Auto Manufacturer Sponsorship of Motorsports Continues to Influence New Vehicle Purchases
Jul 4, 2012
Foresight Research released more results from its 2012 Automotive Marketing Communications Study ©. Automotive research specialists, Foresight interviewed 7,851 new vehicle buyers in the US, finding: Overall, 16% of buyers who attended a racing event stated it significantly or completely influenced their vehicle purch ... Continue reading
Motorsports Brands - Porsche 918 Spyder Concept Makes UK Debut At Goodwood
Jun 28, 2012
The Porsche 918 Spyder concept is making its UK public debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed today (June 28). ... Continue reading
Jun 12, 2012
As Michigan prepares for the upcoming Quicken Loans 400, select Walmart stores will offer authentic NASCAR merchandise and host exclusive fan events starting June 13. Customers are invited to attend these special events and enjoy a special appearance by Brad Keselowski, along with show car and simulator displays -- per ... Continue reading
Historics - Renault at Goodwood Festival Of Speed 2012
Jun 12, 2012
Renault is poised to be one of the most prominent car brands at this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed, with details announced today of its star-studded participation, featuring a plethora of iconic heritage cars, the latest performance models, two well-known motor sport legends, plus its stunning A110-50 concept car. ... Continue reading
Historics - Humble Classics Warm Winter Hearts At Shannons
Jun 7, 2012
Once-humble classics were in high demand at Shannons Melbourne Winter Classic Auction on June 4, with former entry-level cars and light commercial vehicles bringing top prices. ... Continue reading
Special Motorsports Event - Shannons 2 Days of Thunder in Qld
May 31, 2012
Queensland muscle car fans will get their first chance to see and hear Jim Richards' new V8 AMC Javelin driven in anger when he uncorks it over the Shannons 2 Days of Thunder weekend at Queensland Raceway from June 23-24. ... Continue reading
Motorsports Commentary - Sleeping With The Enemy
May 27, 2012
<b>by Rick Carlton â Senior Motorsports Editor</b> <p> Austin, May 25, 2012: While I appreciate successful decisions that drive motorsports businesses positively, I am particularly interested in evolutions that become troublesome, and subsequently fall into the category of having to deal with âunintended cons ... Continue reading
Automotive Historics - American Idol On The Block
May 23, 2012
An American idol born in the Great Depression will cross the block at Shannons Melbourne Winter Classic Auction on Monday, June 4. ... Continue reading
Performance Brands - Abarth Announces Price Of New 695 Maserati Edition
May 22, 2012
The new limited edition Abarth 695 Maserati Edition will cost £32,000 (OTR) when it goes on sale in the UK at the end of this year, the high performance brand has just announced. ... Continue reading
Race Preview Feature Five: A Monaco Story When Nico Met Mika
May 22, 2012
It's a scene that happens hundreds of thousands of times a day around the world: two people meet in a lift, greet each other and begin to chat about work and life. ... Continue reading
Porsche 918 Spyder Development Races Ahead +VIDEO
May 16, 2012
The Porsche 918 Spyder is on the road. Driving trials of the super sports car of the future has progressed a step further with completion of the initial prototypes. ... Continue reading
Motorsports Commentary - Really NASCAR? That Dog Won't Hunt
May 8, 2012
<b>by Rick Carlton - Senior Motorsports Editor</p> Austin, May 7, 2012: Last Saturday at Talladega, NASCAR finally stuck its fleshy parts in a hornet's nest, by declining an opportunity to fine Danica Patrick as a result of her flagrant wall slam of Sam Hornish at the finish of the Aaron's 312. NASCAR Robin Pemberton, ... Continue reading
May 6, 2012
Attendee Registration Open for Fourth International Motorsports Industry Show Hardcore Racing Tradeshow Set for Dec. 6-8 at Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis INDIANAPOLIS (May 4, 2012) - Attendee registration is now open for the fourth annual International Motorsports Industry Show (IMIS), set for Dec. 6-8 at t ... Continue reading
Motorsports Commentary - Finally Some Good News In IndyCar
May 2, 2012
Austin, May 1, 2012: Although I probably appear unimpressed by the quality of the recently reconstituted IndyCar to date, the truth is that I'm rooting for the series in the long term. Having watched various management 'teams' critically since the late 80s, IndyCar's administrations have been primarily populated by ego ... Continue reading
Motorsports Commentary - Tweet This - Would You Like Some Cheese To Go With That Whine?
Apr 29, 2012
<b>by Rick Carlton - Senior Motorsports Editor</b> <p> So, I get up this morning, brew my coffee, proceed to sit down at my workstation and the first thing I see is a press statement from IndyCar. Now, typical Saturday releases are germaine to on-track, or sponsor promos, but the content of this one was curious, somewh ... Continue reading
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