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India Saturday quotes: HRT
Narain Karthikeyan - 21st: "We got the potential out of the car and beat both of the Virgins and I am proud of it. I was up on my teammate but made a small mistake. Nevertheless, I'm very happy with the way I drove and the position I achieved
Tanel Leok & Friends Charity Race 2011 in Estonia
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MIKE AITKEN ANTHEM 2
ANTHEM 2 took top honors for video of the year at the annual RIDE BMX NORA CUP Awards. Mikey's section is the definition of style and definitely helped the vid win.Congrats.
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RJ Says: Ride with me at A Day In The Dirt Motocross Grand Prix video
I've spent the past four days out at Pala MX Raceway for the annual A Day In The Dirt Motocross Grand Prix. It's three days of fun, family ... just a really great event. Where else can you ride with both your daughter and Jeremy McGrath?
But instead of telling you what it's about, I thought I'd share with you what it's like to do a lap in one of the Team races. A Team race is where you have a partner (I raced with Louis Franco) and you switch off each lap. You have to 'hand off' a wrist band to your partner - and then he takes off to do the next lap.
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HARGROVE JOINS JDC MOTORSPORTS FOR 2012 USF2000 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
Canadian enters Mazda Road to Indy program as Skip Barber Summer Series runner-up MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Junior formula car leader JDC MotorSports is excited to announce the addition of Scott Hargrove to its Cooper Tires Presents the USF2000 National Championship powered by Mazda program for the upcoming 2012 season. The talented Canadian will be making his series debut with the Minnesota-based squad following a successful rookie car racing season.
With an eye towards again challenging for top honors in the competitive USF2000 National Championship, JDC MotorSports has signed its first driver for the 2012 campaign. Hargrove, having finished second in the Skip Barber Summer Series in his first season of car competition, will make his pro F2000 debut, joining multiple race winner JDC MotorSports. The Surrey, B.C., native recently impressed the renowned junior formula car outfit in private testing at Blackhawk Farms Raceway, demonstrating good speed, skill, and feedback in his initial outing in a Mazda-powered Van Diemen. With support from RaceEnergy, Analytic Systems, Skip Barber Racing School, and Italian Motors, Hargrove will enter his new partnership with JDC with an eye on the USF2000 Rookie of the Year.
"After testing with the team in late September, I am ecstatic to be a part of JDC MotorSports for 2012, it really is a dream come true!" stated Hargrove. "The team has an extensive history of success, and I know they will provide me with all the best equipment to help continue that success into 2012. It is a very exciting time to join USF2000 and start on the Mazda Road to Indy, as many of my competitors from 2011 in Skip Barber have chosen to peruse rides in USF2000. 2012 will be a year full of learning, and I'm ecstatic that John Church and the team will be there to aid me all along the way."
"We are very happy to have signed Scott for the 2012 season," commented JDC MotorSports principal John Church. "He had a great test with the team in late September and we look forward to a successful campaign in 2012."
The 16 year-old Hargrove enters the USF2000 National Championship following a brief but successful start to his motorsports career. Having made his karting debut in 2008 via local competition, the Canadian quickly made his mark, winning two IKF Region 6 Gold Cup karting championships as a rookie in the Senior class. Winning a scholarship presented by MAZDASPEED Motorsports, The FIA Motorsports Safety Development Fund and Skip Barber Racing School, Hargrove made the transition to car competition this past season. The teenager promptly showed good natural talent by winning four races en route to capturing the Rookie of the Year award and second in the Skip Barber Summer Series.
JDC Motorsports continues preparations for the 2012 season with the squad's USF2000 cars taking to the Indianapolis Motorsports Speedway road course on October 28-29, as part of the Chris Griffis Memorial Mazda Road to Indy Open Test. JDC will make further announcements regarding its 2012 driver line-up in the coming weeks, with the team currently evaluating additional racers, and interested parties urged to contact the squad.
About JDC MotorSports:
Involved in formula car racing since its inception in 1994, JDC MotorSports has established itself as one of the leading junior open-wheel teams in North America. Initially making its mark in the F2000 class of club racing competition, JDC MotorSports was soon a team worth watching in the pro ranks. Competing in the Formula Ford 2000 Zetec Championship, the team not only won races, but also helped develop multiple young drivers. In 2005, JDC MotorSports expanded its efforts, entering the Star Mazda Championship. Quickly becoming one of the top teams in the series, JDC captured both the driver and team titles in 2007, as well as Rookie of the Year honors, with Dane Cameron scoring a series-high three wins. In 2008, JDC MotorSports was the runner-up in the Star Mazda Championship and finished fourth in its inaugural season of F2000 Championship Series competition. The Minnesota-based team won the Star Mazda Championship title with Rookie of the Year Adam Christodoulou, and the F2000 Championship Series title with Chris Miller in 2009. This past year, JDC continued its winning ways, earning the Rookie of the Year award in the Star Mazda Championship with Connor De Phillippi, and scoring a non-points win in the USF2000 National Championship. The Minneapolis-based squad will compete in the Star Mazda Championship, USF2000 National Championship and Prototype Lites Championship in 2011 via multi-car operations.
JDC MotorSports races with associate sponsorship from www.RedLineOil.com
Additional information on JDC MotorSports can be obtained from the team’s website @ www.jdcmotorsports.com For direct contact, please contact John Church @ 952-233-3075
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Honda to sponsor finale
| Channel: Saloon Cars/Trucks | Class: BTCC | Fans attending this Sundayrsquo;s (16 October) Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship title-decider at Silverstone will see a Honda Civic spectacularly lap the track on just two wheelshellip; |
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Rumors of Valentino Rossi’s Retirement Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
After the tragic events at the cancelled Malaysian GP, and the subsequent tragic death of Marco Simoncelli, there were whispers regarding whether Valentino Rossi and/or Colin Edwards would retire after the incident that cut-short SuperSic’s life. These whispers and thoughts turned into idle chatter, which then lead to unfounded speculation. It is of course only natural in this FOX News world that we live in that every possible angle and outcome be explored before any ...
