £20

Club MSV, MotorSport Vision's in-house trackday division, has expanded its programme of 20 minute trackday taster sessions to give circuit novices an even greater opportu... Read More >>

Circuits
Suzuka 10-02-2010
YOSHIMURA CONFIRM WORLD SUPERBIKE SCHEDULE

Team Yoshimura has confirmed that it will compete in three World Superbike Championship rounds as a Wild-Card entry this year.

The Japanese aftermarket parts manufacturer will race a Yoshimura-kitted Suzuki GSX-R1000 at the fourth round at As... Read More >>

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Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca 10-02-2010
TEXAN TWOSOME COMMENCE THEIR 2010 MOTOGP SEASON

Colin Edwards and Ben Spies Start Work for Tech 3 Yamaha in MotoGP

The Yamaha Tech 3 team started their 2010 season with a MotoGP test at Sepang, Malaysia, last week. Refreshed after a long winter break and boosted by the impressive performan... Read More >>

Circuits
Circuito de Jerez 10-02-2010
Red Bull Racing Launch RB6 - Q&A with Adrian Newey

2010 sees Red Bull Racing enter its sixth season of grand prix competition. After one of the busiest off seasons for new teams and driver swaps in Formula One, that makes it one of the more experienced outfits on the grid!

Today they launched ... Read More >>

Circuits
Circuit de Monaco 10-02-2010
Grand Prix Adventures - Monaco GP 2010 With David Coulthard

Grand Prix Adventures offer big discounts off their award winning hospitality packages for this years Monaco Grand Prix.

Book the most glamorous track of them all with Grand Prix Adventures before the F1 season begins on the 14th of March and get up ... Read More >>

Circuits
News 09-02-2010
Force India Launch VJM03

The Force India Formula One Team finished the 2009 season as a genuine regular contender for points and the new 2010 challenger, the VJM03, builds on the solid foundations established by its predecessor, which took pole for the Belgian GP. With driver consistency... Read More >>

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Nurburgring GmbH 09-02-2010
Nurburgring Confirms 2010 Event Calendar

With classic races such as ADAC Eifel Rennen or the ADAC Zurich 24-hours of Nurburgring on the Nordschleife, motorcycle highlights such as the World Superbike Championship, cult concerts at Rock am Ring and lots of new event formats - the Nürburgring Calendar i... Read More >>
Circuits
Oulton Park Circuit 08-02-2010
ALEX BRUNDLE TO CONTEST BRITISH F3 WITH T-SPORT

Alex Brundle, son of former Grand Prix star and BBC F1 commentator Martin Brundle, is to step up to the Cooper Tires British Formula 3 International Series this season. The 19-year-old will race a Volkswagen-powered Dallara prepared by the race-winning T-Sport te... Read More >>

Circuits
Autodromo do Algarve 08-02-2010
MTECH HEADS SOUTH TO PREPARE FOR GT SEASON

A month-long testing programme in southern Europe is being undertaken by the MTECH team ahead of the forthcoming Avon Tyres British GT Championship season. The Algarve circuit in Portugal and the Spanish tracks of Jerez and Monteblanco are on the schedule for MTECH a... Read More >>

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Le Mans (ACO) 08-02-2010
Matech to Compete With Ford GT1 at Le Mans 24 hours With All Female Driver Team

Martin Bartek and the entire Matech Competition team are thrilled following confirmation from the ACO of their invitation to take a Ford GT1 car to the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Bartek said: “This is great recognition for the whole team who have w... Read More >>

Circuits
News 08-02-2010
Porsche 911 Turbo S

2010 Porsche 911 Turbo S: Even More Dynamic, Top Equipment all Standard

Porsche have sent us pictures and details of their new 911 Turbo S. The S model is fitted as standard with various parts that are optional extras on the regular 911 Turbo... Read More >>

Circuits
Indianapolis Motor Speedway 07-02-2010
MSCG Exclusive: Interview with Jeff Belskus, CEO of Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Indianapolis Motor Speedway is currently in the middle of it's 3 year Centennial Era that runs from 2009 through to 2011. 2009 was 100 years since the first ever race at Indianapolis - a hot air balloon race - while 2011 marks the centenary of the first ever Indy... Read More >>

Circuits
Ascari Race Resort 06-02-2010
2010 Matech Ford GT1 unveiled

As early as 2009, before the regulations of the new GT Championship came into force, Matech Concepts started developing a new Ford GT1 based on the prototype fielded in the previous season.

