Source: http://www.skirtsandscuffs.com/2011/10/why-i-love-nascar-ryan-newman.html
Vitaly Petrov* Alfredo Piàn Francois Picard Ernie Pieterse Paul Pietsch
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Model car world paint
I am using MCW paint for the first time. Should I wet sand between coats or just save it for the last coat? Also should I use a clear coat after my wet sanding in the end?
Source: http://cs.scaleautomag.com/SCACS/forums/thread/983339.aspx
Kurt Ahrens Jr Christijan Albers Michele Alboreto Jean Alesi Jaime Alguersuari
Monday, October 24, 2011
With Respects to Marco Simoncelli
Yamaha Racing Grand Prix of Malaysia Sunday, Oct 23, 2011 Yamaha wish to convey the deepest heartfelt condolences and sympathies to the family, friends and colleagues of Marco Simoncelli following the tragic accident today at the Grand Prix of Malaysia....
Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2011/10/with_respects_to_marco_si.php
Mike Taylor Trevor Taylor Marshall Teague Shorty Templeman Max de Terra
Loeb clinches victory in Spain
Sebastien Loeb will take an eight-point lead into the World Rally Championship decider in Wales next month after clinching victory in Spain.
Kimi Räikkönen Hernando da Silva Ramos PierreHenri Raphanel Dick Rathmann Jim Rathmann
2013 Audi A4 Allroad Quattro Spied: New Lights, a New Grille, and a New Market
A friendly reminder to be excited about the A4 Allroad coming to the U.S. Audi will be debuting a face-lifted 2012 A4 in the next few weeks (the car will be a 2013 in the U.S.), and the Allroad Quattro, its high-riding most-terrain wagon derivative, will get the same updates as the sedan and normal-ride-height [...]
Nino Vaccarella Bob Veith Jos Verstappen Sebastian Vettel Gilles Villeneuve
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Ferrari FF to Appear in Neiman Marcus Christmas Book
Past Neiman Marcus Christmas catalogs have contained vehicles as varied as the retro-mod dud of a Thunderbird, the Jaguar XJL Supercharged, and the Camaro SS convertible. Pulling product from across the pond after last year?s bowtie adventure, this year’s book will contain the Ferrari FF?a special-edition FF, of course. The stuff? A unique shade of [...]
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Gunnar Nilsson Hideki Noda Rodney Nuckey Robert OBrien Pat OConnor
Vettel set for titles aplenty
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?Here, after all, is a young man, already dubbed ?Baby Schumi? by Germany?s tabloid press, winning the first of what will presumably be multiple world championships, and all at the tender age of 23. Plenty of time yet to match Schumacher's incredible haul of seven world titles. And yet, their phenomenal ability to drive racing cars apart, there is little similarity between the two men. ?There are still lingering doubts over his racing ability but with such blistering qualifying pace he is nearly always leading from the front anyway. Vettel is set for multiple world championships. Just don?t call him Baby Schumi.?The Guardian?s Paul Weaver says it was difficult to begrudge Vettel his moment of glory after he won the first of what will be many world titles. He also looks back at some of the season?s highlights.
?An amazing Formula One season produced its final twist here on Sunday when Sebastian Vettel, who had never led the title race, won his first world championship. It is difficult to begrudge him his glory, for he had more poles (10) than any other driver and shared the most wins (five) with Fernando Alonso. There will be red faces as well as red cars and overalls at Ferrari, though, for deciding to bring their man in when they did, only to see him re-emerge into heavy traffic. ?Among the highlights, and every race felt like a highlight after the bore-start in Bahrain, there was that wonderful beginning to his McLaren career by Jenson Button, who won two of his first four races, even though he couldn't keep up the pace, especially in qualifying. ?Hamilton once again drove his heart out, and outperformed a car that looked a little too ordinary at times. He was superb in Montreal. Then there was Webber, the Anglophile Aussie who was the favourite among most neutrals to win the title. There was that spectacular crash when he ran into the back of Heikki Kovalainen and the most famous of his four wins, at Silverstone, when he said to his team at the end of the race: 'Not bad for a No2 driver.' ?But in the end there was only one German who mattered. It was the remarkable Vettel. This will be the first of a clutch of championships for him.?The Independent?s David Tremayne focuses on the plight of the other title contenders, writing it is easier to feel more sorry for one than the other.
