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Juha Kankkunen wins the Rally of Portugal Revival 2010 with ASM Motorsport
Four time world rally champion, Juha Kankkunen and his equally legendary co-driver, Nicky Grist, put in a dominant display at the Rally of Portugal Revival 2010, winning the event by over three minutes.
The championship winning …
Scheckter’s spin causes massive pile up at British Grand Prix 1973
Jody Scheckter spins during the first lap of the British Grand Prix and the ensuing eleven car pile-up goes down in history as one of Formula Ones biggest crashes.
Brabham driver Andrea de Adamich from Italy, …
You were there: 24 hours of Le Mans 1988
The Le Mans 24 hours is on again next weekend with a Jaguar competing for the first time since 1993, when John Nielsen , David Coulthard and David Brabham “won” the Grand Touring Category in …
Video Documentary: Love, Speed and Loss
I just received an email alerting me to this stunning documentary about the life of Kiwi Grand Prix racer Kim Newcombe. It’s a world class film and one that will leave you touched and saddened …
Kevin Cogan: 1989 Indy 500 crash
Kevin Cogan didn’t have much luck at the Indy 500.
He was involved in the famous start crash in 1982, that took out two of the biggest names in US motor racing, Mario Andretti and AJ …
Interview: Jim Rathmann talks about winning the 1960 Indy 500
The 1960 Indy 500 featured a massive duel between American stars Jim Rathmann and Rodger Ward. In this interview the two protagonists discuss their epic battle.
After starting in the middle of the first row, Rathmann …
Video Documentary: Freddie Spencer Explains the Art of Motorcycle Racing
Two time 500cc world champion Freddie Spencer features in this excellent three part documentary, covering all aspects of motorcycle racing.
The information is pitched at people who don’t know too much about bike racing, however it …
Webber Ends 51 Year Monaco Drought
“This is such a drivers’ circuit; such a test for us all” – Mark Webber
How right he was! Despite a dominant pole position, the 2010 Monaco Grand Prix demanded a long day at the office …
Video: Jackie Stewart on Murray Walker’s F1 Greats
This segment of Murray Walker’s F1 Greats follows Jackie Stewart’s Formula One career, with insights from Jackie on his most memorable races and key events and turning points in his career.
Jackie Stewart was known for …
The Isle of Man on-board with the Man himself: Joey Dunlop
This three part clip features a short interview and then a full on-board lap of the Isle of Man track with commentary from Joey Dunlop, the master of the Isle of Man.
Book Review: Road Racing- Drivers of the 60s and 70s
I have just been sent a copy of Road Racing- Drivers of the 60s and 70s by Linda Weldon and it’s a cracker.
Linda was clearly more interested in capturing the personalities and expressions of the …
Video: Group B Rally monsters
Take a moment to enjoy this stirring video featuring those fire breathing Group B rally monsters of the 1980s.
The beginning and end of this video features Ari Vatanen talking about the crash that almost took …
Grand Prix Gold: San Marino 1985
How many world championship grands prix can you recall that were won by a driver who didn’t lead a single lap? One such event took place 25 years ago this week at the Autodromo Enzo …
Roger Barker: The Man Who Charmed A Town
Australian motorcycle enthusiasts usually don’t need a second invitation to visit a pub. So if you’re planning a trip to Germany, consider the Hotel Luginsland. It’s in the pretty German village of the same name, …
Tasman Series Photo Gallery: 1967 – 1969
Here are some wonderful images from the Tasman Series from 1967 – 1969 by photographer Brian McInerney.
They are an absolute treat, because this is the first time they have been published in any medium for …
