Thursday, June 23, 2011

Red Bull to pull plug on Cup team

Red Bull is set to leave the Sprint Cup series at the end of the season but the team it owns is looking for investors to keep the outfit afloat. A story from the Associated Press on Monday stated that an official from Red Bull informed industry leaders of the decision at Michigan International Speedway on Sunday. Later a statement from the team all but confirmed the report.

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/nascar-news/nascar/red-bull-to-pull-plug-on-cup-team/

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Clint Bowyer Leads Cheerios Walk Across Golden Gate Bridge

Infineon Raceway SONOMA, Calif. (June 22, 2011) PHOTOS BY MIKE DORAN Race fans got their hearts pumping in advance of this weekend's NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Infineon Raceway on Wednesday with a leisurely stroll across the world-famous Golden...

Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2011/06/clint_bowyer_leads_cheeri.php

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Tony Stewart ? Being a Centrist Proves Successful in Sonoma

2011 NSCS Tony Stewart - Photo Credit: Chris Graythen/Getty Images for NASCARKANNAPOLIS, N.C., (June 22, 2011) ? Being a centrist pays dividends in politics, as you can court votes from the left and the right. And it helps to be a centrist in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series too, for having the proper balance between...more»

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Ricky Stenhouse Jr., No. 6 RickyvsTrevor.com Ford Mustang Road America Preview

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. – Bucyrus 200 ADVANCE Team: No. 6 RickyvsTrevor.com Ford Mustang Crew Chief: Mike Kelley Chassis: RK-659 THE STATS Date Event S F Laps Status Winnings 6-19-10 Bucyrus 200 16 26 49/50 Running $14,285 Races Wins Top-5s Top-10s Money Cumulative 1 0 0 0 $14,285 THE QUOTES Ricky Stenhouse Jr., No. 6 RickyvsTrevor.com...more»

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Michelisz penalised for collision

Norbert Michelisz has been handed a 30-second penalty by race stewards following the second World Touring Car Championship race at Brno.

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/other-news/touring-cars/wtcc/michelisz-penalised-for-collision/

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Earnhardt, Jr., Makes Aug. 27 Appearance at Bristol Motor Speedway?s AMP Energy Club

Bristol Motor Speedway 50th AnniversaryBRISTOL, Tenn. (Wednesday, June 22, 2011) ? NASCAR?s eight-time most popular driver and the sport?s preeminent track ? it is a combination that always makes for a spectacular race weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway. AMP Energy/National Guard driver Dale Earnhardt Jr., certainly will amp up the crowd at the World?s Fastest...more»

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Toyota to reveal GRMN Hybrid concept at N�rburgring 24

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Toyota is set to pull the sheets back on a new convertible sports hybrid at this year's Nurburgring 24-Hour endurance race. Co-developed by Gazoo Racing, the GRMN Hybrid Concept II is a slightly updated version of the concept that Toyota displayed at the 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon.

With its gasoline engine mounted mid-ship and a hybrid all-wheel-drive system, the GRMN should deliver drivers plenty of grip and excellent balance as well. Total combined output sits at 295 horsepower, with 245 ponies coming from the gasoline V6 and another 50 arriving via an electric motor. That motor supplies power to the two front wheels only.

The automaker says the machine weighs in at less than 3,300 lbs, though there's no indication as to what sort of fuel economy to expect from the drop-head. So, when can you buy one? We wouldn't hold our breath. With its wild looks and pricey all-wheel-drive system, it'll be a cold day in Toyota City before the GRMN lands on dealer lots. Hit the jump for the press release.

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Red Bull reportedly out of NASCAR after 2011 season

Source: http://www.skirtsandscuffs.com/2011/06/red-bull-reportedly-out-of-nascar-after.html

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NASCAR - Sprint Cup - Toyota/Save Mart 350 Preview

Source: http://www.newsobserver.com/2011/06/21/1291329/nascar-sprint-cup-toyotasave-mart.html

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Wednesday, June 22, 2011

The Continental: Remnants of the Evil Past, Audi?s R8 GT Spyder, and the New ?Fiat? Dodge Journey

Each week, our German correspondent slices and dices the latest rumblings, news, and quick-hit driving impressions from the other side of the pond. His byline may say Jens Meiners, but we simply call him . . . the Continental. Little over 20 years after reunification, just 45,488 vehicles from the former communist East Germany still [...]