?It was impossible not to feel for both Webber and Alonso. Yet while a frustrated Alonso gestured at Petrov after the race, the Australian, predictably, refused to complain about his pitstop timing. ?A world championship seemed an inevitable part of Sebastian Vettel's future, but it came a little sooner than most expected, after his recent tribulations. You wouldn't bet against several more, and if that record-breaking streak continues, perhaps even Schumacher's achievements will be overshadowed.?And the Mirror?s Byron Young elaborates further on the petulant behaviour of Fernando Alonso on his slowing down lap after his title dreams ended behind the Renault of Vitaly Petrov.
?Fernando Alonso was hurled into more controversy last night for a wild gesture at the former Lada racer who cost him the title. But the Spaniard brushed off accusations he gave Russian Vitaly Petrov the finger for ruining his title hopes by blocking him for 40 laps as they duelled over sixth place. "The Ferrari ace was caught on television cruising alongside the Renault driver on the slowing down lap and gesticulating from the cockpit. Petrov was unrepentant: "What was I supposed to do? Just get out of his way, pull to the side? I don't think that is how we race. It was important for the team for me to get points."
Source: http://blogs.espnf1.com/paperroundf1/archives/2010/11/vettel_set_for_titles_aplenty_1.php
Eugene Martin Pierluigi Martini Jochen Mass Felipe Massa Cristiano da Matta
A day in the life of Jake Humphrey
Remarkably I managed to get through the past week in Singapore while tricking my body that I was still in Europe.
It may seem strange that I was eating muesli at two in the afternoon, feeling ready for lunch at eight in the evening and finishing the day by sharing some grub with Martin Brundle at three in the morning but it felt oddly routine.
For a variety of reasons this has quickly become my favourite race of the season. I think it is largely because the drivers, press officers, production team and everyone else are a little wired - slightly giddy because of the time difference. That creates an atmosphere totally unique to the Singapore GP.
The Singapore Grand Prix portrays a beautiful picture under the beaming floodlights. Photo: Getty
This is my working day, Singapore-style...
11am
Sunlight is coming through the curtains, while Beach Road in downtown Singapore is alive with commuters and passers-by. I try to ignore it and carry on dozing.
2pm
Time to start the day. Mine usually begins with a call to my wife Harriet, or my parents. If there is time, my favourite pastime is Skyping my niece and nephew. On a Saturday we would be gearing up for our qualifying show.
I much prefer writing scripts in the morning, possibly because my brain feels a little more alive at that time. That could be because of 10 years delivering the Eastern Daily Press to the locals of Upper Stoke Holy Cross.
Anyway, I'll start scripting the show and, at this point, I start clock-watching, working out how many hours until I'll be delivering these lines to a few million people. Once I've written a few links and given myself keywords to prompt me during interviews, it's time to get myself sorted.
I go through the running order and think about the guests we should try to get. I have to think what the stories are and the people you guys would like to hear from - plus the locations where we will be for each link. Everything has to be planned because we need permission from the teams to be live in their garages and to tell them the precise time we will be there.
That doesn't mean my ideas are final - the Editor, Mark Wilkin will have his own opinions and might not like my ideas.
Once I've scripted, showered and shaved, it's time to iron my 'show shirt'. I like to do this myself as I hate creases in them. This weekend I even ended up doing fellow presenter Lee McKenzie's ironing - don't ask!
3.30pm
Departure time. In Singapore it was �2 to get a cab to the circuit, which is far more appealing than walking, otherwise you end up looking like you've had a shower with your clothes on due to the humidity.
On Saturday I jumped in a cab with Rebekah, our Production Manager. While we were busy gossiping our poor driver took a wrong turn and we ended up on the other side of Marina Bay, seemingly unable to get back across the water.
On Sunday, I was the fool as I left my shoes in the hotel lobby. To make it worse I was wearing bright white trainers, which isn't very BBC Sport. Production coordinator Louise Elliott went back in a cab for me. I'll say it again - thanks Louise, I am an idiot.
