Courtesy Stuart Morrison Public Relations
Orlando, Florida (January 09, 2006) – The New Year was just five days old wheen Scotland’s Ryan Dalziel kick-started his 2006 racing schedule with a three day test in Pacific Coast Motorsports’ #89 Pontiac Riley Daytona Prototype at Daytona International Speedway, Florida (5-7 January).
The 23-year-old racer joined his PCM team-mates, Alex Figge, David Empringham and Jon Fogarty as they prepared for the 44th running of the Rolex 24 at Daytona (26-29 January), the twice round the clock endurance race marking the opening round of the 2006 Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series.
Dalziel was reunited at Daytona with the Pontiac Riley Daytona Prototype he debuted last November as Pacific Coast Motorsports entered the final round of the 2005 Rolex Sports Car Series in Mexico City, Mexico. With Ryan and Alex sharing the driving duties the team collected an impressive sixth place maiden finish having run as high as second overall earlier in the race.
Returning to the 3.56-mile Daytona International Speedway, where he made two Rolex Sport Car Series starts last season including a GT class podium in June driving alongside his brother John, Ryan spent last week’s test sessions further acclimatizing to the Daytona Prototype racer he’ll share with his three team-mates in America’s famed 24 hour sports car classic.
Having been out of a race car since testing a Champ Car at Sebring last month, Dalziel was eager to build his seat-time in PCM’s Pontiac Riley.
“We didn’t have the luxury of spending several days testing the car prior to our Daytona Prototype debut back in November so it was great to finally take the time at Daytona to continue to put the car through its paces and prepare for what’s undoubtedly the toughest race on the sports car calendar.”
”I have to say I’m really excited to be working as part of this team. I firmly believe we’ve got one of the strongest driver line-ups and together as a package we compliment the knowledge and experience found in the rest of the team. The test proved useful, we know the areas that need to be worked on and I’ve no doubt about the effort that will go into the team’s preparations between now and our return to Daytona at the end of the month.”
The 44th Rolex 24 at Daytona gets underway at 12pm on Saturday 28th January.
For more information log onto www.ryandalziel.com, www.grandamerican.com or www.pcmracing.com.
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Monday, January 9, 2006
Eaton's electrical business (Canadian Operations) and Carl "Big Dog" Spiering to renew the Ultimate Power Trip for 2006
Courtesy Carl Spiering Motorsports & Eaton's Electrical Business
After an electrifying season of high speed drama and excitement, Eaton's electrical business (Canadian Operations) announces that Carl "big dog" Spiering will be back for the Ultimate Power Trip in 2006.
Spiering, driving the Eaton Road Warrior III Pro Modified Corvette finished the 2005 season with a career best 3rd place finish in the IHRA points standings. Spiering's successful '05 campaign included capturing the ACDelco IHRA Iron Man (Toronto Motorsports Park), 3 Runner-Up finishes (Edmonton, Martin and Rockingham), 1 Semi-Final (Milan), 2 Quarter Finals (Norwalk and Epping) and 2 Top Eight Finishes (Grand Bend and Budd's Creek).
Without question the highlight of Spiering's 2005 season was winning the prestigious TORCO Fuels Pro Modified Shootout held in Martin, Michigan. Heading into the 2006 season, Carl Spiering will retain the Number 1 Qualifier position by virtue of his '05 win.
"We're extremely pleased with the results of our 2005 season," says Rob Conway, Construction Marketing Manager. Carl and his crew have established a new performance standard and as we prepare for the 2006 season, we're extremely confident that the team will continue to achieve success in the New Year."
Added Steve Boccadoro, National Marketing Manager, "there's no question that we've found a successful marketing formula in a form of entertainment that our customers have found extremely exciting. There's a certain fascination with the automobile and when you add in elements of speed, burning rubber and the unexpected, it truly becomes a potent blend for maximum entertainment value. Carl and his crew have exhibited a personal commitment towards excellence and teamwork that has rewarded us with victory, on and off the track. We're overwhelmed by the continued support of our Customers and Distributor Partners. Their involvement and support in this major initiative is critical to its success."
Adds Spiering, "All of the team players from Carl Spiering Motorsports are excited once again to have the opportunity to travel and represent Eaton's electrical business for another year. We had a great 2005 season with many personal bests. It's going to be a challenge to improve on that but we're going to continue to work hard. The team is already working on some engine research to find more power which will give us an edge on our competition. We are looking forward to doing some early testing and racing not only in the IHRA, but select PMRA events and Tracks which will serve the marketing needs of Eaton's electrical business."
Eaton's electrical group would like to thank the IHRA, Participating Tracks, Volunteers, our Distributor Partners and Customers of Cutler-Hammer brand products for their continued support.
