AMSOIL and Wappman Motorsports Sponsoring The Kumho Tires 12 Hours at Summit Point Race

December 19, 2003 - "We are pleased to offer this sponsorship for 12 hours at the point of Kumho," said Bruce Wappman, Wappman Motorsports owner and driver of Plymouth Neon Company. "I was the team owner and driver in the case in the past three years and are excited to provide an incentive for more than 50 teams competing in the race this year." Over $ 1500 worth of AMSOIL products will be awarded to the riders and volunteers after the checkered flag fell at midnight, the celebration of 12 hours of racing at this time. This grueling, once-around the clock race is the longest continuously held amateur endurance event sanctioned by the Sports Club of America (SCCA). ? SCCA Club pilots are not accustomed to emergency cash awards or prizes? Wappman added. "I know the competitors in this event year will be very please to see AMSOIL and other sponsors who have stepped forward to offer prizes. Not only drivers on the track have the opportunity to bring home some AMSOIL products, but some of over 200 volunteers to help put the event also will be eligible for AMSOIL products. "It takes many people to organize and manage this great event. I wanted to give thanks, "said sponsor WappmanAMSOIL all races throughout the country by snowmobile motocross, and F-1 Powerboat Racing. Since the establishment of the first synthetic motor oil in 1972, AMSOIL has gone to develop the most complete line of synthetic lubricants and automotive products in the world. The history of AMSOIL product innovations is a list of motor manufacturers and retailers firsts.Wappman AMSOIL products. For more product information or contact AMSOIL Racing Motorsports Wappman Bruce Wappman at 1-877-290-0135, or visit www.thebestsyntheticoil.com. The Summit Point race, like all races SCAA, is open to spectators and will take place rain or shine, June 5. More information about the events in the race are available at www.12hoursatthepoint.org

Pocket Bike Racers: True Athletes

One of the least understood aspects of motocross by participants is the incredible level of fitness required of competitors. Many people familiar with the sport often assume that the pilot is doing nothing more strenuous than running a motor vehicle around a field, something that would be easy as driving the family car around the block. Not the case. Pocket bike, or ride motocross, was in fact turned out to be one of the most grueling sport in existence. If someone really studies the actions of a driver during the race, it becomes easy to understand very why.The pilot must maintain ultra-precise control of a computer that does not travel, but along the way, the type of terrain that Most people difficult to traverse. You must do this while maintaining a speed as fast as possible. The pilot is on a weight machine with a lot of weight and, in most of the professional elite, has an engine that drives them to almost seventy-five miles per hour in top speed. A driver's arms and legs move constantly during a race, fighting for control of the bike while absorbing the energy produced by high speed landings from heights that often exceed twenty feet, not to mention two feet high stutter shock (called crying) beating the crap out of both bikes and rider. The G forces produced by the test run of the absolute limits of a pilot strength and endurance. Finally, a race that usually lasts a minimum of thirty minutes professionals, if not more. This means that for half an hour, the fastest rider goes, the more violent and many times he or she is punished. Unlike NASCAR, there are no pauses, breaks, downtime, or pit stop National Sport Health Institute in Englewood, California tested several professional motocross rider in the '80s as part of a comparative study of athletes in different sports. Most of what was tested was the cardio-vascular (heart) fitness of athletes from different sports at all levels. Athletes from track and field, soccer, basketball, football and have been tested, among many others. The cardiac stress and strength has shown, to the astonishment of many, who had just motocross athletes highest level of fitness, like any other discipline tested. In other words, this is not a sport to get into unless you're willing to do the kind of conditioning high-level athletes in other sports have to endure to get to the top of his game. Argue however you want, but the evidence suggests that pilots pocket bike, motocross are athletes, and must be treated as such.

Why Motorboats Are So Much Fun.

I am someone who enjoys extreme activities, like skydiving, a type of wrestling or three times my size. Something about the adrenaline me.Thats becomes just because I like the outdoors so much. But when it comes to water, I like you just took easy.I can not speak for everyone, but I'm a big fan of relaxation and easy.I usually can not sit still in one place, but I work very hard in my work, and play very hard when I play baseball or hiking. I needed something really relax and go on a boat just crumbs for me when he hit the water, and go in any direction you like, you are experiencing true freedom. Only one way that can not go, and everywhere to do to sit and relax for a while. "The soft sound of the waves is a natural relaxant and reduce tensions in their role in life you have a boat is not There is physical work involved, other than those within and outside the water, which is very easy. It is a bit "as the guide, unless the roads and a maximum of six lights. Do not get me wrong, I love canoeing and white water racing as something relaxing, but it's something we all need to be healthy, that's why I always choose to go by boat. Do not forget that fishing is. The best part of fishing is that all you have to do is connect the bait, cast and wait. This will give you something interesting to do while allowing you to relax in the meantime. You do not have to be careful, other than seeing his pole, and the farthest thing from being laborious. And then when you pick something that feels good about himself for the day, which is never a bad thing figity and thing.If you get bored, make sure you go to a beautiful lake for you to jump to swim. There is nothing like what happened is that back and get a better view in the sky. N. trees or buildings along the way, just what is pure and above you. I think if we get a simple method for relaxation and entertainment, a boat engine is the only way forward.

