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PORSCHE UNVEIL 918 RSR AT DETROIT
Porsche is continuing to extend its performance in the field of hybrid technology with an exciting new release at this years North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The two-seater mid-engine coupé the 918 RSR clearly reveals what happens when the technology fitted in the 911 GT3 R hybrid and the design of the 918 Spyder are transferred to a modern, innovative super sports car. The 911 GT3 R hybrid racing car proved to be an attention magnet during competition racing on the Nuerburgring Nordschleife circuit, during the American Le Mans Series races (ALMS) in Road Atlanta/USA and the ILMC run in China's Zhuhai. It demonstrated its massive performance potential under realistic motor racing conditions against top competitors. The 911 GT3 R Hybrid, referred to internally as the “Race Lab" actually surpassed the high expectations of Porsche Motorsport. Competitiveness, high reliability and exemplary fuel efficiency combined with top performance under-scored the Porsche technicians' basic idea of generating additional power in an intelligent manner. The 911 GT3 R Hybrid obtains its additional power from its own vehicle dynamics when braking. Porsche is now transplanting this technology into the mid-engine coupé 918 RSR, the motor sports version of the 918 Spyder concept car.
Continue reading...FORTITUDE VALLEY GETS SPEED, STYLE & BEAUTY
24. December 2010
Some of the world’s most fascinating and desirable cars, from a 1909 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost to a 2003 model Ford GT will come together in Brisbane for the third annual SPEED+STYLE+BEAUTY staged from 12-16 January in the old Metro Ford complex in Fortitude Valley. The 40 special vehicles in the show represent “a celebration of wheels” [...]
Continue reading...McLAREN ANNOUNCE GT3 PROJECT
17. December 2010
McLaren have officially announced their decision to build and sell a GT3 version of their MP4-12C Supercar. The company said in statement that McLaren and CRS Racing will supply and support a limited number of GT3 racing cars based on the McLaren MP4-12C high-performance sports car for European-based privateers. The move marks a return to GT racing [...]
Continue reading...THE RETURN OF THE SANDOWN 500
17. December 2010
The return of the Sandown 500 is one of the highlights of the 2011 Australian Manufacturers Championship announced today. The series will be held over six rounds including an eight hour race at Sydney’s Eastern Creek, a six hour race at Phillip Island and the return of the 500 kms event at Sandown. The series will be [...]
Continue reading...VALE TOM WALKINSHAW
13. December 2010
Holden Racing Team owner Tom Walkinshaw has died of cancer at the age of 64. The former Arrows team owner and a top driver in his own right. Walkinshaw was a controversial figure in the sport but widely regarded for his determination and success. His purchase of the Arrows team led to his TWR outfit being declared [...]
Continue reading...THE MOTORSPORT WORLD DESCENDS ON FLORIDA FOR PRI SHOW
11. December 2010
It's the World's biggest dedicated motorsport trade show, and every year tens of thousands of people from all over the World descend on it's Florida base to see an Aladdin's cave of racing and performance related product. It's the PRI Show. Held every December by the trade magazine "Performance Racing Industry" (PRI) the show attracts the biggest players in US and International motorsport for three days of networking, seminars and other events showcasing the diverse range of products and services for the industry. One regular visitor to the show is Australian Motorsport Legend Murray Carter. A little over one month short of his 80th birthday Carter has just debuted a brand new Corvette at Phillip Island and this years PRI show will be a chance to check out new products, and ideas to assist in the car's further development. "I go every year if I can." Murray told me at Phillip Island. "It's marvellous" he said.
Continue reading...IN PIT LANE November 9th (Full Audio) Michael Teychenne
12. November 2010
When guests fail to front and newsreaders vanish into thin air, who do you call? No, it’s Michael Teychenne and he joins us to talk about Mark Webber, Team Orders and brings us up to speed on “Packed to the Rafters” RIP Melissa Rafter “We hardly knew you”
Continue reading...TOYOTA COMMIT TO AUSTRALIAN MANUFACTURING
10. September 2010
In a major boost to the Australian Auto manufacturing industry Toyota Australia have committed to manufacturing a new engine for its Camry and Hybrid Camry sedans at its Australian engine plant in Altona, Victoria. More than 100,000 engines will be produced each year commencing in the later half of 2012. Approximately $300 million of project expenditure will be injected into the Australian economy. According to Toyota securing the next generation engine provides a foundation for on-going vehicle production at the Altona plant. It also provides Toyota Australia with significant opportunities to export the new engine to other Toyota manufacturing plants in ASEAN countries that produce Camry and Hybrid Camry. Toyota Australia President and CEO, Mr Max Yasuda, welcomed the decision and praised the efforts of Toyota Australia's employees, unions and suppliers in ensuring the project went ahead.
Continue reading...AUSSIE ICONS BACK IN PIT LANE
31. August 2010
Classic Car Specialists Brooklands Classic Cars and iconic Australian Sports and Racing Car manufacturer Elfin have joined forces to bring C31's popular live motorsport tonight show In Pit Lane back to Melbourne's TV screens. The new series of In Pit Lane will commence 9.30pm Tuesday night September 7th, live from the studios of RMITV in the heart of Grand Prix City, Melbourne. Special guest will be popular V8 Supercar star Jason Bright driver of the Trading Post Commodore for Brad Jones Racing. Paul Sabine of Brooklands Classic Cars said that the sponsorship of In Pit Lane was a great choice for the company. “In Pit Lane has developed to be an icon in Australian motor sport and Brooklands Classic Cars are delighted to assist in fostering IPL’s ongoing success." he said. Mr Sabine said that Brooklands had been catering to car enthusiasts and owners of interesting and sporting cars for many years and clients could rely on that experience when searching for that special car. "The sort of hard core enthusiast and classic car lover that buys our cars and uses our services are the very same people who regularly tune into In Pit Lane." he said. In Pit Lane host Brett Ramsey said he was delighted to be able to continue with the show which is now in it's 15th straight year of production. The show finished it's last season in May and looked set to disappear forever due to a lack of sponsorship. Now thanks to Brooklands Classic Cars and Elfin, the show returns for a new 13 week series to cover a busy three months of local and international motorsport.
Continue reading...AASA ANNOUNCE NEW PRODUCTION CAR ENDURANCE SERIES
23. August 2010
Forget Australia's fractured political scene, the factions of the Labor Party have nothing on the continued battle for the control of Production Car Racing in Australia. The latest shot in the war is a brand new series for 2010 the Australian Endurance Championship for Production cars. Four of Australia's major race circuits have put an agreement in place to conduct the series which will be run under the auspices of the Australia Auto Sport Alliance (AASA). The four tracks are: Eastern Creek Raceway in NSW, Phillip Island International Race circuit and Winton Motor Raceway in Victoria and Queensland Raceway. The new series which will conduct 4 x 6 hour races, will also produce the title of Australian 24 Hour Endurance Production Car Champion, based on the results of all four events.
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