After an electrifying season of high speed drama and excitement, Eaton's electrical business (Canadian Operations) announces that Carl "big dog" Spiering will be back for the Ultimate Power Trip in 2006.
Spiering, driving the Eaton Road Warrior III Pro Modified Corvette finished the 2005 season with a career best 3rd place finish in the IHRA points standings. Spiering's successful '05 campaign included capturing the ACDelco IHRA Iron Man (Toronto Motorsports Park), 3 Runner-Up finishes (Edmonton, Martin and Rockingham), 1 Semi-Final (Milan), 2 Quarter Finals (Norwalk and Epping) and 2 Top Eight Finishes (Grand Bend and Budd's Creek).
Without question the highlight of Spiering's 2005 season was winning the prestigious TORCO Fuels Pro Modified Shootout held in Martin, Michigan. Heading into the 2006 season, Carl Spiering will retain the Number 1 Qualifier position by virtue of his '05 win.
"We're extremely pleased with the results of our 2005 season," says Rob Conway, Construction Marketing Manager. Carl and his crew have established a new performance standard and as we prepare for the 2006 season, we're extremely confident that the team will continue to achieve success in the New Year."
Added Steve Boccadoro, National Marketing Manager, "there's no question that we've found a successful marketing formula in a form of entertainment that our customers have found extremely exciting. There's a certain fascination with the automobile and when you add in elements of speed, burning rubber and the unexpected, it truly becomes a potent blend for maximum entertainment value. Carl and his crew have exhibited a personal commitment towards excellence and teamwork that has rewarded us with victory, on and off the track. We're overwhelmed by the continued support of our Customers and Distributor Partners. Their involvement and support in this major initiative is critical to its success."
Adds Spiering, "All of the team players from Carl Spiering Motorsports are excited once again to have the opportunity to travel and represent Eaton's electrical business for another year. We had a great 2005 season with many personal bests. It's going to be a challenge to improve on that but we're going to continue to work hard. The team is already working on some engine research to find more power which will give us an edge on our competition. We are looking forward to doing some early testing and racing not only in the IHRA, but select PMRA events and Tracks which will serve the marketing needs of Eaton's electrical business."
Eaton's electrical group would like to thank the IHRA, Participating Tracks, Volunteers, our Distributor Partners and Customers of Cutler-Hammer brand products for their continued support.
From Wonderland Speedway....
Hello! Great news, the 2006 Wonderland Speedway Annual General meeting is scheduled for January 31, 2006 at 7:30 PM.
It will be held at Slo-Pitch City in Dorchester,
2156 Slo-Pitch Rd.
The purpose of the meeting is to discuss:
- Rules and regulations
- Scheduling
- Dates for tech inspection.
- General discussion and Q&A.
- New number assignments
Registrations will be accepted and appreciated. Fee is the same as last year - $50.00.
Slo-Pitch City is located at 2156 Slo-Pitch Rd. Dorchester, just north of the 401 off country Rd 73. Take the first left and keep going to the end.
Hope to see everyone there!
Friday, January 6, 2006
Pontiac Solstice Wagon Concept Set for Detroit Debut
The Pontiac Solstice wagon concept, engineered by German customizer EDAG Engineering and Design, will make its worldwide debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week. The solid roof, which replaces the production version's cloth top, completely transforms the look of the car.
In a statement, EDAG said its concept version of the Solstice is inspired by the old Pontiac Safari station wagons. The redone Solstice offers slightly more cargo space.
© edmunds.com
In a statement, EDAG said its concept version of the Solstice is inspired by the old Pontiac Safari station wagons. The redone Solstice offers slightly more cargo space.© edmunds.com
Audi Q7: Ready to steal away sales from Porsche and VW
"AutoSpies" has a nice short article about the Audi Q7 at the LA auto show including a picture of the new camera which is showing what's going on around you. Motto: "Look! Safe to move?"
After seeing the new Audi Q7 in person for the first time I had to wonder who on earth would buy a Cayenne, Cayenne S or Touareg after doing a side by side comparison.It's the best looking of three, has the best interior look and quality, has three rows of seats, panoramic roof, rear backup camera, lane departure warning system and the middle row of seats can adjust forward or back.If I were a Porsche or VW dealer right now I'd be soiling myself.We predict the Q7 is really going to ring their bells.
© germancarblog.com
Source: AutoSpies
After seeing the new Audi Q7 in person for the first time I had to wonder who on earth would buy a Cayenne, Cayenne S or Touareg after doing a side by side comparison.It's the best looking of three, has the best interior look and quality, has three rows of seats, panoramic roof, rear backup camera, lane departure warning system and the middle row of seats can adjust forward or back.If I were a Porsche or VW dealer right now I'd be soiling myself.We predict the Q7 is really going to ring their bells.© germancarblog.com
Source: AutoSpies
Lamborghini Miura design concept marks original’s 40th anniversary
LAMBORGHINI MIURA
ON SALE: Late 2007 (est.)