Volvo Web Site may save lives in worldwide race

Gteborg, Sweden. January 13, 2000 - For immediate release Volvo website could save lives worldwide raceIf spend their days and nights surrounded by potentially dangerous and constantly on call for work that requires a high octane mix of skill and strength physical, keep fit and healthy becomes a real problem. The crew of "The Volvo Ocean Race ', the tour was stressful conditions sporting event in the world have some of the toughest in the world sport, but, fortunately, can be used in emergencies - phone or internet by satellite! The Southern Ocean leg of the Volvo Ocean Race, the crews faced some of the worst imaginable and seas may be up to 10 days by boat from the nearest port or when the disease affects an accident. E-mail and videoconferencing provide high technology help they need to survive. British surgeon Tim Spalding explains that with the help of a doctor from a distance or "telemedicine", expressed through the communications satellite, teams can try to get professional help. "Most of the things can be resolved with antibiotics. If you get appendicitis can last up to the door with antibiotics and should not exist. If caught a rope around his wrist and lost the one hand, there are stitches on board, as clips and can tie it and let's talk about this. "Tim adds," There are a variety of ways to communicate. The pillar is communication with the Inmarsat satellite phone. The crew may or dial-up on my cell phone, or to get to our base hospital. Give the instructions of the crew immediately and come back with more once we have received the opinion of specialists. Or talk to us over the Internet by sending an e-mail with scanned images or video through a webcam. "He adds:" Part of prevention is very important, but also helps me to Volvo, as the principal medical advisor to develop telemedicine. It's very exciting. For more information, visit or contact www.volvooceanrace.org Ms. Jessica Nilsson Volvo Ocean RacePress CoordinatorTel: 0046 705 95 95 95 E-mail: @ memo.volvo.se vcc1.jessican Or, alternatively, David NobleNetworks Public RelationsTel: 0044 7785 302 694Email: david.noble @ networkspr.comBACKGROUNDThe Volvo Ocean Race, formerly known as 'The Whitbread', is the world's leading offshore ocean race. We started in Southampton, United Kingdom September 23, 2001, covering 32,700 miles nautical, with nine stages, and ends in Kiel, Germany, in June 2002. The contest is sponsored jointly by Volvo Car Corporation, owned by Ford Motor Company, and Volvo AB, the owner of Volvo Trucks, Volvo Buses, Volvo Penta, Volvo Construction Equipment and Volvo Aero. outsells Volvo Car Corporation of 410,000 cars a year in 100 markets around the world.

What Can NASCAR Teach Us About Packaging?

The first NASCAR race of 2006 ran recently at Daytona and I was surprised by the number of sponsors of new products. NASCAR for years was a "good boy OL, however, the market has finally realized that this is huge untapped advertising and marketing segment.We admit that there are plenty of stereotypes about the typical NASCAR audience. Never heard this description, "red neck, long hair, chewing snuff, cigarette smoking, good ol boy?" Well, that used to be true, but viewers NASCAR auto racing is now one of the few sports that are gaining popularity among all demographics. Accept it. Popularity of advertising revenue and the current market groups that NASCAR is chasing sales.Two by increasing viewer ship of the 50 + generation and women. Previously, marketing, little has been done to attract viewers. Were outside the perceived target market. In general were the sponsors of the cars, auto parts and suppliers, beer, soft drinks, cell phones, and general services and companies that were the responsibility of men. But now there are plenty of NASCAR die-hard fans of the generation of more than 50 years, including myself. So far, the sponsors have really tried as a audience.When did some marketing for an IROC driver, I was surprised to know the strength of the fans. One thing that really came home was the brand loyalty of those who have supported NASCAR. When a NASCAR driver has approved a product, was used by a large majority of NASCAR fans, a much higher average brand loyalty markets.An conventional attractive campaign that follows is the passage of the NASCAR Crown Royal. The company continues to sponsor the No. 26 Crown Royal Ford Fusion driven by NASCAR NEXTEL Cup star Jamie McMurray. Crown Royal is collaterally his campaign with a brand new packaging and launching the collection Speedway Series, a line of limited-edition packages that is customized to highlight the 21 tracks that host races during the 2006 season, the Cup NASCAR NEXTEL Purple Crown Royal bag, bottle and label cartons for display custom motor sports, including logos for flat track like Daytona International Speedway and Talladega Super Speedway. Smart and unique marketing! Most of the efforts of product packaging have been limited to cast iron models and replicas of cars or stuff.So typical car because I am interested? It's all in the package, of course. In addition to advertising and pass a driver, companies are integrating all aspects of marketing and use of packaging as a tool of the mark. If I was clever marketing, I would underserved audience segments, like Crown Royal has done. Although there have been several women drivers who have tried in vain to penetrate the professional NASCAR drivers, market women represent 50% of the population of the United States. In my opinion, really has not been tried. There was a brand campaign that really hits home with women, regardless of age. Watch the Dove campaign for real beauty, as an example. Its being endorsed and supported long after the advertising campaign after introduction.So first time we've come full circle. NASCAR what to do with packaging? It's a hot, growing, untapped market for consumers who wish to demonstrate their loyalty to the brand. If this sounds or blow the horns for you? Want to know more about the role of packaging? Need to think outside the box to package products to buy? Just starting a business in need of packaging products for sale? Need brainstorming about what packaging works in the current economy? Contact the expert # 1 on packaging of consumer products by e-mail to PackagingDiva@aol.com or by phone at 678-594-6872 for a free consultation of 15 minutes. Read other articles on the packaging Diva @ http://packagingnewsyoucanuse.blogspot.com/.

