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VIR–A whole new track
Virginia International Raceway has a well deserved reputation as one of the great road courses in the United States. I have enjoyed many track days there since 2000 and hope to continue to. Over the years there have been a… Continue reading
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Pulling the Plug on an Icon
It looks like if you wish to own a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution you had better start looking for one as Automotive News reports that it is the end of a long line of Evolutions. It began in 1992 and was… Continue reading
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Unreal Memories–Michael Paul Smith
Looking at his photos you will be certain that he discovered a stash of photographs in a shoe box hidden in an attic of an old house that was about to be torn down or perhaps discovered in an old… Continue reading
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Another Bullitt Mustang Project Car
Ford produced the Mustang back in 1964 and it kicked off the era of the pony car. Soon Chevy had the Camaro and Pontiac had a Firebird, followed by Mopar’s Barracuda. Carol Shelby was tapped to produce a performance version… Continue reading
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Robotic Gas Pump–Coming Soon?
In the old days, prior to 1972, you would pull into a filling station and a person would come out and greet you. They would ask how much and what type of gasoline you wished to purchase. They would pump… Continue reading
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The New 2014 Formula One Season
The changes to F1 this year are enormous. Smaller turbo engines and a completely new ERS (energy recovery systems) that mean far different braking, and much more torque. The aerodynamics have been changed with smaller front wings, DRS (drag recovery… Continue reading
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Why Are Things Like This?
Obviously I don’t know how much you fly. No, I mean in aircraft. While I spend a good deal of my travel time inside a car or truck there are those times when I must submit myself to the indignities… Continue reading
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PRI 2013–what it was
First of all it was terrific. It is nice to see it back in Indianapolis. Sure its colder than Orlando, FL. but come on, for the US this is the heart of racing. So here are some more photos of… Continue reading
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PRI Kicks Off
The day started with a breakfast with thousands in attendance. The governor of Indiana showed up and expressed his welcoming good wishes as well as Indiana’s recognition of the importance of racing to its economy and success as the world… Continue reading
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PRI–Performance Racing Industry 2013
This morning I arose at the crack of dawn (or a little before) and headed for the airport and caught a flight to Indianapolis, Indiana, for this year’s PRI. Prior to be acquired by SEMA last year it was known… Continue reading
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