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Bede Durbidge & Damien Hobgood standouts on Day 2 at ASP/WCT Rip Curl Pro
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Wrathall thrilled with podiums
| Channel: Saloon Cars/Trucks | Class: BTCC | Frank Wrathall is thrilled after scaling the podium twice during Rockinghamrsquo;s round of the Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship on Sunday. |
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Awesome Moment Flashback: The Giz Lives The Dream In NZ
| Channel: Saloon Cars/Trucks | Class: V8 Supercars | There was plenty of expectation on Stone Brothers Racing and Kiwi team ownersrsquo; Ross and Jimmy Stone heading into the ITM400 Hamilton in April. |
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Land Rover LR2 Debut
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Land Rover has always been the smart choice for people who wanted to go off-roading - we mean really off-roading, like on safari, running away from charging rhinoceros off-roading. And the nicest things about a Land Rover, was that you could flee that rhinoceros in style and comfort. The LR2 was unveiled to North America at the Los Angeles Auto Show in late 2006 and AutoPacific Senior Consultant Jim Hossack was on hand to have a first look. He liked what he saw.
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Title-Winning Engineer And Stone Brothers Racing Part Ways
| Channel: Saloon Cars/Trucks | Class: V8 Supercars | IN something of a surprise, Stone Brothers Racing has parted ways with two-time V8 Supercars Championship-winning engineer Paul Forgie. |
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DEGRAND AT FWT FINALE IN OCALA
J3 Competition/Kosmic driver places second and fourth in stacked Rotax Senior fieldOcala, FL - The Ocala Gran Prix facility in Ocala, Florida has been a favorable destination for American karting star Tristan DeGrand. This past weekend (March 25-27), the Florida Winter Tour Rotax Max Challenge held its series finale at the 1/2-mile circuit with DeGrand making his second start in the Rotax Senior category. Following last month’s top-10 performances and visiting a facility he has gained a lot of success at, DeGrand entered the event with strong confidence of recording the best results possible. Tristan accomplished that feat by standing on the podium following Saturday’s round of action and missing out Sunday by just one position.
With the large entry numbers for the event, the FWT program holds their qualifying sessions on Friday afternoon. Sunday’s round six session took place first during the afternoon with DeGrand posting a 36.664-lap to place eighth overall - just over one tenth off the pole position. Later that day, qualifying for Saturday’s round five events took place with DeGrand gaining a tenth of a second (36.569) to sit fifth overall - still just one tenth out of the fast time in a field of 38 drivers.
“I was excited to return to Ocala and repeat my results from 2009. We worked really hard in both West Palm and Ocala to find a good setup,” commented DeGrand, looking back on the weekend. “The track proved more difficult in Ocala. During the second qualifying session, we seemed to find a better setup and I managed to increase my pace in the second qualifying session from the first qualifying session on Friday.”
Following a warm-up session Saturday morning, DeGrand set up in grid spot five for the 18-lap Prefinal. Avoiding any opening lap incident, Tristan was comfortable in the lead group. The comfort did not last long as the group began shuffling around for position. At the checkered flag, DeGrand was able to hold on to his fifth position, where he started the race, to place him at the favorable inside of row three to start the Final. Another solid start put DeGrand in the third position after completing the first lap, trailing the top two drivers. The 24-lap run saw Tristan hold onto their draft but unable to make any advancement, crossing the line in third position. Following post-race inspection, the second place driver was found to be improper, thus moving DeGrand to the second spot on the podium in just his third Rotax Senior start.
Sunday’s action began poorly for DeGrand, right from the drop of the green flag. Through the opening lap, Tristan was involved in an incident that sent him back to the 22nd position the first time across the scoring stripe. As he showed in Palm Beach, DeGrand was capable of regaining his lost positions. After 18 laps, DeGrand was shown in the 13th spot. The good news was his inside starting position of the seventh row. Through the opening lap of the Final, DeGrand was able to avoid the early carnage and break into the top-10. DeGrand was on the tail-end of a seven kart pack that trailed the leader. The group shuffled positions throughout the closing laps with DeGrand able to capitalize and move up to the fourth spot with two laps to go. Unable to overtake for third place, DeGrand crossed the line in the fourth spot to complete a double top-five weekend performance.
“I am very proud of the team as they worked very hard to get these results,” continued DeGrand. “I’m happy to have improved on my performance from West Palm Beach and standing on the podium in just my second weekend in the Senior class is a true thrill. Thank you to team manager Justin Stefani and the rest of the crew at J3 Competition for all their hard work.”
The 15-year old will return to the state of Florida on April 8-10 for the first event of the Rotax Pan American Challenge, set for the Homestead Karting facility south of downtown Miami. Tristan would like to thank his sponsors - J3 Competition, Supertune USA, Alpinestars, Pro Am Golf, Inc. and Thinkglobale Inc. - for their support. Additional information on Tristan DeGrand can be found on his personal website - degrandracing.com .”
About Tristan DeGrand:
Eureka, Missouri’s Tristan DeGrand has grown to be one of the rising stars in North American karting. Getting his start in the sport at age 7, DeGrand was among the best at a young age. After establishing his name in the Cadet ranks, he matured in the last three seasons in the Junior category. DeGrand was crowned the 2009 KF3 North American champion and competed in Europe in 2010. The highlight of last season came at in WSK World Series when DeGrand stood on the KF3 podium at the United States round to become the first American to stand on the series podium. For 2011, DeGrand is focused on competing in the Rotax division throughout the USA, including the Florida Winter Tour and Rotax Pan American Challenge in addition to the WSK Nations Cup in Canada.
