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Rally Jamaica 2011 – rubber will destroy gravel!

November 27th, 2011

Rally Jamaica is a celebration. It is a ceremony. It is a religion. It is a lifestyle. It represents a people. Rally Jamaica appropriately titled, because it defines a sport within a nation which for years, maintained a dominant spot on the motorsports schedule. This year is special for reasons which will be hurled to [...]

Unadulterated drifting!

November 24th, 2011

I think I am suffering from a bout of V8 infatuation. It is at present inexplicable, but as I struggle with my demons, I am silently hopeful that I will be able to decide which side of the power -feud I will pledge allegiance to. My burden will not prevent me, however, from indulging in [...]

Alan Chen’s AE86

November 23rd, 2011

I am a fan of the AE86 and this machine is one of the finest examples on ‘the rock’. Alan needs no introduction. His limitless skill-set behind the wheel is almost legendary and if you have not seen the duo (Alan and his machine) in action, put it on your – To Do – list! [...]

Circuit Racing: 2011 – a difficult year for Summerbell and TA1

November 19th, 2011

When TA1 landed on our shores the ticket tout said it was the best thing since slice bread. The argument supporting its invincibility needed no defense. TA1′s list of accomplishments secured its position in the Time Attack folklore in the land of its birth – USA. If you can conquer the USA, a dot in [...]

MotoGP: Second is for losers (Valencia GP)

November 11th, 2011

My schedule, my time and everything else have been hacked! That is my explanation for my inability to keep pace with MotoGP happenings. Simoncelli Team San Carlo Honda Gresini rider Marco Simoncelli rode a brilliant race in the Australian GP. He finished second behind Repsol Honda rider Casey Stoner. Motivated by the ride (in Australia), [...]

Drifting: Watch and be inspired

November 7th, 2011

Am I promoting the drifting lifestyle? Probably. Do I envy the free-spirited Japanese who have infected the world with their sublime car control? Probably. Do I wish I had a summer bungalow nestled in a salubrious setting immediately next to a popular drifting playground? Affirmative! If you are blessed with the gift of sight and [...]

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