Aldo Gordini born.

Lola teams first Formula One start

Tony Stewart born.

Ralph Firman Jnr born.

Last GP at Dijon-Prenois (France)

Mike Gagliardo died in a Transam crash at Mosport in Canada

Rounds 2 and 3 of the MicksGarage.com Formula Sheane championship took place at the recently rejuvenated Bishopscourt Race Track near Downpatrick in Co Down. With car racing only returning to the circuit in 2012 I was yet to sample the delights of this fast flowing track which was held in such high regard by all [...]

An action packed third car race meeting of the Ulster season at Kirkistown organised by the 500 Motor Racing Club of Ireland takes place on Saturday 25 May. Single seater action comes the way of Formula Fords, Formula Vees and Formula Libre while Roadsports return for a double header and the low budget formula for [...]

Sunday 12th May saw my return to the stages, on the Carlow Stages Rally, on the back roads around Tullow. Myself and Dan arrived at the rally hoping for a good result, following all the work that had been put into improving the car over the course of the last few months. The morning saw [...]

Ah isn’t it just great that racing is back. This year saw a later start in the year than most recent times this is probably a good thing given the weather in Ireland the past few weeks. Con Connolly picked me up at 6am (I’d say bright and early but it was still dark) for [...]

Apologies for some passing of time since my last blog as my proverbial plate just seems to get bigger, however I?m not complaining when on that plate is the finest of Italian cuisine to be washed down by Super Tuscan red, it?s just a matter finding room for the intake of an extra course and [...]

Galway Motor Club, organisers of the Galway Summer Rally, are delighted to announce that The Carlton Shearwater Hotel, Ballinasloe in association with Ballinasloe Town will be the new title sponsors of the 2013 Galway Summer Stages Rally. Michelle Ryan, Marketing Manager of The Carlton commented ?We are delighted along with Ballinasloe Town to be the [...]

The second round of the European Le Mans Series takes place this coming weekend at the Italian circuit at Imola near Bologna, home of the former San Marino F1 Grand Prix. Planning to feature strongly among the nine Ferrari 458 Italias due to race at the 3 Hours of Imola are Ram Racing?s two gleaming [...]

The Cultra Hillclimb is staged at one of the oldest motorsport venues in the world and takes place on Saturday 1 June and local racing car constructor Crossle has a long association with the event. Based close by they are inviting customers past, present and potential to join with them at Cultra Manor where there [...]

The first Mayo & District Motorsport Club Autocross of the year took place on Sunday. Derek Deane from Williamstown won the event in his JB Buggy, continuing his great form from last year that saw him crowned the 2012 Frank Harrington Challenge Champion. Second home was Ian Barrett from Maynooth, with another member of the [...]

Entries for the 2013 ALMC Stages Rally which takes place on Sunday 7th July are now open with full regulations for the event available from the club. This year?s stages rally marks the 50th anniversary of the founding of the ALMC Motor Club and will for this year?s rally move to a new headquarters at [...]

The Brazilien Motocross Grand Prix, seventh round of the season 2013, will take place this weekend on the Beto Carrero track.

Sebastien Loeb will contest the seventh round of the European Rallycross Championship at Loheac aboard a Citroen DS3.

Sebastien Loeb took over the Peugeot 208 T16.This car is developed by Peugeot in the purpose to attack Pikes Peak, its 156 turns and its 4300 meters of altitude.

Pirelli has announced that it will introduce new tyres from the Canadian Grand Prix following criticism of the excessive degradation seen this season.

Kessel Racing gives the Tifosi something to cheer about at Monza.

When it comes to Texas and the Nationwide Series, don't mess with Kyle Busch!

Jota-Zytek Nissan squad when abbreviated ALMS opener at Silverstone.

Audi scored an impress one-two to win the Silverstone Tourist Trophy.

Sébastien Ogier wins third rally of 2013.

22 all pro entries for Blancpain opener at Monza.

Wayne Taylor Racing scored its first win of the 2012 Grand-Am Series at Barber Motorsports Park.

Former ALMS champion, Chris Dyson to race for Greaves in Silverstone 6-Hours.

Belgian squad WRT dominates race two at Nogaro.

Antonio Carioli and Jeffrey Herlings outclass the rest at round three of the World Motocross Championship at Valkenswaard.

Sam Hornish Jr. take NNS career win number two.

Sébastien Ogier dominates Rally Mexico.

Alpine will return to the 24 Hours of Le Mans this year, through a partnership with French squad Signatech.

American super-team Penske considering return to sports cars.

JRM Racing announces driver line-up for Blancpain Endurance Series.

35 cars for 6-Hours of Silverstone.