BASE PRICE: $700,000 (est.)
POWERTRAIN: 6.5-liter, 700 hp V12; awd, seven-speed sequential manual (est.)
CURB WEIGHT: n/a
0 TO 62 MPH (0 TO 100 KM/H): 3.3 seconds (est.)
FUEL MILEAGE (COMBINED): n/a
Experts agree: The best thing ever produced by Automobili Lamborghini in both styling and image-if not on the road-was the Miura between May 1966 and December 1972.
The reveal for the new Miura concept was set for Jan. 5 for a small, invited group of hoity-toity at the Museum of Radio and Television in Los Angeles, before its public bow at Detroit's North American International Auto Show, alongside the Gallardo Spyder.
Tipped to ride on the future Audi R8 chassis-an adaptation of the Gallardo architecture-and be built in Neckarsulm, Germany, alongside the Audi, Miura is longer, wider and lower than the R8 [production name for the Le Mans quattro concept]. It is also longer and wider than the Gallardo, but taller by 1.4 inch.
"Look at the original Miura," Lamborghini's Perini said, "and add 10 percent to each dimension for this one." These numbers seem only fitting for today's larger consumers.
Lamborghini's design center hasn't gone completely retro, keeping the modern Lamborghini edge particularly in the taut and clean side panels. "When an interior is created for the car, you can expect a futuristic, high-tech and Spartan atmosphere," Perini says. "[It gets] a real GT-car feel with all essentials and no unnecessary gadgets." The green paint created specifically for this static prototype is more subtle than the company's current bright Ithaca green.
Despite reluctance on Lamborghini's part to discuss technical specifics, melding what Audi offers with a study of the Miura legend gives a hint. Prior to this car's debut, rumor had this car's name pegged at "LP400 Miura." Though all original Miuras were rear-mid-mounted V12s with the engine arranged transversely in front of the rear axle, this new Miura would carry a rear-mid-engine mounted longitudinally. (The "LP" designation stands for "longitudinale posteriore," or longitudinal rear in Lambo-speak.) In the original 763 production run of Miuras, there never was an LP layout.
Traditionally the "400" refers to the displacement: a 4.0-liter 60-degree V12 engine that Lamborghini used from 1966 through 1978; the intended reference raises speculation of a new 4.0-liter V12. A production Miura would more probably use a 6.5-liter, 700-hp version out of the company's Murciйlago 6.2-liter V12. This way it could easily carry the name LP650 Miura. That would position Miura to go mano a mano with the lingering Ferrari Enzo legacy in the never-dull crosstown rivalry. The dual-clutch, seven-speed DSG sequential trans-mission, lifted from company stablemate Bugatti Veyron 16.4, is likely to be adapted here.
If greenlighted for production in late 2007, Miura will most likely get a form of quattro all-wheel drive, so attention will focus on restraining the curb weight. Look for ceramic brake discs, a titanium exhaust system and suspension springs, magnesium wheels and carbon composite body panels for both hoods and the roof. Properly executed, top speed should crest 200 mph, and acceleration to 60 mph would take 3.3 seconds.
Pricing would surely top the stated original list price for the Ferrari Enzo of $670,000. Inside, when you can get someone to talk, the current view is for an initial run of just 400 Miuras.
What must Ferrari think now as it readies a new Dino? This Miura is Lambo's image leader and demands a response. The Ferruccio-Enzo face-off stands to get hot, and looking at this new Miura, who wouldn't be bullish?
© autoweek.com
ON SALE: Late 2007 (est.)
BASE PRICE: $700,000 (est.)
POWERTRAIN: 6.5-liter, 700 hp V12; awd, seven-speed sequential manual (est.)
CURB WEIGHT: n/a
0 TO 62 MPH (0 TO 100 KM/H): 3.3 seconds (est.)
FUEL MILEAGE (COMBINED): n/a
Experts agree: The best thing ever produced by Automobili Lamborghini in both styling and image-if not on the road-was the Miura between May 1966 and December 1972.
The reveal for the new Miura concept was set for Jan. 5 for a small, invited group of hoity-toity at the Museum of Radio and Television in Los Angeles, before its public bow at Detroit's North American International Auto Show, alongside the Gallardo Spyder.Tipped to ride on the future Audi R8 chassis-an adaptation of the Gallardo architecture-and be built in Neckarsulm, Germany, alongside the Audi, Miura is longer, wider and lower than the R8 [production name for the Le Mans quattro concept]. It is also longer and wider than the Gallardo, but taller by 1.4 inch.
