Bridgestone has dropped a bombshell on the F1 world by announcing they will not be supplying tires for the championship after 2010. The announcement comes as the F1 season wrapped up its 2009 season in Abu Dhabi. The tire manufacturer stated that they will continue to support the teams through 2010 but indicated that the current impact of the continuing evolution of the business environment was the lead reason for the departure. Bridgestone also indicated that they were prepared to take their product to the next level in an attempt…
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Rally – Gronholm Looks at 2010 Options
The two time WRC champion Marcus Gronholm is said to be exploring options that would see him back in a car for more than one event in 2010. Gronholm performed in the Rally Portugal and was very quick until an incident seen him out of the rally early. Marcus stated during the rally Portugal that he did not want the responsibility of running a full rally season. Where have I heard that before Michael. At the moment, it would appear that Marcus is looking for two rallies including Sweden and…
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Le Mans – Nissan & Maserati Return
As the economic crisis continues to hurt the different Le Mans series across the globe, there is now news that the rules may change slightly to allow some GT1 cars into the field for the annual 24 hour race. Nissan and Maserati have had a long and impressive history in the 24 Hours of Le Mans sports car race, and they are now set to make a return under new guidance that looks to help the GT1 class and the field overall. The Autombile Club de l’Ouest will now allow…
Read MoreEpisode 13 – Open Paddock Podcast
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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadThis week we have Mike, John from Last Ditch and myself to discuss Rally Great Britain and over an hour of rally news. We also hit all of this week’s hot news and announce our first annual something…guess you will have to listen and find out! The show is long and we apologize but we are smooth sailing into the off season and we will work hard to bring you all the motorsport coverage you the fan deserve.
Read MoreRally – WRC to Propose 15 Round 2011
The ISC has come forward and announced plans to increase the WRC calendar to 15 rallies as opposed to the 12 we had this season. What is even more interesting is some of the reported locations the ISC are scoping out for these rounds… The WRC has been running redline all month with nothing but positive news coming from the series on a seemingly daily basis. Something the IndyCar series could learn about generating interest in your series, however that is for another day. The ISC has stated that they…
Read MoreRally – Day 1 of GB!
So it all comes down to this. One point separates the two title contenders and we are at the season finale, Rally Great Britain. Day 1 was everything I was hoping for and then some. The battle to this point is so intense its conclusion may lead to the destruction of planet earth! Sebastian Loeb currently leads day 1 of the rally by a very slim 5.3 seconds. Loeb began the day by winning the opening three stages with Hirvonen performing poorly. The stages were a nice gravel/mud mix with…
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F1 – Button/McLaren Picking up Steam
2009 has seen Jenson Button and Brawn GP rise from the ashes of Honda to claim both championships and impress the critics who it couldn’t happen. However, according to Motorsport.com, this match made in heaven may be over after only one year. Recent reports of a rift in the championship camp, and Martin Whitmarsh adding fuel to the fire may see the champ in at McLaren with fellow Brit Lewis Hamilton for an all British lineup. While this rumor has been out and about, only recently have comments from Martin…
Read MoreEpisode 12.1 – Open Paddock Podcast
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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadPlease join me as I welcome our resident rally champion to the show! John Cassidy, driver and owner for Last Ditch Racing. John and his team have captured the last three east regional championships including the 2009 crown. Tune in as we discuss the future of Rally America as well as John helps with questions regarding a certain Rally America driver that could be going to Europe. All this and a Great Britain preview as well. A special thanks to John and all the…
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