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PORSCHE NAPLETON RACING SET FOR ALMS DEBUT AT ROAD AMERICA
| Channel: Sports amp; GT Cars | Class: ALMS / IMSA Lites | David Heinemeier Hansson to co-drive with Dominik Farnbacher. Porsche Napleton Racing (PNR) and lead driver David Heinemeier Hansson will make their American Le Mans Series presented by Tequila Patroacute;n debut... |
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Promising Parking Reforms Brewing Inside Department of City Planning
A generation ago, every new building in New York City had to include parking. Even in downtown and midtown Manhattan, the law required developers to build parking spaces for 40 percent of all new residences. The most walkable, transit-accessible districts in the country had mandates to set aside space for car storage.
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Traversing Flat Corners
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The Honda family mourns one of its own
The Honda family is mourning the loss of one its rising stars, the charismatic Italian Marco Simoncelli, who lost his life in a racing accident in today's Malaysian Grand Prix in Sepang.
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Convincing Win for Team San Manuel’s James Stewart, Teammate Kyle Regal Finishes with Season Best 7th
Seattle, WA – Team San Manuel Yamaha Red Bull’s James Stewart showed more than 52,000 fans in Seattle’s QWEST Stadium, what the speed and determination of a multi-time champion looks like as he posted a convincing win Saturday night on a deeply rutted track. The day started out well, with Stewart posting increasingly fast lap [...]
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$268,000 IN SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE TO YOUNG DRIVERS IN TALENT SEARCH
SACRAMENTO, CA – Star Racing Supply, a top race parts retailer based in California, announces a powerful sponsorship program for young race drivers. The sponsorship program offers up to 18 young drivers from $6,000 to $18,000 each in sponsorship for the 2012 racing season. In alliance with the nationally recognized talent search conducted by Ron Sutton's Winner's Circle, 40 talented young drivers from across the United States and Canada will be selected to participate in “The Shoot-Out“ … an annual, extensive, three day driver try out event, in three types of USAC and NASCAR race cars.
The Shoot-Out is focused on finding top talented, young drivers to be developed towards Professional Stock Car careers with RSWC. Selected drivers joining the RSWC development program will be groomed, coached, trained and raced in USAC and NASCAR oval track series.
“This $268,000 in driver development racing sponsorships is just the next step in goals achieved for Star Racing Supply,” stated Susan Kinnicutt, Marketing Manager. “As a sister company to Ron Sutton’s Winner’s Circle, Star Racing Supply was started to serve racers and give back to the sport by helping young, upcoming, talented drivers. Now that we have achieved solid growth over the past few years, we’re in a financial position to give back.”
Ron Sutton's Winner's Circle is known in racing circles as the largest, and most comprehensive, Driver Career Development Program focused on oval track racing. RSWC has coordinated a Talent Combine in North Carolina with four top RSWC drivers testing with Cup Teams, an individual RSWC driver testing and signing with an official Cup Development Team in ARCA and guided a female RSWC driver successfully into the fully funded NASCAR Drive for Diversity program and now into NASCAR’s K&N Pro Series.
Ron Sutton said, “The economy is tough, but Star Racing has done well regardless, so these sponsorships are another way to help young drivers. We’re looking for talented young drivers and committed families, regardless of their budget. If the driver has the talent, and the family is committed, we have the people and tools to develop them, the teams to win races and the marketing expertise to help them raise the rest of the sponsorship.”
RSWC has developed many young racers to successfully make the transition from Karting, and other forms of youth racing, to winning races in full size cars in USAC and NASCAR Oval Track series, including Jessica Brunelli, Joey Licata Jr, Beau DeBard, Bobby Grewohl, Trevor Hunt, Brendan Langlois, Jace Meier, Ian Miille, Benny Moon, Jimmy Moon, Brennan Newberry, Jeff Oleen, Bobby Runyan, Nik Romano, Eli Schrock and others.
The program consists of 12 veteran driver coaches, 26 classroom training topics, 30 On-Track-Training programs, well known trainers and six racing organizations fielding 30 race teams, all dedicated to develop talented drivers to professional Stock Car racing. The teams are a balance of Open Wheel, Stock Car and Road Racing to develop highly versatile and accomplished winning drivers.
Families of young, winning drivers, ages 11 to 20, are encouraged to get detailed information from the web-site and submit their resume before the October 30th, 2011 deadline. The web-site is www.Winners-Circle-Racing.com
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Edwards lands season best qualifying
Colin Edwards flew the flag for Yamaha in tremendous style at the Sepang International Circuit today, the American showcasing his skill and experience to claim fourth place on the grid for the Shell Advance Malaysian Grand Prix.
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Simoncelli died of multiple injuries
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RJ Says: Give me a break in between supercross and motocross
Is the combined supercross / motocross season of today's era too long?
As a former supercross and motocross racer, I don't think the season is too long. Racers want to race.
But I would like to see a couple of changes that I think will make it better for the riders, teams, and most importantly, the fans.
First, I'd like to see a much longer break in between the end of the Supercross season, and the start of the MX season.
I think it would be great if the riders could have at least a couple off weekends off after the supercross season ends. One of the reasons is they could do more 'outdoor' testing at that time, instead of during supercross season.
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According to Mustangs Daily, owners who will turn to local dealers to have the TacKey installed will have their powertrain warranty reduced from five years/ 60,000 miles to three years.36,000 miles.
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Repsol Honda head to Misano fresh from victory
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The new compact car made in hope that I can succeed in your class is currently being implemented with the 2011 Ford Focus Titanium. It's a great luxury car issued by the manufacturer of the vehicle so that a casual look and, of course, many people around him. The form is dynamic and very compact in accordance with the concept of this car, the coordination between outside and inside the car is increasingly an option. The car with four doors, seats five people, who provided comfort in the interior section of each place. The capabilities of this car would be a good choice for the future of the car.
This car will come with a typical machine in 2012 Focus 2,0 liter four-cylinder engine that can put out 160 horsepower at 6500 rpm and 146 lb-ft of torque at
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Neal wins to regain lead
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Learn how to lose control on a race track so you won't on the street. We bring you inside for an exclusive look at BMW's Performance Driving School at the California Speedway.