On the way to the Portuguese circuit at Portimão, M... Read More >>

Circuits
Nurburgring GmbH 06-02-2010
The Perfect Valentines Day Gift for Ring Addicts

The thrill of Valentine's Day is now on its way. What are you presenting to your partner as a gift this year?

While we all are familiar with Valentine Day gifts, a single red rose, bunch of flowers or maybe a box of chocolates, a nice romant... Read More >>

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Indianapolis Motor Speedway 06-02-2010
Dallara Releases Images Of New IZOD IndyCar Chassis Concepts For 2012

Indy Racing League officials have discussing a new Indy chassis that all the teams would share with Dallara Automobili, DeltaWing, Lola and Swift. The final choice is scheduled to hit the racetrack for the 2012 season.

Dallara, which has supplied the... Read More >>

Circuits
Features 06-02-2010
Circuits Magazine - The Illustrated Guide to the Worlds Greatest Motor Racing Circuits

LOOK OUT for our new publication, Circuits, Volume 1 - The Illustrated Guide To The World's Greatest Motor Racing Circuits.

Our all new title features an illustrated guide to over 50 of the top racing circuits throughout the world packed with facts ... Read More >>

Circuits
Le Mans (ACO) 05-02-2010
McNish Spearheads 3 Car Audi Team For Le Mans 24 Hours

Allan McNish will bid for a third career Le Mans 24 Hour race victory in June when the Flying Scotsman races an Audi in search of the German manufacturer’s ninth triumph in the annual French sportscar endurance race.

Dumfries-born McNish... Read More >>

Circuits
Sepang International Circuit 05-02-2010
Yamaha Riders and Team Management Interviews

Yamaha held a two part press conference after day 1 of testing at Sepang.

The first half featured questions answered by the team management Masahiko Nakajima (MN) - MotoGP Group Leader and Fiat Yamaha Team Director, Lin Jarvis (LJ) - Managing Direct... Read More >>

Circuits
News 05-02-2010
DTM countdown: Oliver Jarvis follows in Tom Kristensen’s footsteps

  • Eleven weeks to go before the 2010 DTM season starts
  • Great chance for Audi’s youngest “factory” driver
  • Jarvis to succeed Tom Kristensen in Audi Sport Team Abt Sportsline 

There is one Audi ... Read More >>

Circuits
Valenciana Ricardo Tormo 05-02-2010
Bridgestone - 2010 F1 Season Preview and Tech Q&A

Bridgestone Motorsport, the Official Tyre Supplier to the FIA Formula One World Championship, has completed the first group test of the exciting new 2010 season after three days at the 4.05 km Circuit Comunitat de la Valenciana, in Spain.

This... Read More >>

Circuits
Oulton Park Circuit 05-02-2010
NATIONAL CHAMP READY FOR INTERNATIONAL F3 BATTLE

Reigning National class Formula 3 Champion Daniel McKenzie is to return for a full tilt at the Cooper Tires British F3 International title, it is announced today.

The 21-year-old from Poole, Dorset, will race a Mercedes-powered Fortec Motorsport Dallara and ... Read More >>

Circuits
Autodromo do Algarve 05-02-2010
Free World Superbike Tickets With Selected Motorbike Track Days! Also - New Driving Experiences Available Now

The wonderful circuit at Portimao in Portugal, the Autodromo do Algarve, has launched these great offers and driving experiences. Also see the Racing School activities scheduled for this month.

Get 1 Read More >>

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Classic Clips 05-02-2010
Classic Clips: A Lap of Spa Francorchamps with Giacomo Agostini

Back in his day, he'd have been riding the old long circuit at Spa and dicing with Phil Read, but in this modern on board film, Agostini takes us for a lap of the current Grand Prix c ircuit aboard his MV Agusta.

In this current era dominated by 9 t... Read More >>

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Classic Clips 05-02-2010
North West 200 - Onboard with Bruce Anstey in 2009

The Isle of Man TT is one thing - the course dwarfs the Nurburgring Nordschliefe, with a 37 mile lap its three times the length.