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Kenseth Grabs Second, Edwards Fifth at Michigan

FORD Racing Michigan, Sun, Jun 19, 2011 Ford Racing Finishing Order: 2nd Matt Kenseth 5th Carl Edwards 13th AJ Allmendinger 15th Greg Biffle 16th Trevor Bayne 20th David Ragan 23rd Marcos Ambrose 29th David Gilliland 31st Travis Kvapil 32nd Mike...

Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2011/06/kenseth_grabs_second_edwa.php

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Brad Lander: PPW Redesign Process Was Open, Transparent, and Democratic

Before today’s proceedings in Brooklyn Supreme Court, Council Member Brad Lander led a rally in support of the Prospect Park bike lane out in front of the court building, explaining the lengthy public process that preceded the installation of the redesign. Streetfilms’ Robin Smith brings us the highlights.
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Source: http://www.streetsblog.org/2011/06/22/brad-lander-ppw-redesign-process-was-open-transparent-and-democratic/

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Red Bull Rundown: Ill-Fated Pit Stop, Caution Rob Red Bull Team of Top Finish at Michigan

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Lotus pledges to learn from Canada

Team Lotus boss Tony Fernandes says the squad must learn from the Montreal mistakes that saw it squander a chance to snatch an upset result in the mixed conditions a week ago. Although wet weather often allows underdog teams a chance to shine, rather than attacking those in front, Lotus found itself behind Hispania and Virgin at the end of the Canadian Grand Prix, following strategic misjudgements, an errant pitstop by Heikki Kovalainen, and problems with both cars. Kovalainen ultimately had to retire, while Jarno Trulli came home 16th.

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/formula-one-news/f1-formula-one-news/lotus-pledges-to-learn-from-canada/

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Yamaha aims to pressure Stoner

Yamaha team manager Wilco Zeelenberg says his squad is looking forward to giving chase to Casey Stoner and putting the Honda rider under pressure after Jorge Lorenzo lost his championship lead by crashing at Silverstone. Lorenzo had been clinging on to a narrowing points cushion as Stoner took a string of wins, but when the Spaniard fell in the wet British Grand Prix and the Australian went on to win, Stoner pulled 18 points clear in the standings.

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/other-news/motorcycles/motogp/yamaha-aims-to-pressure-stoner/

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Jason Leffler, No. 38 Great Clips Chevrolet Impala Road America News and Notes

No. 38 Great Clips Chevrolet Impala - Photo Credit: Chris Graythen / Getty Images for NASCARJASON LEFFLER QUICK FACTS No. 38 Great Clips Impala Road America Bucyrus 300 June 25, 2011 No. 38 Great Clips Chevrolet News and Notes - Leffler’s road course stats… Despite his nickname (“Lefturn”), Leffler has had some impressive runs at...more»

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Haryanto claims first Auto GP pole

DAMS driver Rio Haryanto secured his first series pole position in qualifying for the Auto GP races at Brno. Haryanto, who made his debut in the series this year at the first event at Monza, set a fastest lap of 1m42.985s - just over five hundredths of a second faster than long-time session leader Luca Filippi's 1m43.040s. In an attempt to leapfrog the series debutant in the closing moments of qualifying, Filippi pushed too much on his final run, ran wide at Turn 6 and spun his Super Nova Racing entry out of contention.

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/3rdparty/haryanto-claims-first-auto-gp-pole/

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Michael McDowell, No. 18 Pizza Ranch Toyota Camry Road America Preview

Pizza Ranch RacingMichael McDowell / No. 18 Pizza Ranch Toyota Preview Bucyrus 200 at Road America No. 18 Pizza Ranch Toyota News & Notes: � ?RIGHTS AND LEFTS? A RIGHT FIT FOR McDOWELL: Many people know Michael McDowell for his near rookie season ARCA Championship, his horrifying Sprint Cup Series wreck at Texas Motor Speedway...more»

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Franchitti on top in second session

Dario Franchitti and Scott Dixon put Ganassi first and second in IndyCar morning practice at the Milwaukee Mile. The duo set their best times early on their opening runs of the day, and remained out of the competition's reach for the rest of the hour. Tony Kanaan had a strong run for KV Racing in third place, with Helio Castroneves the top Penske driver in fourth and Ryan Hunter-Reay Andretti Autosport's lead runner in fifth.

Source: http://www.iracing.com/inracingnews/indycar-news/indycar/franchitti-on-top-in-second-session/

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