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JDC MOTORSPORTS ADDS TOP-10S IN ST. PETERSBURG
Ellery and Piedrahita overcome Round Three incident to score valuable points in Round FourMINNEAPOLIS, MN – JDC MotorSports added to its 2011 Cooper Tires presents the USF2000 National Championship powered by Mazda points tally this past weekend (March 26-27), scoring two top-10 results on the streets of St. Petersburg, FL. Both Australian Luke Ellery and Colombian Juan Piedrahita overcame a race one incident to finish eight and ninth in Round Four.
One week after visiting victory lane in the season-opening doubleheader at Sebring International Raceway, the JDC squad was back on-course for Rounds Three and Four on the streets of St. Petersburg, FL. While neither Ellery nor Piedrahita had previously piloted an USF2000 car on the challenging street circuit when the action got underway on Friday, both were immediately up to speed in the two practice sessions. Ellery, showing superb skill in his No. 85 Melbourne IT/Luke-Ellery.com/Red Line Oil JDC MotorSports entry, adapted to the ever-changing grip levels to end day one at the top of the charts. Piedrahita, having turned the second quickest time in the opening morning run, ended the day P4 overall.
Given their performances leading up to qualifying, it came as no real surprise that the JDC MotorSports duo were among those to watch in the fight for the Round Three pole position. Piedrahita’s No. 19 Petrosur/GFK Motors/Montopharma/ Colombia es pasion/Red Line Oil/JDC MotorSports entry led the way early on, and it appeared the Colombian was headed towards his first series pole position, when a last lap flyer by another competitor sent the talented rookie to P2 in the final order. Ellery likewise looked good early on in qualifying, but the Australian was unable to find the space he desired to run a flyer late in session, ultimately earning a row four starting position.
When the JDC racers returned to their cockpits one-day later, the stage was set for potentially another series win. It was however not to be, as almost immediately after the green flag waved for Round Three in Florida, both Piedrahita and Ellery’s race came to premature end, the result of a multi-car collision in turn one.
JDC drivers and crew, while severely disappointed in the result, immediately but the incident behind them, repairing the cars and refocusing on race two of the St. Petersburg Grand Prix doubleheader.
Despite starting at the rear of the field for Round Four – the result of the grid being set by fast race times from Round Three – the JDC rookies made their mark come race time. With both Ellery and Piedrahita turning lap times on par with the race leaders, the duo steadily advanced up the scoring charts lap after lap. Advancing up to the fight for fifth place in the closing stages of the 21-lap race, Ellery and Piedrahita in the end earned valuable championship points by finishing eighth and ninth respectively.
JDC MotorSports and its talented rookie duo now have a nearly two-month hiatus, before returning to action on May 28th via Round Five of the Cooper Tires presents the USF2000 National Championship powered by Mazda at Lucas Oil Raceway in Indiana. The prestigious ‘Night Before the 500’ event marks the first of two oval races on the series calendar.
JDC MotorSports races with associate sponsorship from www.RedLineOil.com
Additional information on JDC MotorSports can be obtained from the team’s website @ www.jdcmotorsports.com For direct contact, please contact John Church @ 952-233-3075
About JDC MotorSports:
Involved in formula car racing since its inception in 1994, JDC MotorSports has established itself as one of the leading junior open-wheel teams in North America. Initially making its mark in the F2000 class of club racing competition, JDC MotorSports was soon a team worth watching in the pro ranks. Competing in the Formula Ford 2000 Zetec Championship, the team not only won races, but also helped develop multiple young drivers. In 2005, JDC MotorSports expanded its efforts, entering the Star Mazda Championship. Quickly becoming one of the top teams in the series, JDC captured both the driver and team titles in 2007, as well as Rookie of the Year honors, with Dane Cameron scoring a series-high three wins. In 2008, JDC MotorSports was the runner-up in the Star Mazda Championship and finished fourth in its inaugural season of F2000 Championship Series competition. The Minnesota-based team won the Star Mazda Championship title with Rookie of the Year Adam Christodoulou, and the F2000 Championship Series title with Chris Miller in 2009. This past year, JDC continued its winning ways, earning the Rookie of the Year award in the Star Mazda Championship with Connor De Phillippi, and scoring a non-points win in the USF2000 National Championship. The Minneapolis-based squad will compete in the Star Mazda Championship, USF2000 National Championship and Prototype Lites Championship in 2011 via multi-car operations.
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October 23, 2011
BMW M Denied Dedicated Car, Diesel M Possible
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In a recent interview for Inside Line, Albert Biermann, head of the division's product development admitted that the company would love to be allowed to create its own project once again.
However, he went on saying that the idea has been on the table several times, but a solid business cas...
In a recent interview for Inside Line, Albert Biermann, head of the division's product development admitted that the company would love to be allowed to create its own project once again.
However, he went on saying that the idea has been on the table several times, but a solid business cas...
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Marco Simoncelli succumbs to injuries at Sepang
On Sunday 23rd October, during the MotoGP race at the Shell Advance Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit, San Carlo Honda Gresini’s Italian rider Marco Simoncelli suffered a serious accident wherein he sustained critical injuries.
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Dakoda Armstrong Rides the Draft at Talladega to 17th Place Finish
No. 98 Ferrellgas / Agrisure Viptera / Drive for Savings Chevrolet SilveradoTalladega, Ala. (October 23, 2011)– Synonymous with unexpected twists and wild outcomes, NASCAR Camping World Truck Series racing at Talladega Superspeedway provided a wildcard for all teams involved in Saturday’s Coca-Cola 250 presented by Fred’s. Former winner in the ARCA Racing Series at the...more»
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British Supercross Championships - LIVE in HD Tonight!