"Look at the original Miura," Lamborghini's Perini said, "and add 10 percent to each dimension for this one." These numbers seem only fitting for today's larger consumers.
Lamborghini's design center hasn't gone completely retro, keeping the modern Lamborghini edge particularly in the taut and clean side panels. "When an interior is created for the car, you can expect a futuristic, high-tech and Spartan atmosphere," Perini says. "[It gets] a real GT-car feel with all essentials and no unnecessary gadgets." The green paint created specifically for this static prototype is more subtle than the company's current bright Ithaca green.
Despite reluctance on Lamborghini's part to discuss technical specifics, melding what Audi offers with a study of the Miura legend gives a hint. Prior to this car's debut, rumor had this car's name pegged at "LP400 Miura." Though all original Miuras were rear-mid-mounted V12s with the engine arranged transversely in front of the rear axle, this new Miura would carry a rear-mid-engine mounted longitudinally. (The "LP" designation stands for "longitudinale posteriore," or longitudinal rear in Lambo-speak.) In the original 763 production run of Miuras, there never was an LP layout.
Traditionally the "400" refers to the displacement: a 4.0-liter 60-degree V12 engine that Lamborghini used from 1966 through 1978; the intended reference raises speculation of a new 4.0-liter V12. A production Miura would more probably use a 6.5-liter, 700-hp version out of the company's Murciйlago 6.2-liter V12. This way it could easily carry the name LP650 Miura. That would position Miura to go mano a mano with the lingering Ferrari Enzo legacy in the never-dull crosstown rivalry. The dual-clutch, seven-speed DSG sequential trans-mission, lifted from company stablemate Bugatti Veyron 16.4, is likely to be adapted here.
If greenlighted for production in late 2007, Miura will most likely get a form of quattro all-wheel drive, so attention will focus on restraining the curb weight. Look for ceramic brake discs, a titanium exhaust system and suspension springs, magnesium wheels and carbon composite body panels for both hoods and the roof. Properly executed, top speed should crest 200 mph, and acceleration to 60 mph would take 3.3 seconds.
Pricing would surely top the stated original list price for the Ferrari Enzo of $670,000. Inside, when you can get someone to talk, the current view is for an initial run of just 400 Miuras.
What must Ferrari think now as it readies a new Dino? This Miura is Lambo's image leader and demands a response. The Ferruccio-Enzo face-off stands to get hot, and looking at this new Miura, who wouldn't be bullish?
© autoweek.com
GT Race Karts inks Canadian Rotax Max ace Scott Campbell for 2006!
Courtesy Gilles Lepage, GT Race KartsVancouver, BC - January 5, 2005: GT Race Karts is pleased to announce it has signed international caliber Rotax pilot Scott Campbell as an Official Factory driver & Factory test pilot for 2006. Scott will be competing on a 2006 GT Kart Marauder TaG chassis in the 2006 Canadian Rotax Max Challenge & the 2006 Canadian National Championship both in Rotax Senior and Formula Senior (ICC). He will also be driving for Factory GT Kart in ICC at select events in a yet to-be-officially announced National caliber series in North America.
Hailing from Saskatoon, SK, Canada, Campbell is a regular at the Rotax World Championships where he has earned the right to represent Canada at the International level in 2 of the last 3 years. At the 2004 World Rotax Max Challenge Championships in the Canary Islands, Campbell qualified third in RM1 amongst 68 other top drivers from all over the world and this is the highest qualifying position a Canadian driver has accomplished at a CIK sanctioned World Karting Event, ever.
“We are delighted to announce a driver of Scott’s caliber to our newly formed Official Factory team” says Gilles Lepage, GT Race Karts Marketing & business development director. ”GT Race Karts has a very strong TaG chassis and we are thrilled to be able to match our 2006 Marauder TaG chassis with someone of Scott abilities. Scott has also been chosen to be one of Factory GT Kart’s few select test pilots and will be contributing to the evolution of GT Race Karts chassis design moving forward in conjunction with his personal tuner, Dave Campbell, as well as GT Kart’s tuners & chassis engineers” says Lepage.
Several other national caliber drivers as well as key personnel are to be named to the Official Factory GT Kart team in the coming weeks as GT Race Karts implements the next phase of its aggressive growth plan for 2006 and puts the finishing touches to their Official Factory team.
GT Race Karts is currently looking to expand its dealer network across North America. GT Race Karts is a race kart chassis designer & manufacturer featuring over 20,000 sq ft. manufacturing facilities & distribution center in Delta, British Columbia. GT Race Karts utilizes the latest in computer-assisted design software, 3-axis computerized bending machines and industrial TIG welding processes & equipment. For up-to-date product line, distributor/dealer enquiries and contact information, please visit our website at www.gtkarts.com or email info@gtkarts.com
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