Go Karts Are Not Just For Your Kids Anymore

When you were a kid growing up like you go on vacation to the beach and take the Go Kart with his family. Something about driving before they are old enough to drive a car is very interesting especially for children. No motor is always fascinating, at any age. However, go carts are not just for the kids and get bigger and faster all the time. They are basically seen as a tool for all land to certain people. You can buy a street racing car, walk or you can get an off-road Go Kart encuantra as the size and design of the kart is performed to determine whether the tax off the road or street racing. The off-road go karts are built to tackle very rough terrain, as of 4 wheels. This is an off road buggy tires and heavy mobile withstand massive hard knocks. The size of the Kart is also much larger and therefore the engine must be larger to handle the heavier workload. However, this type of management is safe and dangerous at the same time. The cage is usually a very heavy and big to be safer as long as over a helmet and seat belts are worn.The street racing Go Kart is much more elegant and low profile. The tires are slippery and the same arrow kart is much more dynamic on the street. These karts can earn miles in one hundred hours and a range even faster. I made for those who have a need for speed skiing career. The part of racing is often a precursor career Craftsman Truck Series. If you can get through the series, then on track to NASCAR Racing, more dominant. Many NASCAR drivers got their start in racing go karts and the sport has grown exponentially in the last ten years. More children and young adults are always in sport, hoping one day to succeed in competitive sport. There are also plenty of young women entering the race, mainly because of the success demonstrated Danica Patrick Indy. E 'was the face of the Indy Racing over the past 5 years.

Ferrari Makes It 2 Wins At British Grand Prix

Grand Prix Formula One rookie Lewis Hamilton was third at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, while Kimi Raikkonen took first for the second consecutive victory since last week at Magny-Cours fortuitous in France. Until then, Hamilton has given his teammates and competitors hotshot both a track of their money from that shot to the head from the start of the F1 2007 Hamilton Racing circuit.While has continued to inspire not only your teammates for Mercedes - McLaren has lost some "momentum, with Raikkonen driving last week, and then again last weekend. The track at Silverstone, just over three miles long, offering rides and sixties is not particularly difficult, Raikkonen was given the opportunity to re-occupy the position of lead fell behind Hamilton in the first round of pit stops. However, although Ferrari has won some points with the last two wins, Hamilton still leads the group with 12 points to his teammate at McLaren-Mercedes, Fernando Alonso, who is in second place.The British Grand Prix at Silverstone in Northhamptonshire progress is one of the oldest traditions of the racing world, supported only by the Grand Prix of Spain that began in 1920. Although the British Grand Prix was raced for years at the Donnington Park circuit, Silverstone has been wowing crowds since 1950. The track was renovated in 1991, is a bit "softer that it should be used and current contracts provide the world of F1 racing Grand Prix events to the half dozen 2009.The last races have seen fierce competition between the leaders of the 2007 Grand Prix drivers, including Hamilton and Alonso, driving for Mercedes, Raikkonen and Massa, driving a Ferrari. The teams battled for the lead since the race in Australia in Melbourne and racing Monaco Grand Prix through the streets of Monte Carlo, and the latest battles in the United States, France and Britain now born in Hamilton. Germany is next on the list, and fans are waiting to see how long it will take Hamilton to regain its position as first or second victories that have grown accustomed to.Raikkonen 's most recent win now makes a point ahead of teammate, Felipe Massa, but still about 20 points behind Hamilton for the lead. Raikkonen was quoted after the race, as saying: "Once we knew we had enough fuel, was able to close on Lewis and try to survive. But I knew I was going to enter, so do not take too much of a risk Fortunately, the championship is not over. It's still going to be a long season. "Raikkonen may be correct, with the closest races planned in Turkey, Italy, Belgium and China, to finish the 2007 Formula One circuit in Brazil in October. Plenty of time to follow the crowds and excitement of the fans see the dramatic growth in Hamilton, while continuing in their efforts to break records and encouraging teammates and competitors to give their best in a very exciting F1 season so far .