4pm
Myself, senior producer Richard Carr, assistant editor Steve Aldous and film editor Mark Wilkin share our thoughts on the script. Once we've decided which drivers, team bosses and garages we want to get involved with, it's up to Steve to sort things out. With gentle persuasion, the odd reminder of a favour we are owed and some occasional begging, he makes it look easy.
Some people ask why we never speak to certain drivers and if we are biased against them. Often our first-choice driver turns us down, so we have to make a sudden change of plan. Sometimes we ask three or four teams before we get a 'Yes' to one of our requests.
6pm
David Coulthard, Eddie Jordan and Martin Brundle rock up. DC makes tea the most, Martin is the most punctual and Eddie probably misses one in every three meetings for some reason - but we let him off.
We then watch the various video pieces. Sometimes we collectively decide to make a change to one of them but very rarely is a glaring error spotted.
Once I say, "Ted Kravitz reports...", we usually have to sprint three garages down the pit-lane, find our next interviewee and check they are ready to go live. Mark will update the three of us as to whether we are over or under time - or if there is any breaking news while Richard Carr directs the cameras and Louise lets us know how long is left on the video.
The fact we have already seen it means we can reference back to it, or simply keep the chat along the right lines.
7pm
Out to the paddock to do a tech check with the crew. On Saturday, we walked live into McLaren. One of the crew realised he was the wrong side of the camera and had to make a dash to safety. You can watch the moment on iPlayer and see the flash of white as he athletically sprints out of, or rather into, shot.
These guys arrive days before us, set up the office, the communication links with the paddock, plug in the kettle and make sure that, when us creative types come up with a ludicrous idea to push the boundaries, that it can be achieved.
It hasn't gone unnoticed and no other F1 coverage has ever got so close to the action. You won't find better, harder-working pros.
8pm
Live to the nation! The final few seconds before we are on air never fail to be exhilarating, petrifying and surreal in equal measure.
10.30pm
The show is over and, after pre-recording a chat for BBC News and the trail you may often see on the BBC later that night, it's back to the office to think about the following day's race programme. We always discuss what worked, what didn't and what we could have done differently or better.
Midnight
We go through the video packages for the following day. I love the creativity and madness of the people who create these. The music is an important part of the show and can come from anywhere. I was running the track on Thursday and the Black Eyed Peas song Get Ready For The Showdown was on my playlist. We have now done over 50 Grand Prix on the BBC and these guys certainly haven't run out of ideas - or music.
3am
We have decided on the running order for Sunday, drunk enough tea to refresh an army and, despite how strange it feels, it is actually time to leave the track and head out for dinner.
At this point I usually ring my parents as I still like to get their feedback on the show and find out what's happening in Norwich. Missing loved ones and home is the only real negative of this job.
An average Singapore Grand Prix day ends with the team heading somewhere to grab some noodles and a beer. I wouldn't usually admit to drinking at four in the morning before a Grand Prix, but that's the beauty of this race - in reality it's only nine in the evening.
There are many similarities with every Grand Prix but this one is slightly different. It is more exciting and electric than normal.
As we draw near to the end of another season, let me place on record my thanks to all the guys who have worked on the BBC F1 output this year. I can honestly say that, despite all the well-publicised distractions of the past few months, our team have been as hard-working, professional and perhaps even a little more driven and keen for success than ever.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/jakehumphrey/2011/09/it_worked_remarkably_i_managed.html
Jimmy Reece Ray Reed Alan Rees Clay Regazzoni Carlos Reutemann
Friday, October 21, 2011
Hulkenberg for Force India in 2012?
The word on the street is that Force India will shortly confirm that Nico Hulkenberg will be the team’s second driver in 2012, alongside Paul di Resta. Sources suggest that the contract was signed earlier this week with Force India having an option for 2013. Adrian Sutil has been with the team for his entire [...]
