If you’re into Formula One memorabilia, Ferrari in particular, this F1-89 race car up for auction will definitely be of interest to you. The F1-89, also known as the Ferrari 640, was used to compete in the 1989 Formula One world championship. Team drivers were Nigel Mansel, who finished the […]
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Formula One engine sound comparison: 2013 vs 2014
It seems in the wake of the first Formula One race of the season people have been complaining about the noise, or lack thereof. Last year’s Formula One cars featured a 2.4-litre naturally-aspirated V8. This year they feature an all-new turbocharged 1.6-litre V6 that uses hybrid technology. As you’ll hear […]
Peugeot returning to Dakar rally in 2015 – report
After a 25-year absence Peugeot is set to return to the famous Dakar cross country rally next year. The French carmaker could be looking to bolster its motorsport participation, particularly in rally where it has a strong pedigree. Peugeot rejoined the Pikes Peak Hill Climb competition last year after years […]
Red Bull F1 RB7 takes on F/A Hornet fighter jet
In what seems like an odd match up, the Formula One car and F/A Hornet both feature out-of-this-world technology. In this video, both Daniel Ricciardo and the RAAF pilot play down the seriousness of each mechanical marvel, and aim to show off their toys for the cameras. One thing is […]
2014 Audi RS 5 DTM racer revealed at Geneva Motor Show
Audi has unveiled the design of its 2014 RS5 DTM race car at the Geneva Motor Show. Featuring a re-designed aerodynamics package and an aggressive look, the race car bears an even greater resemblance to the production model RS 5 to its predecessor. After winning the DTM championship last year, […]
Bruno Senna paying tribute to Ayrton at Top Gear Festival Sydney
Bruno Senna, former Formula One driver and nephew to the late three-time Formula One world champion Ayrton Senna, will pay homage to his late uncle at the upcoming Top Gear Festival Sydney. Throughout the weekend, the young Brazilian will be seen lapping the Sydney Motorsport Park track in a supercar, […]
Ken Block will compete in 2014 World Rallycross
YouTube sensation and rally racing driver Ken Block will compete in the increasingly popular World Rallycross Championship this year. He joins former F1 champ Jacques Villenueve and WRC master Petter Solberg as another well-known driver to join the FIA series. World Rallycross is becoming very popular around the world as […]
FIA to allow F1 celebratory donuts this year, with rules
Remember the days when motorsport winners would celebrate by doing a nice big set of donuts for the crowd? The FIA put a stop to that a few years ago due to safety concerns. The governing body for international motorsport has announced it is lifting the ban this year. Before drivers […]