Racing

  • An Afternoon with Sam Posey

    He’s a man with many talents and you might say has everything, including Parkinson’s. I have two books by Sam.  Mudge Pond Express, an autobiography published in 1976; and Where the Writer Meets the Road, a compilation of his writings,… Continue reading

    An Afternoon with Sam Posey
  • 24 Hour ChumpCar Racing at VIR

    As I wound my way to Virginia yesterday I thought about the excitement of going back to one of my favorite tracks, Virginia International Raceway.  It is just about a half mile over the North Carolina border, but it takes… Continue reading

    24 Hour ChumpCar Racing at VIR
  • Taggart Autosport–in Cary, NC

    Tonight we attended the grand opening of Taggart Autosport in Cary, NC.  While Jim Taggart has occupied this 20,000 square foot facility for the past six months, this was the first time that everything was put together for a truly… Continue reading

    Taggart Autosport–in Cary, NC
  • Indy 500 2015–flipping with the stars

    With Formula 1 evolving its way into becoming a spec series with a hierarchy, it is time to turn our eyes to the Indy series and the Indy 500 race where the month of May is reserved for the teams… Continue reading

    Indy 500 2015–flipping with the stars
  • Formula 1 for 2015–what???

    Formula 1 is never without controversy, but this past weekend leads one to wonder – what’s the point? I can understand that Mercedes is enjoying being top dog.  Who wouldn’t?  But to dominate to such a degree and block all… Continue reading

    Formula 1 for 2015–what???
  • PRI 2014–the People

    Yes, its all about racing and parts and cars, but there are plenty of things about the PEOPLE at the PRI show as well.  Sometimes its just the unbelievable number of people at the show: As you walk along you… Continue reading

    PRI 2014–the People
  • PRI 2014–Some Gems

    Here is where I open myself up to more criticism than usual. As I’ve wandered the exhibition floors and hallways I have come across booths where there are things that catch my eye and impress me.  They may not be… Continue reading

    PRI 2014–Some Gems
  • PRI 2014- Snake and Mongoose

    Attendees gathered anxiously for the opening breakfast of this year’s PRI in Indianapolis. The doors to the Sagamore ballroom opened early and everyone found a place to enjoy the complementary breakfast that was followed by a rousing bit of entertainment… Continue reading

    PRI 2014- Snake and Mongoose
  • What Can We Learn From the Russian GP?

    After watching Nico Rossberg travel one lap on flat-spotted tires (tyres), changing to a new set and being able to complete the race with no more tire changes you have to wonder just how much are tires rigged to wear… Continue reading

    What Can We Learn From the Russian GP?
  • A Big 3 Day Weekend at VIR

    Virginia International Raceway has opened up the full course track to host several great events this Friday through Sunday. The SportsCar Vintage Racing Association has come to VIR and brought along several classic vintage race cars. This Saturday I spent… Continue reading

    A Big 3 Day Weekend at VIR