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1998 Panoz Q9: A hybrid race car ahead of its time
At next month's 12 Hours of Sebring, Corsa Motorsports will be debuting it's new Zytek hybrid drive LMP1 car, but this is far from the first hybrid race car in the American Le Mans Series. Back in 1998, the Panoz GTR-1 was nearing the end of its life-cycle as a competitive race car. As a last hur. . .
Found : on 17/2/09.
Spy shots: 2010 BMW X5 M in Le Mans Blue
We have brought you spy shots of the upcoming BMW X5 M since last summer. This time the M version of the X5 was spotted winter testing in Sweden. So far all the models spotted have been in black, but this time the car is in blue. IF we are correct it is the BMW’s [...]
Found : on 14/2/09.
Audi R15 TDI: Spy shots!
Here are the first spy shots of Audi's next-generation LMP1 LeMans racer, the Audi R15 TDI. This vehicle is set to replace the venerable and almost unstoppable Audi R10 TDI Le Mans racer. Details, as well as full-sized photos, are scarce but the R15's full details will come out tomorrow when Au. . .
Found : on 13/2/09.
Audi R15 TDI Le Mans Racer Revealed Early [Spy Photos]
Those tricky folks at Autosport magazine have revealed the first small image of the Audi R15 TDI LMP1 racer, set to debut at this year's 12 Hours of Le Mans. This vehicle is set to replace the...
Found : on 12/2/09.
Audi: The making of Truth in 24 Le Mans documentary
We found a very nice backstory of the the making of Audi's block-busting Le Mans documentary "Truth in 24". A must read for all Audi lovers! The idea of communicating Audi?s illustrious motorsports endeavors on a broader scale began just days after Keogh began his position at Audi. Fresh off a s. . .
Found : on 11/2/09.
Audi R15 TDI to Make Race Debut in 12 Hours of Sebring
Audi will introduce two new R15 TDI race cars at the 12 Hours of Sebring on March 21. The company sees the race as a demanding test and dress rehearsal for the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June.
Found : on 11/2/09.
Peugeot confirms 2 908 HDi racers for Sebring
Filed under: Diesel, Hybrid, Acura, Audi, Peugeot, RacingThe top LMP1 class is shaping to be a real battle royale at next month's 12 Hours of Sebring. Peugeot has confirmed that it will be campaigning two of its diesel-powered 908 HDi coupes at the American Le Mans Series season opener. The Peuge. . .
Found : on 11/2/09.
GM racing manager proud to be building a greener Corvette
Filed under: Ethanol, Chevrolet, Lightweight, Racing Click the GT1 Corvette C6R for a high res gallery from the 2008 Detroit Sports Car Challenge Last year, at the same press conference where American Le Mans Series CEO Scott Atherton announced the Green Challenge, Chevrolet general manager Ed Pe. . .
Found : on 8/2/09.
The 1980 Porsche 924: Kicks Ass At Le Mans, Hauls Your Scuba Gear [Classic Ad Watch]
Here's what appears to be a late-night German infomercial for the 1980 Porsche 924 and 924 Turbo. Outdoorsy young Porsche owners, dedicated Porsche factory workers, and Porsche Le Mans racers all...
Found : on 4/2/09. Rated 6 of 10.
Michelin signs on as title sponsor of ALMS Green Challenge
Filed under: MPG, RacingThe American Le Mans Series launched its Green Challenge last fall at the Petit Le Mans race at Road Atlanta. For 2009, ALMS is making it a season-long fixture. Today in Washington, D.C., ALMS CEO Scott Atherton announced that the French tire maker Michelin has signed on a. . .
Found : on 3/2/09.
Aston Martin LMP1
British firm pulls the wraps of its stunning 2009 Le Mans challenger.
Found : on 27/1/09.
Aston Martin Builds Two New Factory LMP1 Cars To Tackle Le Mans [Racing News]
Aston Martin is prepping two factory-backed Gulf-liveried works LMP1 to fight for overall finish at 24 Hours of Le Mans. The last time they managed this was 50 years ago. Can they do it again? Aston...
Found : on 28/1/09.
Aston Martin Reveal First Details of 24 Hour Le Mans Challenger
Aston Martin's 2009 Le Mans challenger has been prepped to win the famous race this year. AM reckon they can do it again, just like Carroll Shelby did it in 1959.
Found : on 28/1/09.
Acura to Enter LMP1 Class in 2009 American Le Mans Series
With virtually every automaker cutting back on their motorsports programs, a bit of good news was released today as Acura announced plans to enter the LMP1 class in 2009 American Le Mans racing series.
Found : on 28/1/09.
AutoblogGreen movie review: [w/VIDEO]
Filed under: Diesel, Audi, Racing2008 marked the tenth year of Audi's Le Mans racing program and in that time the company has become one of the most successful manufacturers of all time in that category. To mark its tenth year - and the final year of the R10 TDI - as the factory representative in. . .
Found : on 25/1/09.
Audi R10 TDI not done yet; two will run in private hands in Europe
Filed under: Diesel, Audi, RacingFollowing the close of the 2008 racing season, Audi announced that after three years competition in North America and Europe, the groundbreaking R10 TDI would be retired. At the time of the December announcement, the German company declared that the cars would not. . .
Found : on 23/1/09.
Audi: Awesome Truth in 24 movie coming to ESPN
Audi's awesome 24h Le Mans documentary called "Truth in 24" is coming to ESPN, make sure to watch! The story of Audi's 2008 effort at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Truth in 24 provides a very rare glimpse behind the scenes as Audi Motorsport prepares for, competes in, and ultimately wins the world's. . .
Found : on 15/1/09.
Corvette-Engined Formula Le Mans LMP2 Racer Makes Angry Noises [Racing News]
GM?s venerable small-block LS3 from the 2009 Corvette/2010 Camaro SS has found its way under the rear bodywork of a new Formula Le Mans prototype. Click below to see and hear the beast in action. ...