The opening round of the British Supercross Championships is to be made available LIVE to fans across the UK. Series Promoter Future West Promotions have just given the green light for Supercross fans in England and Wales to be able to access the Hi-Def live broadcast of tonight’s season opener from Sheffield, which gets underway at 7pm this evening.
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Cairoli and Roczen become FIM World Champions in Gaildorf
| Channel: Motorcycle | Class: Motocross | GAILDORF (Germany), 4 September 2011 ndash; Gaildorf wrote once more its name in the history of the sport and the 22.000 spectators could witness the crowning of four Champions this weekend. |
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October 22, 2011
Report: Nebraska's Carhenge on sale for $300,000
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Nebraska's Carhenge, an art installation built in 1987 by Jim Reinders, is up for sale. A 38-car tribute to the druid monument in England, Reinders built the automotive megalith on a farm once owned by his father on the outskirts of Alliance, Nebraska.
Not to be confused with the Cadillac Ranch in Texas, the site is owned and operated by the non-profit group, Friends of Carhenge, and it attracts some 80,000 visitors a year. Trouble is, the site doesn't charge admission and Friends of Carhenge is in debt, having taken out loans to maintain the structure.
The organization hopes to find a buyer who can fund amenities like a campground and go kart track on the property, which would give visitors reason to pay admission. Check out the Friends of Carhenge website for additional information.
Nebraska's Carhenge on sale for $300,000 originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 22 Oct 2011 16:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Randy De Puniet and Loris Capirossi on Sepang qualifying. Plus Hector Barbera to join Pramac in 2012
From MotoGP World - Randy De Puniet and Loris Capirossi will line up next to each other on the grid for tomorrow’s Malaysian MotoGP after qualifying 11th and 12th respectively. This will be the penultimate race in Pramac Ducati colours for both riders as it was confirmed today that Hector Barbera will join the team in 2012. Barbera has [...] 
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DC Moto TF Ride Day with Josh Hill
In the 2010 AMA Supercross Championship series, Josh Hill consistently found himself on the podium. He ended the season sixth overall in points, in which he finished second in 5 of the 17 Main Events. In July, Josh spent time preparing for the 'Speed and Style' event for X Games 16. His practice session went from 'landing a backflip on his first attempt' to 'under rotating the next time around.' This horrific crash sent Josh to the hospital with a list of injuries and a whole new respect for the sport of Freestyle Motocross. I caught up with Josh, at Pala Raceway for the DC Moto TF Ride day, where he talked about his rehabilitation, his plans for Supercross 2011, and more!
Josh Hill at the DC Moto TF Ride Day
Angela: Hey Josh, you are looking good. How are you feeling?
Josh: Yeah I am getting better, everything is starting to heal up and I am getting to where I can function normally again. So it is getting better, but I need to focus on getting my body stronger. That is my main thing right now.
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Scouting Report: Kansas
How to make an informed pick for the Kansas Hollywood Casino 400
1) To make an informed pick it’s important to look at similar track races that have been run this year. When you look at similar track races don’t just look at the finish position. Examine the drivers overall body of work for the race. [...]
1) To make an informed pick it’s important to look at similar track races that have been run this year. When you look at similar track races don’t just look at the finish position. Examine the drivers overall body of work for the race. [...]
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Danilo Rossi Free Kart Setup Clinic
DR Kart offers FREE tuning assistance Bushnell, Fl - T.S. Racing announced today that 5 time World Champion; Danilo Rossi is traveling from Italy to Florida this November to work exclusively with DR Kart owners. Also making the trip will be Luca D'Amico, the head tuner for DR Kart racing team in Europe. Both men will be available to work with customers during the three day chassis clinic.
Working one on one with the best tuners in the world will give DR Kart drivers a big advantage going into next season. The three day chassis clinic will include a day of private track time, a day of open practice and a day of racing. The three different configurations will give DR drivers a chance to simulate changing conditions at the track and work on the various setups that are required to stay up front.
DR Karts are the most innovative chassis on the planet. Designed by 5 time World Champion, Danilo Rossi, the DR kart line brings high tech and affordable prices to American karting.
TS Racing is the US importer for the DR Kart line in the South and Midwest. The chassis line is available for all classes from Cadet, 100cc, Tag, and Shifter. These top of the line karts offer: Sniper adjustable caster and camber that allow adjustment of one without affecting the other setting, magnesium accessories, massive brakes, an optional trackside adjustable wheelbase and tune easily to the hard compound tires used in the US.
The Danilo Rossi track tuning weekend is set for November 11th through 13th in Florida and is a FREE bonus to anyone that purchases a DR chassis by November 4th. For more information contact Brad@TSRacing.com or call TS Racing at 352-793-9600.
About TS Racing
TS Racing is located in Bushnell, Fl. In addition to the thousands of kart parts in stock they are proud to be the distributor of the Danilo Rossi chassis. For more information or dealer inquiries please contact them at 352-793-9600 or through their web site at www.TSRacing.com
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Living on the Edge Ain't So Hard
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Check out Ford's new Edge - a Crossover vehicle that's got all the comforts you've come to expect in your Explorer, without the boxy styling.
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October 21, 2011
R4TC: 2010 Ride for the Cure at Cahuilla Motocross Park
I haven't hit the track much in 2010, but knowing that the 4th Annual Motocross Ride for the Cure Event was coming, I dusted off the KTM, dropped it off at Malcolm Motorsports for some fine tuning, hit Milestone Motocross Track for a handful of warm ups and I was ready to enjoy the funnest event of the year hosted by motocross enthusiast herself, Laurie Carey, who is constantly raising the bar for fundraising, support, education and interaction for Breast Cancer Awareness!
The morning started off amazing, perfect day to moto! The sky's were bright blue and littered with dark fluffy rain clouds! Dropping rain in perfect track watering patterns, the day was in full swing and the pits were packed! Tons of Factory support lined up for the event, they even had a never ending Freestyle show in the works! Mike Metzger, the God Father of FMX was doing his thing and dozens of other talented riders busting out tricks for the fans.
