Formula One, Le Mans, rallying and the engineering that reaches road cars a decade later.
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Manthey Racing’s Porsche 911 GT3 RSR secured the overall win at the 2011 Nürburgring 24 Hours, setting a new distance record and demonstrating the car’s reliability under pressure.
Two BMWs suffered heavy accidents during the 2011 Nürburgring 24 Hours, with the 318 IS vaulting the barriers and the Z4 GT3 hitting the wall after contact.
Mauro Calo will attempt to slide a Mercedes-AMG saloon for 12 laps around Mercedes-Benz World, aiming to surpass the existing 2.44km drift record.
Jens Eklund’s custom Audi A5, now packing 1000hp from a turbocharged five-cylinder engine, is stripped and modified for serious drag strip performance.
Renault team owner Gerard Lopez has confirmed Robert Kubica will not race again in 2011 as the driver continues his recovery from injuries sustained in a rally crash.
Renault Sport Technologies has unveiled a radically modified Dacia Duster with 850hp, built specifically to challenge the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in June 2011.
Virgin Racing and Renault have dismissed speculation that Jérôme d’Ambrosio will be dropped before the end of the 2011 Formula One season, citing a valid contract and ongoing support.
Marco Mapelli survived a dramatic six-roll accident on the start-finish straight during the 2011 Porsche Carrera Cup Italia race at Imola, escaping injury despite the severity of the wreck.
Red Bull Racing is working to resolve its KERS reliability issues during the three-week break before the 2011 Turkish Grand Prix, following repeated problems for both Vettel and Webber.
The 2007 Formula One champion will tackle a split schedule this year, running a full World Rally Championship campaign while making his NASCAR debut in the United States.
Flavio Briatore has called on Ferrari to shift resources to its 2012 Formula One car after a disappointing start to the 2011 season with the 150 Italia.
Sebastian Vettel led from pole to chequered flag at the Australian Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton second and Vitaly Petrov taking a surprise podium for Renault.
Sebastian Vettel led from start to finish in Melbourne as Red Bull opted to remove KERS entirely, yet still outpaced rivals by a clear margin.
David Coulthard has criticised the ongoing debate over the Australian Grand Prix’s future, as political and financial arguments continue to surround the Melbourne event.
Bernie Ecclestone has raised doubts over the future of the Australian Grand Prix, suggesting the 2011 season opener may be the last at Albert Park.
Nick Heidfeld revealed he held discussions with Renault during the 2010 Formula One season, setting the stage for his eventual 2011 race seat after Robert Kubica’s accident.
Organisers halted the GP2 Asia round at Sakhir after anti-government protests intensified in Bahrain, casting doubt on Formula One’s 2011 season opener.
Political unrest and targeted protests in Bahrain have left the 2011 Formula One season opener in doubt, with organisers and teams monitoring the situation closely.
Sebastian Vettel voiced concerns in 2011 over Formula One’s new adjustable rear wings, warning that easier overtaking could undermine the sport’s challenge and spectacle.
Juha Kankkunen piloted a Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible to 205.48mph on the frozen Baltic Sea, breaking his own previous world record for speed on ice.
Robert Kubica, recovering from severe injuries sustained in a rally accident, has spoken publicly for the first time and expressed his intention to race again this season.
Nick Heidfeld is reportedly poised to join Renault for the 2011 Formula One season after Robert Kubica's rally crash, with the team evaluating options during pre-season testing.
Volkswagen has unveiled the Race Touareg 3, a revised diesel rally car developed to defend its Dakar title in January 2011, with aerodynamic and mechanical upgrades.
Plans for the Formula One United States Grand Prix in Austin detail a 900-acre circuit near Elroy, with major investment from Red McCombs and construction due to start in December 2010.