The Future Of Holden Racing Team

According to a recent report by the Herald Sun online (www.news.com.au), General Motors Holden Racing Team (HRT) in Australia was put in court the jury to decide who will take control of the team. The ownership of Holden Racing Team has been challenged by interested parties willing to operate the team including Mark Skaife of Skaife Sports and former HRT owner Tom Walkinshaw. It is up to jurors to decide who Australians between the two sides will be the owner of Holden Racing Team and to continue its work in V8 Supercar racing, which is the most popular motor sport in the country and in New Zealand. The two sides have already proposed a structure for the Holden Racing Team, and the association between the two parties, Skaife Walkinshaw and included, which means that only Skaife has the right to take control of the Holden racing team. "We have received the documents to be supplied by Skaife Sports. And received within the prescribed period," said TEGA chairman Kelvin O'Reilly. "The problems we are dealing with are complex and require a series of detailed discussions with the TEGA Board. We are acting as quickly as possible to eliminate the uncertainty that dominates the situation as soon as possible." The fans added.Australian racing cars, especially racing fans Holden team are very happy to see who takes control and management of Holden Racing Team and very pleased to see the team compete in the 2007 The Australian V8 Supercars. Holden Racing Team Commodore VE debut in the 2007 season is likely kW equipped with a 6.0L 270 (or more) of the V8 engines. As for the GM brand vehicles, the Holden VE Commodore is equipped with quality components as part of GM Powertrain, GM radiator and system.Meanwhile framework, the report also said the driver hit by Team Kiwi Racing Paul Radisic will have a thorough check, you decide to enter the V8 Supercar series, despite his condition. New Zealand driver crashed his Holden Commodore in a practice session for the Super Cheap Auto Bathurst 1000 in October. "I really want to get behind the wheel of this new TKR machine in Perth, but I also know I must be in 110 percent form, not only physically but in the form of tender and ready for the pace of what a great package of the race this year. "he said.

Hoobastank To Perform At Laguna Seca

Hoobastank will take the stage at which performs July 21 (Saturday), the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. This post-grunge quartet performance in relation to their world tour stop in California, which will be accompanied by a rock band in California. The concert is expected to start around 5 pm, shortly after the end of the activity of the day at the track. It also includes qualifying for the U.S. MotoGP World Championship. Hoobastank sure that riders and MotoGP fans eager, finally, to the race, which only has the appearance of the MotoGP World Championship in North America, so take the opportunity to perform at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix. Hoobastank drummer Chris Hesse said that all bicycles around the band and are avid fans of MotoGP. The quartet is excited to finally see the actual race, they have lost the last two years because of his tour. He said they are eager to play in the center of all other GP fans. They are also very happy to see Rossi, Hayden, Edwards and all your favorites in Monterrey. During the event, the band will be on stage just because Yamaha Factory MotoGP star Colin Edwards will present a complete set of tools from his career to the highest bidder. The offer is in place of the auction held recently with Yamaha charity - feeding children as beneficiaries. Before the show begins, the "Texas Tornado" also entertained the audience with his t-shirt guns and many other antics. This season will be the third year for the concert on Saturday - an event that has traditionally been a popular rock band, whose members are also fans of MotoGP. Also, this will be the third year with Yamaha and its financial partners HSBC and GE Commercial Distribution Finance to present the show that takes place at the base of the hill Turn 10.Bob Starr, National Communications Manager for Yamaha Motor Company, Hoobastank, said which is an awesome band and the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca is an event for the avid fan of motorcycles to enjoy during this wonderful weekend of activities. It added that its financial services partner ', HSBC and GE Commercial Distribution Finance, cooperation is just another proof of the overwhelming enthusiasm of the automobile sector for those events. The concert will conclude at 7 pm, while the spectator bus will operate until 8 pm - at the same time as the door closes. For the three days of the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix, general admission tickets are still available. A limited number of paddock passes and camping options are also available. Engaged viewers can enter online at www.laguna-seca.com and by phone at 800-327-SECA, or call 800-327-SECA for more information. Career information are also available in www.redbullusgrandprix.com, and tickets are also available at www.ticketmaster.com. Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca is part of racing Arena Mazda Motor Corporation. Besides manufacturing of quality car parts such as Mazda OEM, the company also is known in the world of motorsport. In the field of racing, Mazda has happened two or three rotor-rotor and four-rotor car. The private pilots have also had considerable success with stock and modified Mazda Wankel engine. Mazda's competition in race started on 20 October 1968. That was when two Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S coupes entered the race Ultra 84 hours of life in the Marathon de la Route at the Nurburgring. A car ended up as the fourth player and the other broke an axle after 81 hours. About the Japanese company Yamaha Corporation, Yamaha Corporation has a wide range of products and services, and most of these musical instruments and electronics. E 'Torakusu Yamaha was established in 1887 in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka area as Nippon Gakki Company, Limited, which was a maker of piano and organ. The founder of the company has built October 12, 1897. The logo of the group, a trio of interlocking tuning forks, reflects its origin as a manufacturer of musical instruments.