But the North West 200 (Irelands biggest spectator event of any kind) is quite another - as unlike the Isle of Man Time ... Read More >>

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News 05-02-2010
Chevrolet Camaro To Race In Dutch GT4 Championship

Equipe Verschuur, the successful motorsport company of Frans Verschuur in Nijmegen, Holland has been appointed the official importer for Europe of the spectacular Chevrolet Camaro under international GT4 Regulations.

The Chevrolet Camaro GT4 was dev... Read More >>

Circuits
Sepang International Circuit 04-02-2010
FIAT YAMAHA UNVEILS NEW 2010 LIVERY

The Fiat Yamaha Team has unveiled its new 2010 livery on the morning of the first MotoGP test of the pre-season in Sepang, Malaysia.

The championship-winning team will field the same line-up as last year with World Champion Valentino Rossi and runne... Read More >>

Circuits
Sepang International Circuit 04-02-2010
Interviews with Valentino Rossi & Jorge Lorenzo

Yamaha Moto GP riders, reigning champion Valentino Rossi and his fast team mate Jorge Lorenzo gave these interviews at the unveiling of their new 2010 livery, in advance of the test at Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia.

VALENTINO ROSS... Read More >>

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Classic Clips 04-02-2010
Catalunya 2009: Rossi v Lorenzo

In this edition of classic clips, we've revisited that amazing last corner pass that Rossi put on Lorenzo in his own back yard to win the Catalunya Moto GP.

Rossi was interviewed after the race and explained what he was thinking with only 2 corners ... Read More >>

Circuits
Oulton Park Circuit 04-02-2010
Oulton Park Enhances Spectator Experience For 2010

Strong race calendar supported by new viewing area and catering facilities

MotorSport Vision has improved spectator facilities at Oulton Park in preparation for its 2010 motorsport season, which will feature headline events from the British T... Read More >>

Circuits
Sepang International Circuit 04-02-2010
FIAT YAMAHA OFF TO FLYING START IN MALAYSIA MOTO GP TEST

Reigning World Champion Valentino Rossi got his pre-season off to the best possible start today, finishing fastest on the first day of testing in Sepang. His Fiat Yamaha team-mate and last season's runner-up Jorge Lorenzo also made a strong start, ending the day ... Read More >>

Circuits
News 04-02-2010
Virgin Racing Launch VR-01 F1 Challenger

THE VR-01 - A VIRTUAL REALITY

The new Virgin Racing Formula One team, one of the sport’s four new entrants for the 2010 FIA Formula One World Championship, has proudly unveiled its debut race car - the VR-01.

The VR-01 is ... Read More >>

Circuits
Le Mans (ACO) 04-02-2010
JAGUAR RETURNS TO LE MANS

The year 2010 marks the 75th anniversary of the Jaguar name on both road and race cars. As a continuation of this great heritage, Jaguar can confirm it will return to the famed Le Mans 24 hours.

With a total of seven wins between 1951 and 1990, Jagu... Read More >>

Circuits
Valenciana Ricardo Tormo 04-02-2010
Renault R30 F1 Launch - Driver Line Up Includes First Russian to Compete in F1

Renault R30 F1 2010

Q&A With James Allison, Technical Director
Q: James, how different is the R30 compared with last year’s car, the R29?
A: It’s very different and even my Mum co... Read More >>

Circuits
Valenciana Ricardo Tormo 04-02-2010
Scuderia Toro Rosso launch STR5 at Valencia Test

The Valencia F1 test saw the Scuderia Toro Rosso team launch their new STR5 race car.

Drivers Sebastian Buemi and Jamie Alguesuari were on hand to unveil the new car, and then to get on with testing duties.

Read More >>

Circuits
Valenciana Ricardo Tormo 04-02-2010
Sauber Reveal C29 BMW at Valencia Test

Sauber revealed their new Sauber BMW C29 F1 car at the recent F1 test at Valencia Ricardo Tormo.