I pretty much settled into a pack rat of MXGirls, WMA Pro Rider Elizabeth Bash, Race Techs Michelle Marshall, and Mission Motorsports Brooklyn McClendon. We had a blast mixing it up on the main and vet tracks, sporting our decorated "Ride for the Cure" Bra's and having a blast spinning laps, saving boobies!
In the end I was amazed at the growth this event has accumulated over the years, by far the most impressive outcome I've seen. I'm looking forward to next year's event, but more importantly, it's touching to see all the work Laurie Carey puts into the Support and Awareness of Breast Cancer.
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Sweltering Sepang welcomes 2011 Champion Stoner
The penultimate round of the season takes place this weekend as Casey Stoner arrives at the Shell Advance Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix as the newly crowned 2011 MotoGP World Champion.
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Kahne gets first taste of No. 5 at Charlotte EFI test
Kasey Kahne climbed from the non-descript gray car, dusted off his non-descript firesuit noticeably lacking in sponsorship decoration, and smiled.
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BMW Motorrad USA Expands in Houston
Motorcycle Industry News
BMW Motorrad USA has announced that Team Mancuso PowerSports, Houston, Texas, will be an authorized BMW motorcycle retailer.
BMW motorcycles, parts, accessories and apparel will be sold in a newly acquired 30,000 square-foot facility at 7250 Southwest Freeway in Houston.
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KZ650 Conversion
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I recently listed my Kawasaki KZ650 conversion on EV Album. Elmoto member Zoom Smith saw it and ask me to post details here. ...
I recently listed my Kawasaki KZ650 conversion on EV Album. Elmoto member Zoom Smith saw it and ask me to post details here. ...
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NASCAR: Series teams Charlotte EFI test notes
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Teams Test Electronic Fuel Injection At Charlotte Motor Speedway
NASCAR, Teams Pleased With Continued Progress Being Shown With EFI Systems
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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 17, 2011) — Teams representing 11 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series cars turned upwards of 400 miles Monday during a test of Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Both NASCAR officials and drivers were optimistic about the continued development of the system. Plans call for the full implementation of EFI in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series beginning with the 2012 season.
“The entire NASCAR community has worked very closely together in developing the EFI system,” said Robin Pemberton, NASCAR vice president for competition. “Today was a positive step in the right direction for us. We have associated ourselves with some world-class technology partners, including McLaren, Freescale and Holley, and going to EFI next season is only going to enhance the racing. The horsepower should be about the same, or perhaps slightly more, the cars will be more fuel efficient, and it’s the right thing to do from an environmental standpoint. Plus, it helps us become more relevant with the production cars that our fans drive every day.”
Four Hendrick Motorsports teams, two Stewart-Haas Racing teams, one team from Richard Childress Racing, one team from Michael Waltrip Racing, one Earnhardt-Ganassi team, a team from Joe Gibbs Racing and one team from Roush-Fenway Racing participated in Monday’s test session.
The No. 6 Roush Fenway Ford, driven by Trevor Bayne, turned in the day’s fastest lap with a speed of 189.793 mph. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. also tested the No. 6 Ford on Monday.
Richard Childress Racing’s Jeff Burton said that Monday’s test provided some “great feedback for the team engineers to build upon.”
“To have the engine tuners interface with the drivers and teams at today’s test is very important in the development of this system,” said Burton. “The test is an excellent tool for the engineers to improve upon their ability to tune the engines.”
Another NASCAR EFI test is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 20 at Talladega Superspeedway. The test is set to run from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (CT).
Source: Ken Armstrong
October 20, 2011
6th Annual D-Man Festival
Fox was proud to be part of the 6th Annual D-Man Festival in Redondo Beach, CA this past weekend. We had the White Out Swat Truck on-site, played some games, plenty of free giveaw
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Geoffrey Bodine, 2011 NSCS Good Sam Club 500 Race Preview
Geoffrey Bodine - Tommy Baldwin RacingGeoffrey Bodine, Tommy Baldwin Racing NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Advance: Talladega Superspeedway Race: Good Sam Club 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series: 32 of 36 Track: Talladega Superspeedway Track Length: 2.66 miles Date: October 23, 2011 Geoffrey Bodine will return to Tommy Baldwin Racing (TBR) this weekend at Talladega Superspeedway. He will...more»
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FIA to assist in Wheldon investigation
The FIA will assist the IndyCar Series in a full investigation into the accident that led to the death of Dan Wheldon in Las Vegas on Sunday. IndyCar announced on Tuesday that it hopes to be able to announce its initial findings into the reasons behind the multi-car crash that occurred on the 11th lap of the race, causing several cars to become airborne.
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MIS boss named ‘Customer Champion’ by 1to1 Media
MIS President Roger Curtis - Photo Credit: International Speedway Corp.Roger Curtis lauded for his relationship with fans STAMFORD, Conn. (Oct. 19, 2011) – Roger Curtis, the president of Michigan International Speedway, has joined elite company, being recognized by 1to1® Media as a Customer Champion because of his positive and strong relationships he has built with...more»
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Challenging weekend sees title fight go down to final round
| Channel: Sports amp; GT Cars | Class: British GT | An eventful weekend at Donington Park in Leicestershire saw Freddy Nordstrouml;m extend his 2011 Avon Tyres British GT title bid towards the final round of the year. |
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DAMS, Arden to compete in FR3.5
GP2 teams DAMS and Arden will compete in Formula Renault 3.5 next year after their entries were accepted by championship organisers.
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October 19, 2011
Team USA – Our MXoN
| Channel: Motorcycle | Class: Motocross | Team USA once again walked away from the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations with their heads held high and their pride intact. It was a close call for the American team... |
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Video from CMRA clubman race at ECR 8/7/11
On board footage from a Kawasaki Ninja 250, that was loaned to me after my Triumph threw a rod in practice. Ryan finished this race in 1st with only one handlebar, I scrapped up third which was better than the alternative of watching from the sidelines.