Source: http://joesaward.wordpress.com/2011/10/21/hulkenberg-for-force-india-in-2012/
Philip FotheringhamParker AJ Foyt Giorgio Francia Don Freeland HeinzHarald Frentzen
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Button, Hamilton pay tribute to Dan Wheldon
Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton are among the many racing personalities to have paid tribute to Indy 500 winner Dan Wheldon, who died after a crash in Las Vegas on Sunday. Both of the McLaren drivers knew Wheldon from their … Continue reading 
Source: http://adamcooperf1.com/2011/10/17/button-hamilton-pay-tribute-to-dan-wheldon/
Neville Lederle Geoff Lees Gijs van Lennep Arthur Legat JJ Lehto
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Rennsport Trivia: Impossibly Cool Sports-Racer Edition
In the 1980s and 1990s, two of Porsche’s purpose-built sports racers effectively dominated IMSA GTP and FIA Group C Competition. The two cars?the 956 and 962?were virtually identical from the outside, and at speed, it’s often hard to tell them apart. Two twin giants. Both used a turbocharged flat-six and a wind-cheating, high-downforce body. There’s [...]
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Fernando Alonso Giovanna Amati George Amick Red Amick Chris Amon
Monday, October 17, 2011
Icelandic off-road company sets record South Pole crossing
Filed under: Motorsports, Truck, Toyota, Off-Road
Guinness recognized a new world record for the fastest overland journey to the South Pole this week. The expedition occurred in December 2010, when two modified Toyota Hilux trucks travelled 1,434 miles across the Antarctic High Plateau in 108 hours.
That the average speed for the trip was just over 13 miles per hour gives an indication of the extreme conditions the drivers faced, at altitudes up to two miles above sea level. The expedition was organized by the Kazakhstan National Geographic Society and The Antarctica Company, and included four members: Konstantin Orlov and Stanislav Makarenko from KNGS, Andrey Myller from TAC, and Hlynur Sigurdsson from Arctic Trucks - the off-road tuning company that built the vehicles.
Arctic Trucks used 170-horsepower, 3-liter turbodiesel Hiluxes for the expedition build, modified to carry a whopping 285 gallons of fuel, 74 in tanks and the rest in the bed. The Arctic Trucks Expedition AT44 gets its name from 44x18.5 tires fitted to 15-inch rims and run at tire pressures as low as 2 psi. The four-by-four ice-crawlers have five-speed automatic transmissions with part-time transfer cases and a 2.566:1 low gear. Besides carrying up to 1.3 tons, the trucks are equipped to tow an additional 1.5 tons on a trailer. The AT44 weighs in at 4,960 pounds and manages about 5 mpg in the Antarctic snow.
Read the full press release after the jump.
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Dave Charlton Pedro Matos Chaves Bill Cheesbourg Eddie Cheever Andrea Chiesa
Sunday, October 16, 2011
BREAKING: Chevrolet Finally Confirms New Colorado Pickup for U.S.
Ending speculation about its U.S. prospects, Chevrolet confirmed minutes ago that its new-gen Colorado pickup will be sold here. Unfortunately, speculation about everything else will continue: The company refused to make any other announcements regarding the American-market version, although documents surrounding GM’s recent UAW deal revealed plans to invest $380 million in the General’s Wentzville, [...]
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Mauri Rose Louis Rosier Ricardo Rosset Huub Rothengatter Basil van Rooyen
Edwards Sends Mustang to Victory Lane For 12th Time in 2011 With Dollar General 300 Win
FORD Racing Concord, North Carolina, October 14, 2011, Photos by Nigel Kinrade Autostock Ford Finishing Order: 1st - Carl Edwards 3rd - Trevor Bayne 9th - Ricky Stenhouse Jr. 21st - Timmy Hill 26th - Joey Gase 38th - Tim...
Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2011/10/edwards_sends_mustang_to.php
Luigi Villoresi Emilio de Villota Ottorino Volonterio Jo Vonlanthen Ernie de Vos
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Hamilton tops wet second practice
McLaren dominated the times for the second free practice session for the Korean Grand Prix as the second 90 minutes of running provided no more dry running than the first had. Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button were split by 0.104s, but the pair were 1.7s quicker than the rest of the field - headed by new double world champion Sebastian Vettel. The second session exploded into life as soon as the pitlane opened with all the vivacity the first practice had lacked.
Boy Hayje Willi Heeks Nick Heidfeld Theo Helfrich Mack Hellings
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
Tiff Needell Jac Nelleman Patrick Neve John Nicholson Cal Niday
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