Mazda Celebrates 40th Anniversary Of Wankel Rotary Engine

Mazda has just celebrated the 40th anniversary of the first Mazda Wankel rotary engine powered vehicle. E 'was May 30, 1967, Mazda began selling the world's first dual-rotor RE unit, the Cosmo Sport, and has since produced nearly two million vehicles.The first rotary engine car was the NSU Wankel engine ( now the famous Audi) Wankel Spider, which began in 1964. Other manufacturers such as Mercedes, Rolls-Royce, Norton, Suzuki, General Motors, Citroen, John Deere and Arctic Cat have tried experimenting with the Wankel engine. Some also were able to produce small series of the Wankel engine. However, the only producer of success that has been able to produce the engine designed by German engineer Felix Wankel in quantities is Mazda.By late 1950s, many manufacturers worldwide have devoted considerable resources to research and development of production of rotary engine (RE), but most were delivered because they were not able to overcome the difficult technical challenges that come with technology. It E 'only Mazda persevered and eventually managed to overcome all obstacles and successfully achieved RE mass production. Mazda also was able to introduce other vehicles on the market including the Familia Rotary Coupe, Savanna, RX-7 and Eunos Cosmo. And, of course, you know Mazda have constantly developed the economy and environmental performance of its motor vehicles RE is why they are still on sale today. The creator of the famous steerer Mazda, Mazda began its involvement in the racing world in 1968 after the release of the Cosmo Sport, RE, when the cars started participating in car races. Then in 1991, the Mazda 787B made rotary engine history when it became the only Japanese car ever to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance. Since then over 100 winning Touring Car series in Japan and the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) series in the United States was won by re-equipped racecars. The RX-8 sports car was launched in April 2003 was driven by a new generation of naturally aspirated engines RENESIS newspaper, which is more compact, more powerful and more environmentally friendly than its predecessors. British journal of technology specialist, Engine Technology International has received the most coveted RENESIS International Engine of the Year 2003, premiums for its engine class in 2003 and 2004 to show great respect for this engine. Currently, Mazda is moving forward with the development of the Hydrogen RE, which emits no carbon dioxide (CO2), one of the gases responsible for global warming. Development of the hydrogen RE started in 1991 and has so far led to the development of the RX-8 Hydrogen RE, which in February 2006 became the first hydrogen RE vehicle to ever be hired. There are seven hydrogen RE vehicles that traveled the commercial lease road in Japan. About EngineThe Wankel rotary engine Wankel rotary is a type of internal combustion engine, invented by German engineer Felix Wandel, which uses a rotor instead of reciprocating pistons. Such a design delivers smooth high-rpm power from a compact and lightweight engine.

ATV Off-Road Adventures You Can Enjoy

ATV, the abbreviation for "all terrain" includes any type of small, open motor tricycle, motor / buggy designed primarily for driving off-road and carry only one person - the driver. Back from an ATV has been compared to a normal bike, except that they have extra wheels to give the driver more stability to the story of the slow ATVsAlthough Brief speeds.A of the exact date is unknown, the first ATV designed with six wheels, was introduced to the public somewhere around 1950. However, this has been improved with Honda produces the three first round off the highway, became famous when it was described in the 1971 film James Bond - Diamonds Are Forever. " Soon after the release of three-wheel ATVs, various other configurations are designed for recreational use. These models offer better big balloon tires, but without mechanical suspension. It was not until 1980 before introduced.Different models of ATV tires and suspensions were lower for different RolesThe ATV has become a favorite way to travel to U.S. and Canadian hunters. This popularity is largely due to their ability to navigate the terrain that other vehicles could not even consider crossing.Aside of its recreational use, the release of ATC250R Honda in 1981 led to sports models of ATV increasingly popular. This integrated model of an impressive engine placement, full suspension, 5 speeds and a stunning design. Truly a fun vehicle rather than a proactive one.Suzuki is known for the development of four-wheeled models, high-performance SUV. Since Suzuki introduced the first ATV for beginners in 1983, there is a continuing series of 4-wheel off-road, for beginners and experienced riders. Other leading producers of ATVs are Yamaha and Kawasaki.During 1980, a number of safety issues were raised three-wheel off-road. Because of this, all ATV manufacturers discontinued the production of three models of the wheel and switch to four wheels. Six wheel models are also available, but outside the road vehicle has a dump bed and a small additional set of wheels that effectively increases load-DateToday update capacity.ATVs can ATV models, designed for both utilities and sports markets. Utility ATV models are bigger, 4 wheels, but still capable of reaching speeds of up to 65 miles per hour. They can be used for towing small trailers or dragging small loads on racks or dump beds, and are very practical vehicles.On other hand, sports ATVs are designed with 2-wheel drive, manual transmission and a lighter, more design small. These can operate up to 90 miles per hour.It wonder that not many people around the world participate in mountain biking. It allows adults to enjoy the game and travel throughout the race by the wonderful performance of the vehicle and a unique design in a competition model.