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A neat guest-blogging opportunity (thanks Allstate!)
I do have a couple of really neat rides to report on… more on those soon, but first a little horn-tooting if I may. I was recently offered the opportunity to write a guest post for the Allstate GoodHands Community website. They invited me to submit several topics for consideration, centered around motorcycling from a [...]
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October 15, 2011
Oh That Crazy Hoka Hey
What if they gave a Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge and nobody got any prize money? No, I’m not talking about last year’s questionable event, I’m talking about an awards ceremony that was held over the weekend . . . and Big Jim Durham said no one gets a cent. I owe Dan Leffert and Alan [...]
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Ford NASCAR Nationwide Series Charlotte Motor Speedway Post Race Notes & Quotes
Ford RacingFORD RACING NOTES AND QUOTES Dollar General 300, October 14, 2011 Charlotte Motor Speedway Ford Finishing Order: 1st – Carl Edwards 3rd – Trevor Bayne 9th – Ricky Stenhouse Jr. 21st – Timmy Hill 26th – Joey Gase 38th – Tim Andrews CARL EDWARDS – No. 60 Fastenal Ford Mustang – VICTORY LANE INTERVIEW...more»
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ABATE Statewide Tour Is A Passport Away
Motorcyclists generally don’t need a reason to ride, they just need a destination. If that destination comes with the possibility of winning a bit of cash, so much the better. All the poker runs that go on all summer long attest to that. Well, here’s an option to consider for next year. (It’s a little [...]
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CHAMPIONSHIP CHASES AT THE FOREFRONT IN BALTIMORE
| Channel: Sports amp; GT Cars | Class: ALMS / IMSA Lites | Championship chases in the four classes of the American Le Mans Series presented by Tequila Patroacute;n are alive and well. Heading into Baltimore ndash; with 20 points going to class winners ndash; here is how things standhellip; |
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OCALA GRAN PRIX SCORES 3 VICTORIES AT FWT
Askew and Neri run at the front of the field in Junior and SeniorOcala, FL - With the final round of the Florida Winter Tour taking place at Ocala Gran Prix (OGP), team drivers would look to utilize track knowledge and experience to take home race wins. Leading the way was multi-time champion Nick Neri who scored the Rotax Senior race win on Sunday as well as Rotax Junior competitor Oliver Askew who claimed a pair of dominating wins.
"I am so proud of my team and drivers," exclaimed Jorge Arellano after the weekend was over. "We have had some great success over the past three months and to cap the tour off in the form that we did is something to build on in the future."
As the season began to wind down, several Ocala Gran Prix drivers hit their stride as they entered the final round of the Formula Kart Productions Florida Winter Tour. Competing in the ultra-competitive Rotax Junior class was a quartet of pilots, as Oliver Askew, Alex Keyes, Angus Hunt and Alex Hornborg would look to end off the series strong. While only one driver can win, that honor was given to Askew has he dominated the Rotax Junior class throughout the weekend.
After scoring the pole position for Sunday's racing action, Askew claimed the fourth place starting spot for Saturday but would look to move forward. After claiming the second position in the heat race, Askew went on to take the lead at the drop of the green flag for the main event and never looked back. Leading all twenty-four laps and scoring the fastest lap of the race, Askew scored his first career Florida Winter Tour win.
Starting from the pole position on Sunday, Askew scored a perfect day taking the heat race win, main event victory and fastest race lap to score maximum points on the day. With the pair of victories, the Floridian pilot claimed the second position in the overall championship.
Michigan resident Alex Keyes did not have the best of luck in Ocala as multiple incidents hindered any chances at a good result. Though the 14-year old driver managed to make both main events, contact throughout the finals would force him to retire early with a pair of 31st place results.
Fellow Floridian pilot Alex Hornborg would have a great showing in Saturday's racing action as he claimed the 17th place position while Georgia's Angus Hunt garnered a 19th place result on Sunday.
Ocala Gran prix's other race win came at the hands of two-time Florida Winter Tour Rotax Junior champion Nick Neri as he took the top honors in Sunday's Rotax Senior category. Jumping out to the lead early, Neri led all twenty-four laps as he stole the show. The race win made up for a disappointing result on Saturday as Neri was removed from the results after failing a controversial post-race technical inspection after claiming the second position on track.
Also competing in the Rotax Senior category was Miami-area driver Andrew Evans. Looking to utilize his experience of the OGP facility, Evans had his best result at this year's Florida Winter Tour on Saturday with a solid fourteenth place finish. Looking to improve on Sunday, Evans could only manage a 26th place finish.
Rotax Masters competitor Jason Bell entered the final weekend of action with a shot at the title. With a stout field of competitors, Bell garnered the third step on the podium on Saturday but ran into severe trouble on Sunday. After claiming the pole position for Sunday's festivities earlier in the weekend, Bell would make contact with a fellow competitor on the opening laps and be forced to retire from the heat race. Starting from the tail of the field, Bell worked his way forward to claim an impressive twelfth place result but came just short of the overall series crown.
Another driver scoring his best Florida Winter Tour results to date was the young Enzo Fittipaldi. After running inside the top twenty at the opening two rounds, Fittipaldi jumped into the top ten during the final rounds claiming a ninth place finish on Saturday and a fourteenth place result on Sunday in the Rotax Mini Max class.
The young Mathias Ramirez would be Ocala Gran Prix's sole entry in the Rotax Micro Max class as he would see battle against a host of seven to eleven year olds. Working with the OGP team personnel, Ramirez scored a solid eighth place result on Saturday but would falter slightly on Sunday to finish 16th.
Arellano added, "I am happy that this year's Florida Winter Tour is over. Though we had some great results and memories that will last a while, it is time for me to give my guys a break and regroup as we work towards a busy summer season."
