This weekend of the 17/18 June 2017 sees the running of the 85th Le Mans 24 Hour. First held in 1923, this famous event has had its ups and downs over the years as far as drama and excitement is concerned, because the race never fails to deliver the unexpected. Just when you thought the race was in the bag, the lead car would be thrown a curved ball as the engine expires three … [Read more...]
Ferrari 70th anniversary
Ferrari 70th anniversary - Seventy years ago, on 12 March 1947 to be precise, Enzo Ferrari fired up a 125 S, the first car to bear his name. The car was driven through the streets of Maranello, which marked the start of Ferrari’s long and colourful sporting history. That same year, the 1.5-litre V12 Ferrari 125 S scored its first victory in the Rome GP on 25 May, and … [Read more...]
WEC Silverstone 6 Hours 2017
A really cold wind greeted the teams, media and attendees on Thursday at the start of the WEC Silverstone 6 Hours. And although it was dark overhead at times, the day remained dry. This day was given over to set up, preparation and scrutineering, and apart from some practice by the ELMS and supporting races, there was no EC action at all. Thursday 13 April 2017 Where … [Read more...]
2017 FIA/WEC Prologue
The 2017 FIA/WEC Prologue at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza on 1st and 2nd April showcased its newest competitors and also some familiar team names. As well as being the first action of WEC racing season, it is also the last official opportunity the teams will have before the first race of the season at Silverstone, just a fortnight away on 15/16 April. A total of 27 cars … [Read more...]
Cobra-Ferrari Wars
This is the second edition of the well-known and much loved book by Michael L Shoen. The Cobra-Ferrari Wars: 1963-1965, is the account of the battles, both on track and off, that raged between two great names, that of the established marque of Ferrari and the newcomer Cobra. Enzo Ferrari had made his name and his reputation the hard way, during the tough years just prior to … [Read more...]
If the Audi withdrawal was a splash
If the Audi withdrawal was a splash…there’s a Tsunami coming Much has been written of the future of the six Audi WEC drivers after the announcement by Audi to withdraw from WEC at the end of the 2016 season, less so though about the fate of the army of dedicated technicians and support infrastructure. The decision by Audi to withdraw from the WEC has in effect … [Read more...]
Anecdotes from a motoring journalist
Anecdotes from a motoring journalist – I have been fortunate enough to visit many interesting places, and to see and drive cars that would not ordinarily be possible in other occupations. Not only has this been a great pleasure and a privilege for me, but having been born and grown up in distant South Africa, I have witnessed the world of motoring and motorsport in the … [Read more...]
NART – A concise history of the North American Racing Team
Key Information ISBN: 978-1-845847-87-6 Author: Terry O’Neil Publisher: Veloce Publishing Ltd First published: August 2015 Dimensions: 24.8 x 24.8cm 256 pages – 295 pictures Price: £60.00 Features Describes Luigi Chinetti’s achievements prior to the formation of NART Chinetti’s unique relationship with Enzo Ferrari … [Read more...]
Unrest in the GTE-AM camp
As the 2016 WEC season enters its second half, there would appear to be some unrest in the GTE-AM camp. On the surface this restlessness may seem questionable, after all, the GTE-PRO class is healthy which should guarantee a good crop of cars in the GTE-AM class in 2017. This year’s Le Mans 24-Hour race saw the highest number of entrants in the PRO class we have seen for years, … [Read more...]
WEC Round 5 Mexico
Welcome to the land of hot chillies, cacti, sombreros and of course…, Speedy Gonzales. Endurance racing hasn’t taken place in Mexico on a World Championship platform for twenty-five years. The last Group C races here were won by Jean-Louis Schlesser/Jochen Mass in 1989 (Sauber Mercedes), Jochen Mass/Michael Schumacher in 1990 (Sauber Mercedes), and Keke Rosberg/Yannick Dalmas … [Read more...]
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