Drivers Pedro de la Rosa (former McLaren test driver) and Kamui Kobayashi (who impressed for Toyota at the end of the 2009 season) uncovered the new car before te... Read More >>

Circuits
News 04-02-2010
Heidfeld Misses Out On Race Drive For 2010 - Joins Mercedes As Reserve Driver

MERCEDES GP PETRONAS is pleased to confirm that Nick Heidfeld will join the team as Reserve Race Driver and Test Driver for the 2010 Formula One season. Nick will therefore complete the MERCEDES GP PETRONAS driver line-up with race drivers Michael Schumacher and ... Read More >>

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Le Mans (ACO) 04-02-2010
Les 24 Heures du Mans 2010 - Entry List

The ACO has announced the official entry list for Le Mans 2010.

A quick glance down the drivers names reveals a glittering array of talent - Tom Kristensen, Allan McNish, Rinaldo Capello, Alexander Wurz, Marcel Fassler, Nicolas Minassian, Sebastien ... Read More >>

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News 04-02-2010
‘Record-Breaking’ Success at Auction

The National Motor Museum Trust at Beaulieu has announced a significant addition to its world famous Photographic Collection.

Recently purchased at auction is a photograph album by Richard H. LeSesne depicting Major Henry Segrave... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 03-02-2010
ITV Coverage Of BTCC To Reach New Heights In 2010

UK TV broadcaster ITV’s coverage of Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship events is likely to surpass 120 hours in 2010 – beating 2009’s record-breaking figures.

The network’s ITV4 channel will dedicate some 65 ho... Read More >>

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Infineon Raceway (Sears Point) 03-02-2010
Kaseys Korner Ticket Package Offers Access to Champion, Great Tickets to NASCAR

Infineon Raceway has created the perfect ticket package for the Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race on Father’s Day, June 20.
 
Not only will you get two reserved-seat tickets for the big race, you’ll also get to... Read More >>

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Valenciana Ricardo Tormo 03-02-2010
F1 Test Day 2: Nico Rosberg Completes 119 laps for Mercedes GP, Schumacher Back In Car On Day 3

Nico Rosberg was back at the wheel of the MGP W01 car today for his first full day of testing for the MERCEDES GP PETRONAS team. Another fine and dry day in Valencia provided ideal winter testing conditions and enabled the team to successfully work through today&... Read More >>

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Events & Calendars 03-02-2010
BSB SET TO INTENSIFY IN 2010 WITH NEW RULE CHANGES

The MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship, promoted by MotorSport Vision, is the most successful motor sport championship in the UK, attracting bigger crowds and TV audiences than any other national series.  During 2009, 368,000 people attended BSB ev... Read More >>

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Rockingham Motor Speedway 03-02-2010
Join MV on Tour at Rockingham and Test F4 & Brutale Models On Track

MV ON TOUR 2010

From 12 noon today, Wed 3rd February, you can book a track or road ride on MV Agusta 2010 F4 or Brutale 990R and 1090RR models. Join MV On Tour at the Rockingham nati... Read More >>

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News 03-02-2010
Greg Mansell Signs To Comtec Racing For 2010 Formula Renault 3.5 World Series

Greg Mansell, son of Formula One legend Nigel Mansell, has been confirmed as driver for Comtec Racing’s 2010 World Series by Renault season.

This decision was reached after a successful race at the end of the 2009 WSR season with Comtec ... Read More >>

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Valenciana Ricardo Tormo 03-02-2010
Valencia F1 Test Day 3 - Alonso Quickest; Schumacher 3rd, Button 5th

On the third day of the F1 test at Circuit Valenciana Ricardo Tormo, Fernando Alonso set a stunning time a second quicker than Mercedes GPs Michael Schumacher and 1.5 seconds clear of Jenson Button's McLaren.

Michael Schumacher returned to the cockpi... Read More >>

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Le Mans (ACO) 02-02-2010
ASTON MARTIN ANNOUNCES 2010 RACING PLANS

Aston Martin Racing will enter two Works LMP1 cars bearing the iconic blue and orange livery of Gulf Oil in the 2010 Le Mans 24 Hours.