For more information on Ocala Grand Prix, OGP race team opportunities and info on how to get into karting, please visit Ocala Gran Prix online at www.OcalaGranPrix.com or contact Kyle Kraus at 352.291.0600 (Kyle@OcalaGranPrix.com) or Mike Maurini at 317.270.8723 (Mike@RaceTechDevelopment.com).
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October 14, 2011
Slideshow: Slideshow: Images of Danica's life on, off track
Danica Patrick is expanding her repertoire from the IRL to NASCAR.
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VIDEO: Electric motorcycles chasing around parking lot.
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The other day, a friend was up visiting for our local EV club meeting and brought his home-converted lithium Suzuki. I strapped a camera...
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Setting up for Corners Mid-Flight
Saving time on the track is always a priority. If you can master a technique to get faster, you better take advantage of it. When things get tight during racing, it’s the little things that add up and make a big difference in the end, especially if you can set up for corner more efficiently. [...]
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3rd Annual FMX Psycho Tour
Check some photos from the 3rd Annual FMX Psycho Tour that went on this past weekend in Puerto Rico.
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Vettel says pressure is still on
Sebastian Vettel says he and Red Bull will still put pressure on themselves to do the best possible job despite having wrapped up the drivers' championship in the previous race. The German clinched his second title in a row at Suzuka last weekend, while Red Bull looks set to secure the constructors' crown this weekend in Korea
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DEGRAND AT FWT FINALE IN OCALA
J3 Competition/Kosmic driver places second and fourth in stacked Rotax Senior fieldOcala, FL - The Ocala Gran Prix facility in Ocala, Florida has been a favorable destination for American karting star Tristan DeGrand. This past weekend (March 25-27), the Florida Winter Tour Rotax Max Challenge held its series finale at the 1/2-mile circuit with DeGrand making his second start in the Rotax Senior category. Following last month’s top-10 performances and visiting a facility he has gained a lot of success at, DeGrand entered the event with strong confidence of recording the best results possible. Tristan accomplished that feat by standing on the podium following Saturday’s round of action and missing out Sunday by just one position.
With the large entry numbers for the event, the FWT program holds their qualifying sessions on Friday afternoon. Sunday’s round six session took place first during the afternoon with DeGrand posting a 36.664-lap to place eighth overall - just over one tenth off the pole position. Later that day, qualifying for Saturday’s round five events took place with DeGrand gaining a tenth of a second (36.569) to sit fifth overall - still just one tenth out of the fast time in a field of 38 drivers.
“I was excited to return to Ocala and repeat my results from 2009. We worked really hard in both West Palm and Ocala to find a good setup,” commented DeGrand, looking back on the weekend. “The track proved more difficult in Ocala. During the second qualifying session, we seemed to find a better setup and I managed to increase my pace in the second qualifying session from the first qualifying session on Friday.”
Following a warm-up session Saturday morning, DeGrand set up in grid spot five for the 18-lap Prefinal. Avoiding any opening lap incident, Tristan was comfortable in the lead group. The comfort did not last long as the group began shuffling around for position. At the checkered flag, DeGrand was able to hold on to his fifth position, where he started the race, to place him at the favorable inside of row three to start the Final. Another solid start put DeGrand in the third position after completing the first lap, trailing the top two drivers. The 24-lap run saw Tristan hold onto their draft but unable to make any advancement, crossing the line in third position. Following post-race inspection, the second place driver was found to be improper, thus moving DeGrand to the second spot on the podium in just his third Rotax Senior start.
Sunday’s action began poorly for DeGrand, right from the drop of the green flag. Through the opening lap, Tristan was involved in an incident that sent him back to the 22nd position the first time across the scoring stripe. As he showed in Palm Beach, DeGrand was capable of regaining his lost positions. After 18 laps, DeGrand was shown in the 13th spot. The good news was his inside starting position of the seventh row. Through the opening lap of the Final, DeGrand was able to avoid the early carnage and break into the top-10. DeGrand was on the tail-end of a seven kart pack that trailed the leader. The group shuffled positions throughout the closing laps with DeGrand able to capitalize and move up to the fourth spot with two laps to go. Unable to overtake for third place, DeGrand crossed the line in the fourth spot to complete a double top-five weekend performance.
“I am very proud of the team as they worked very hard to get these results,” continued DeGrand. “I’m happy to have improved on my performance from West Palm Beach and standing on the podium in just my second weekend in the Senior class is a true thrill. Thank you to team manager Justin Stefani and the rest of the crew at J3 Competition for all their hard work.”
The 15-year old will return to the state of Florida on April 8-10 for the first event of the Rotax Pan American Challenge, set for the Homestead Karting facility south of downtown Miami. Tristan would like to thank his sponsors - J3 Competition, Supertune USA, Alpinestars, Pro Am Golf, Inc. and Thinkglobale Inc. - for their support. Additional information on Tristan DeGrand can be found on his personal website - degrandracing.com .”
About Tristan DeGrand:
Eureka, Missouri’s Tristan DeGrand has grown to be one of the rising stars in North American karting. Getting his start in the sport at age 7, DeGrand was among the best at a young age. After establishing his name in the Cadet ranks, he matured in the last three seasons in the Junior category. DeGrand was crowned the 2009 KF3 North American champion and competed in Europe in 2010. The highlight of last season came at in WSK World Series when DeGrand stood on the KF3 podium at the United States round to become the first American to stand on the series podium. For 2011, DeGrand is focused on competing in the Rotax division throughout the USA, including the Florida Winter Tour and Rotax Pan American Challenge in addition to the WSK Nations Cup in Canada.
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Ryan Dungey’s Blog: 2011 Dallas Supercross
After another wild weekend in Toronto, the 2011 AMA Supercross Championship changed dramatically as some of the top contenders were hit with some misfortune. I was able to get the start that I needed and ultimately won my first race of the season, which felt amazing. Based on what happened behind me, I also ended [...]
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