Kevin Lacroix Is Brooks Associates Racing's Freshest Driver

The World Motor welcome any driver with enthusiasm, knowledge and commitment to implement. Kevin Lacroix is the latest driver for Brooks Associates Racing. He began competing in the Cooper Tires Presents The Champ Car Atlantic Championship Powered by Mazda last weekend and again will be competing in the Mazda Champ Car Grand Prix of Portland presented by Joe's Sports where he will take the # 10 Uni-Car . This 18 year old French-Canadian since childhood and was at the wheel to open the fast lane. At the age of 7 years, has already begun his career in karting, where he was elected by one of the highest-ranking official from "Stars of Karting". Because the employee has been impressed by his performance, which was granted a scholarship at the BMW Racing School in Spain. For the first time he competed there, freewheel at the age of 16 and quickly earned six podiums and four wins. Success in second place in the American League Formula BMW, and take note of it, finished between five and ten times in fourteen races. Incredible, is not true. At age 17, has competed in Star Mazda, where second place in the final of Championship.John Brooks, owner of Brooks Associates Racing team, said they were able to test two days with Kevin Durant last week at Firebird. He said he was a bit "strange from Montreal to the young pilot who immediately fast times. He added that Kevin describes vividly a rising star and is an addition to the Champ Car Atlantic series. The team was definitely very happy to have him. Kevin said he felt happy and fortunate to be part of a competitive team. He was optimistic that they too have had no pre-season testing, the team will be competitive, to work together. In his view the practice of 2 days to Firebird effort to enable them to get some podiums and the Grand Prix this season. For the rest of the season, replaced Kevin Joe D'Agostino. The team owner said the budget was not sufficient at this time Joe which could not continue. However, the hopes of John Joe's to run again in the back of this season for him is a pilot engaged young people whose future in motorsports in the trend is good. About Mazda and its Auto Racing Mazda Motor Corporation is sponsoring the Star Mazda championship. In addition to auto parts manufacturing facilities, including Mazda tail lights, the company also is known in the motorsport world. In the field of racing, Mazda has happened with two or three rotor-rotor and four-rotor car. The private pilots have also had considerable success with stock and modified Mazda Wankel engine. Jurisdiction of Mazda in the race started on 20 October 1968. That was when two Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S coupes entered the race Ultra 84 hours of life in the Marathon de la Route at the Nurburgring. A car ended up as the fourth player and the other broke an axle after 81 hours.

Rallying and Motorsports - Behind the Scene

However, one film in particular stands out for its plot. The car joins the Monte Carlo Rally. As a precocious child po ', also remember my parents asking what it meant to rally? And my mother who taught me the discipline of research at an early age told me: "Honey, why do not you look at the dictionary?" That's how I discovered the meeting as a sport, which has flourished in this day.And are more interesting facts I discovered about the sport of rally. Its origin dates back to 1894 Paris-Rouen Competition horseless carriage, when people who have their own visions of what a "horseless carriage" should be similar to the writing contest and the winners have been upheld by the courts that have guided each car.Eventually, became a period of road races in the city within a city, especially in France and related components began rally racing today, begin with individual rattles against time, while maintaining the beginning and starting zones in each city along the route and drive long distances and rough dirt roads.The Monte Carlo Rally was launched in 1911 by Prince Albert and takes place in Monaco. It's the first race of the FIA World Rally Championship. Winning a rally for a car of prestige and credibility in terms of car performance under hard driving and demanding conditions.IA I often wonder why so much money paid by sponsors in motorsports. Even if last year gas prices are too high due to a number of different factors, I could not understand its importance. I thought that if oil prices do not decrease to levels it is today, despite its still-high, it is logical to hold rally events, however, or any other motor sport for that matter? Would not hurt that sport is seriously affected if oil prices shot up from $ 200, for example, the barrel? Then I saw the print ad for one of the big oil companies. The add says it is through these races, if rally or Formula One, that manufacturers test their latest improvements in their vehicles, with these changes determined by the manufacturer's research and development team. And not just car manufacturers who benefit from this, but the oil companies and tire manufacturers. So, to win in any motor sport, the car has the right balance in your engine to make the selection of tires and fuel quantity to meet the needs of the conditions of the track or gravel road is in the final analysis, winning race.Consumers ultimately more profits. Improvements that have been proven to be reliable then passed to buyers of new cars, as car makers add these changes to make a better product overall in terms of characteristics of safety performance of vehicles in all conditions and consumption. So next gas Once you open the door of your new car, do not forget to thank all drivers of motor sport who risk their lives for a couple of hours of adrenaline and quietly your vehicle to use. That is, if you do not drink and drive!