The British team exceeded all expectations at La Sarthe in 2009 by finishing fourth overall, having been qui... Read More >>

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Speed Shop - Product Reviews 02-02-2010
PRINCE’S ASTON TO RAISE VITAL FUNDS FOR TRUST

  • Exclusive cufflinks created from original aluminium engine pistons
  • All profits from sale to benefit youth charity, The Prince’s Trust

His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales’ prized Aston Martin D... Read More >>

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News 02-02-2010
FERRARI IS FIRST TO OFFER 24 MONTH WARRANTY ON APPROVED CARS

Ferrari is pleased to announce a 24-month Power Warranty on all Ferrari Approved cars purchased through the Official Ferrari Dealer network. Ferrari is the first manufacturer to offer a 24-month factory warranty on pre-owned vehicles, and offers customers twice t... Read More >>

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Valenciana Ricardo Tormo 02-02-2010
Massa Quickest in first F1 test; Schumacher 3rd

Ferrari's Felipe Massa has shown he has lost none of his speed by setting the fastest time on the first day of F1 testing in 2010, after driving 102 laps of the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Valencia.

However, the old master Michael Schumacher ominously managed th... Read More >>

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Marina Bay Street Circuit 02-02-2010
Opening of Three New Train Stations Offers Even Greater Access to the 2010 FORMULA 1 SINGTEL SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX

The Singapore Land Transport Authority (LTA) has announced that three new MRT stations (Singapore’s local subway system) will significantly cut journey times to the 2010 FORMULA 1 SINGTEL SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX.

The stations which will open on 1... Read More >>

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News 02-02-2010
British company caresses Camaro for hardcore 600bhp+ UK limited edition

When GM uncloaked their Camaro retro remake at the 2006 Detroit show, the domestic audience understandably adored it. That muscle car concept is now a showroom reality, but any plans of bringing a right-hook version to South African, Aussie or Brit shores have be... Read More >>

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Losail International Circuit 02-02-2010
Porsche World Roadshow Returns to Losail

Al Boraq Automobiles Company (Porsche Centre Doha) has chosen the Losail International Circuit for the second time in 2 years to hold the Porsche World Roadshow, an international driving event to give Porsche enthusiasts the chance to drive the entire range of Po... Read More >>

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News 02-02-2010
Roger Becker Announces Retirement From Group Lotus

Roger Becker, Lotus’ Director of Vehicle Engineering is retiring from Group Lotus after a long career of 44 years.

Roger, 64, joined Lotus in 1966, working on the Elan assembly line at Cheshunt, but his natural driving and engineering s... Read More >>

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Losail International Circuit 02-02-2010
Successful Losail Bike Experience for Michelin Spain

Michelin Spain has chosen the Losail International Circuit to hold a private Losail Bike Experience.

Michelin Spain invited their best dealers to a tour around Nepal and on their way back to Spain they did a stopover in Qatar so 24 of its guests cou... Read More >>

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News 02-02-2010
New Rapid Race Simulator Allows Drivers to Test Anytime, Anywhere

A new driver development partnership between Bamboo Engineering and Rapid Man has been launched to enable drivers to test any car on any circuit on one of the most sophisticated race simulators in the world. 

The Rapid Race ... Read More >>

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Thruxton Circuit 02-02-2010
SCORPIO JOINS THE FORMULA RENAULT REVOLUTION AS MARK BURDETT ORDERS SECOND NEW CAR

Formula Renault UK teams Apotex Scorpio Motorsport and Mark Burdett Motorsport have both confirmed fresh orders for the New Formula Renault 2.0 race car as interest continues to grow in the one-make single-seater series.

Apotex Scorpio Motorsp... Read More >>

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Mallory Park Circuit 02-02-2010
Racing Events in February and March at Mallory Park

WHETHER you like cars, motorcycles or off-road racing, Mallory Park has something for everyone during February and March.
 
Race action starts on Valentine’s Day 14th February with the LHMC Winter Rallycross series. Cars that acceler... Read More >>

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News 02-02-2010
HOPKINS JOINS TEAM M4 MONSTER SUZUKI

John Hopkins has signed for Team Hammer, which will race as M4 Monster Suzuki in this season's AMA Superbike Championship along with Daytona SportBike ace Martin Cardenas.

Both Hopkins and Cardenas have Grand Prix experience and the M4... Read More >>

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News 02-02-2010
The Future of Bentley?

FUTURE INTERNATIONAL DESIGN STARS SHORTLISTED FOR BENTLEY EXPERIENCE
Royal College of Art students create exciting new concepts for iconic British manufacturer with state-of-the-art software

Some of the world’s best young designer... Read More >>

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Brands Hatch 02-02-2010