Modacylic Outfits Used By Fire Fighters

Modacrylic fibers are used mainly as a component of household textiles and functional fire-retardant fabrics such as blankets in aircraft. Cationic Dyeable Polyester is often found in high-fashion sports and leisure, while Cation Dyeable polyamide blends with standard polyamide increase the variety of shades that can be obtained on carpets using the differential dyeing method. Work Wear made from m-aramid fiber Nomex, how to protect firefighters in extreme conditions and fireproof overalls made of the same material, have been indispensable in motor racing. Properties of Cationic Dyeable synthetics are as numerous as their uses, but these fibers are not easy to dye, requiring specific knowledge finishers.The modacrylic fibers are produced by polymerization of the components, the copolymer dissolved in acetone, Pump the solution column of hot air (dry spinning), and stretch, while hot.Modacrylics are creamy or white and are produced in tow and staple form. Modacrylic fibers are also produced in different lengths, crimp levels, money, and may have different shrinkage properties potentials.Flame Retardant Modacrylic fiber is the best and why it is so popular among people who are in work areas at all times the risk of fire. Modacrylic skin normally used, such as cloth, hair, wigs and fabric type batteries. The mixture of various forms of fiber is easy to create realistic-looking skin. The fabrics can be cut or raised to create more like skin. Shirts and trousers worn by electrical lineman Modacrylic fibers are made.

The Illustrious History Of Nascar

NASCAR history is filled with influential people. Some influential people, including William France, Sr., is responsible for creating and taking the sport to which is now the National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR), founded by France on February 21, 1948. France, along with other drivers, has designed a point system that became the foundation of NASCAR racing. Already in 1948, the program consisted of 52 races that have been modified to run on dirt roads. The first National Championship was won by Red Byron.The BeginningsNamed its first commissioner, Erwin "Cannonball" Baker had a big impact in NASCAR history. A broker who has performed with dozens of land speed records himself (hence his nickname), Baker allowed almost no change for cars that are raced.Glenn Dunnaway became the first NASCAR driver to be disqualified later was discovered that he had changed the rear springs on your car. However, during a period of 10-15 years, changes have been approved for safety and performance periods, until the middle of 1960 almost all cars were built to escort the sole purpose of NASCAR race tracks. Most were half a mile to a mile long, and the action in a relatively compact loved the thrill of the sport. Some of the earlier songs, like Martinsville Speedway and Darlington Raceway are still in use today. Even the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, which is in force since 1909, is still in use. However, the most famous track NEXTEL Cup Series race, the Daytona International Speedway was built in 1959, with a length of 2.5 miles.The after YearsIn 1970s, the history of NASCAR took a dramatic turn. It grew in popularity due mostly to a points system, altered, and new, including sponsorship by RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company.In 1979, the Daytona 500 is shown on CBS, becoming the first NASCAR race to be shown by ' from the end on television. Entering the last lap, leaders Cale Yarborough and Donnie Allison got into an accident, allowing a third driver to spend so much for the win. Yarborough and Allison got punched, and the drama and excitement that is shown in that race could be a defining moment in NASCAR history. Its popularity has grown steadily since.NASCAR now among the most popular sports in the United States. E 'very profitable for members and with at least million in prize money at stake in every race of the Nextel Cup series. Nextel Cup is run over 36 races. The sport is so popular that the drivers of success have millions of fans who watch every race and spend a lot of money for the fans every year. In a sense, the history of NASCAR is still writing.

Car Racing - The Many Types

There are many types of races and can be classified as follows: (1) Rally Racing: Rally Racing involves off-road areas where people generally do not drive their vehicles. The pilots and co-drivers rally at some point and then leave the place at regular intervals to reach a particular point. The drivers and their co-pilots can explore the subject in advance to get a better idea of the roads. The co-pilot to help drivers choose the best way to reach your destination. World Rally Championship is the most important league in this type of racing (2). Parking Racing: This is one of the most famous motor sports and involves a large number of machines specially designed for high speed. These are open-wheel cars, and generally the cars have wings in profile on the front and back, and get a better grip on the track. Formula One World Championship is now known to all lovers of motorsports. This championship is the highest level of motorsport and every driver wants to participate in this contest. (3) Ice Racing: This type of competition takes place on snow or frozen lakes. Prerequisite for the career of such extreme weather conditions and this motor sport generally takes place in high latitudes. These cars involved in the rubber and studded tires for better grip. (4) Touring Car Racing: This type of competition provides the highly modified production cars and is relatively slower than the race car or sports car racing. The most popular championship is the World Touring Car Championship (5). Stock Car Racing: This type of racing is similar to motor racing and tourism is an American version of it. The car racing series popular in this style of racing is NASCAR. This is usually done on ovals and the cars used in racing are similar to production cars but are specifically built for racing (6). Drag Racing: Drag Racing must complete a given distance in the shortest time possible. In general, this distance is 400 meters and a range of cars participating in this race car can be every day at the race cars of the highest level. It depends on what type of machine is used for drag racing, road racing as a car can cover 400 meters in 15 seconds and the same distance can be a machine specially designed fuel dragster in 4.5 seconds. (7) Sports Car Racing: Sports car racing takes place in a closed circuit and in this race, and purpose-built cars and sports cars production versions compete. This race is special for long distances, up to 1,000 miles and that's why this race involves more than one driver to switch between them. (8) Off-Road Racing: The name says it all, the careers of some modified cars takes place off the road at a distance of city traffic. In the famous championship series is CORR road. (9) Hill Climbing: This type of race includes races for the achievement of better times. The cars have to climb the steep hill and the car with the best completion time is the winner (10). Kart Racing: Generally, most of the fans of motorsport career started in karting. The race tracks are very small and the karts used in the race are very different from ordinary cars that run on roads. This article is ModernImage.net for graphics and car decals ModernImage visit. Your source for graphic body, with over 5,000 combinations of designs and colors. Custom graphics and race logos also available.

A Love Affair With Hot Chicks, Fast Cars, And Insane Crashes

Motorsport Mad has it all understood. People love to see fast cars car long before the muscle car of the 70th Screamers modern sports cars. People who drive cars too fast and have to go faster than other fast cars. Since the discovery that if you put a motor and a wheel go faster together, the human race has fallen in love.

He soon realized that there was nothing in the face of the planet is hotter than a beautiful woman dressed in a badly seated astride wheels. No matter how many wheels you have or how big it is, if you can feel the power and see it fly, you're hooked. The hot babe makes your imagination into overtime. If two, four, six, eight, ten or Eighteen people wheels have always found a way to make it faster and give more power. After all, this is what it is, right? Have some Honda and carried out and dropped his head, he ran a camera and a soft clutch, a couple of bottles of NOS and heard screams. Or losing a 67 GTO, ream the engine, throw in some heavy piston with high flow four-barrel carburetors and a shovel in the hood. There is the sound a stampede on the road, as the horses gather under you.

Rev up and the car begins to yield. You're out of the starting line in total control of a roaring, thunderous assault of all possible emotions joy hate - sometimes all at once. You went a quarter mile in ten seconds with the power to perform. Maybe you are potentially serious? Do you prefer the roar of two diesel engines with 18 straight 8 precision tools polished, chrome dual batteries, six 30-inch wheels and a big chrome grille to go nose to nose? Welcome home! Motorsport Mad is a video sharing site for people who love to see what a machine can do. They almost two dozen key categories, with video taken from the average Joe and the professionals who were in the right place at the right time to capture some of the most impressive films I've seen. They have everything from hot girls in the track, the crowd of shock for Formula 1, to trucks. Enjoy the photos taken by others and contribute some of their own.

If you are using videos and the best action shots most popular vehicles around the world, then this is the place for you. So check out Mad Motorsport, with a bag of popcorn, a soda and a couple of hours to enjoy the best. You get to experience the romance with power from a unique - is the spectator, but it is so close that you feel like you can hear the roar of engines and the smell of hot girls decorate the video, as only they can.

Miscellaneous Racing Sports

Racing is a sport that has been in place for thousands of years. It's certainly been under way since the days of chariot races in ancient Greece, but the unit continues to run behind it. When people race, regardless of whether they are cars, boats, horses or themselves they do to win. Being the fastest is declared the final goal. Careers have progressed significantly since its creation. History shows that the first races were on foot, two or more races of men among themselves to determine which was the fastest. We ran on foot, and may be competitive with rivals that compete for the prestige of Olympic gold medals. Competitions involving cars have gained popularity in recent years. Motorsport fans can attest to the fact that watching a race in Formula One or NASCAR can get the blood pumping.

The pilots race at breakneck speed, with an incredible amount of precision. Gallery full of fans and millions more to take in the races to see their homes as men and women who drive cars and try to out race each other. There are many different types of car chases and other fan favorite is the rally. Rally car racing is on the streets of cities on a regular basis. This course is a challenge for the driver, because in the course of each race who face a path that is unfamiliar to them. One of the aspects of rally racing car that makes it unique is that it's done all year.

Races take place in all kinds of weather and climate is not really a problem. The cars are specially designed for the race and focus on the transition of drivers from point to point within the course. Another popular type of racing involves wheels, but only two. A motorcycle rally is a rapidly growing sport and those who are interested not just young people. There are several variations of motorcycle racing. One is called motocross in which participants bring to earth. They run a hard type of obstacle course, with its motion, including handling becomes difficult and jumps. Most motocross is an amateur level and there are courses specifically designed for the driver of youth. The other type of motorcycle racing is done on asphalt.

Some of these are the racing fans among people who want to see how their bikes over the competition. The others are men and women who have developed their leadership for the year in preparation for a specific tender procedure. The motorcycle races are held in different places around the world, with some of the cash prizes are considerable. Some types of races have human influenza, but the weight of speed is provided by another type of animal. Horse racing is an excellent example of this. Horse racing has been an interest of people for centuries. One of the most popular types of horse racing thoroughbred racing. Overall, thoroughbred racing involves a long piece of low-flying crotch. In this type of competition is a jockey who has been specially trained to guide the horse to victory.

This is the most popular form of horse racing and what most people mean when they say they are "going to the races." Another type of horse racing involves more than a straight sprint. The horse in this case not to exceed just a trace, but obstacles that include turns and jumps well. This is called National Hunt Racing and is widely seen in the UK. Racing if on foot, by car or animals is a sport that will never fade into oblivion. We are delighted with the speed and love to see people challenging each other to perform to their highest level possible