tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-48999722639763348372012-02-16T07:41:17.580ZTouring car news, views, rumours, videos and stuff.coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.comBlogger1191100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-3706380868985129942009-03-21T21:45:00.002Z2009-03-21T21:47:55.855Z

Not content with giving us the most hours of BTCC TV coverage per season ever, next week ITV4 will be showing the following:British Touring CarsSunday 29th March on ITV 4 from 2:15pm to 3:15pmCrashes and SmashesA look at some of the biggest crashes from the past 15 years of the British Touring Car Championship, featuring interviews with Tim Harvey, Tom Chilton, Matt Jackson and Gordon Shedden

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-77014807987386360052009-03-18T23:01:00.003Z2009-03-18T23:23:55.726Z

There's been a surprising amount of announcements on Media Day Eve, leading some to suggest that there's a big surprise on the cards for Thursday,What we've learned for sure today:Team Halfords is no more, as Team Dynamics will be running with a sleek black lookMotorbase will be known as Airwaves BMW, which I'm sure Tim Harvey or Ben Edwards will misstate as "Airbase" at least once this

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Motorbase are expected to announce on Thursday that they have signed up Wrigley's Airwaves as a title sponsor for 2009. Airwaves have previously had a big presence in the two-wheeled world sponsoring the GSE Yamaha team in BSB last year, and currently sponsor the WRC coverage on Dave. The team is expected to be on the entry list as "Airwaves BMW".

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The wraps are off on the first Cartridge World Carbon Zero Racing car, and very smart it is too.

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As deduced previously, it's Aon. See the photos over at TCT.

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A week or so back a 10/10ths poster suggested AA would be the main sponsor for the Arena Focus project. Well, courtesy of Mike Hoyer's excellent photos over at Talk Photography Chilton did indeed sport an AA logo on his helmet at the first test the other day (photo 4); but that's most likely a hangover from the AA sponsorship of Dynamics last year. Plus that AA yellow would clash horrifically

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Well, kinda. He'll be doing a mix of British GT, FIA GT and Britcar in an Aston for Nicholas Mee Racing (NMR). According to the Daily Record:The 51-year-old Glaswegian completed only four races last year with A Tech due to the worldwide financial crisis.A shame indeed. Hopefully in 2009 he's got a team behind him that are financially secure and won't be affected by such economic problems? In

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The article won't tell fans much they don't know, but Susie certainly looks good in those pics for the Mail on Sunday. She'll have a way to go in order to match Danica Patrick in her two Sports Illustrated spreads though.

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And very good looking it is too.

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Scalextric Team RAC BMW of Colin TurkingtonFantastic looking Motorbase Steven Kane 1:43 model (and it's signed)A 1:43 model of Charlie Cox's '95 Mondeo. Replicating his Thruxton crash with it will probably depreciate its value somewhat.

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Circle March 2nd in your diaries now... no it's not because it's the first unveiling of the new FPA-clone-series-for-Formula-Master-rejects-and-sons-of-fairly-well-known-racing-drivers-with-questionable-talent* Formula Two car, but Tom Chilton will be giving some demonstration laps at Brands Hatch in the new Arena Focus as part of MSV's launch day for the circuit. Priaulx will be putting his

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Form Northern South Ltd's annual accounts, for the year ended 31/3/08:Northern South has entered into an agreement with SEAT (UK) whereby it runs the race programme in addition to the preparatory work on the cars. The basis of these arrangements is that Northern South Ltd are entitled to receive commission after each race event providing that the cars' performance in those races meet certain

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Take part! Win prizes! Help the sport!

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Forum rumours have it that Arena will be out testing their new Focus this Thursday at Snetterton. However, MSV's testing days page indicates that Wednesday and Thursday at the Norfolk track are for single-seaters only. Judging from this week's Autosport interview all appears on track, although going by Mike Earle's comments any second driver is likely to be signed on a race-by-race basis at best.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-77126595723510003502008-11-22T21:29:00.002Z2008-11-22T21:42:45.666Z

Turns out the Vaulkhards own those Lacettis, and Robertshaw won't be running them in '09They might, however, return to run Alan Taylor againMeanwhile, those Lacettis are up for sale and Harry isn't sure what next season will bringJason Hughes hopes to wheel out a second MG for '09TCT reports the Arena Ford Focus saloon project looks actually set to run; and they expect Chilton to be heading up

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-10109077982405955002008-11-17T00:08:00.005Z2008-11-17T00:24:05.437Z

Has Liam McMillan bought Huffy's 2008 Chevvy?CWCZR (CVR? CZR? CWCVCZR?) are on course to pick up their first Leon next month. Yes it's a rehash of what they previously announced; but it's off-season and also a way to dissuade those naysayers.Crash.net reveals their readers' rankings for the best 2008 BTCC drivers. No real surprises.Those Volvo/Plato rumours... obviously there's never any chance

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She's only 15, but Alice Powell, seen in 2008 racing in the Ginetta Jr championship, has apparently been offered a BTCC drive for 2010. Admittedly her main aim is F1, but she's such a big Plato fan that the draw of the BTCC might yet sway her.There is no real overtaking in F1, but the BTCC races are very exciting and the people involved are so friendly

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Any ideas?

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Isn't off-season rubbish? Anyway, here's an attempt at a summary of BTCC-related news and rumours from the last week or so:Andy Jordan will be testing his new Vectra in Spain later this month.2008 review DVD is out today - all 467 minutes of it. Let's hope there's no cock-up with the disc pressing this time.Those Ford/Arena rumours are back againBTCC is safe on ITV until 2010

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-72373754580488534092008-10-28T20:41:00.004Z2008-10-28T20:53:02.073Z

Joining Motorbase at Brands today was Team RAC, and they elected to give Dutchman Ricardo van der Ende a run, and he was reportedly quicker than Stephen Jelley's pole run. I'm not sure lapping quicker than Jelley is much to be excited about; but it's good to see Dick Bennetts considering the options for a third car. Ricardo won the Formula Ford Festival way back in '99, but had a patchy career

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Tim Harvey was invited by Motorbase to test one of their cars at Brands today; and he was joined by a man who should have been in the BTCC well before now, Jonny Adam. Tomorrow (Weds) they'll give SEAT Eurocup driver James Nash a run, alongside GT and Porsche veteran Michael Caine. Touring Car Times reports Motorbase want to keep both '08 drivers on if possible, so fingers crossed for a third car.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-15313797905388736962008-08-26T23:53:00.005+01:002008-08-26T23:56:55.466+01:00

Courtesy of Rick Kerry who has kindly been updating fans on the btcc.net forum:Our plan is to run the car at snetterton the week after silverstone if its all ok and the btcc will let us then i will run at brands...This year has been soooooo frustrating as parts to upgrade are not off the shelf like the petrols.Ive also had so much going on in my personal life..But things for me and Nick are

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-81556548869591453032008-08-26T22:03:00.004+01:002008-08-26T23:52:04.321+01:00

That's what Xero insider tbd has posted on the forums. Finally running the Lexus, or just prepping one of the classic BTCC cars at the Silverstone legends parade...Edit: Yup, it's just an old Cavalier in the parade. Damn rumours.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-57870039285739306072008-08-25T22:57:00.002+01:002008-08-25T23:00:15.110+01:00

This months's award goes to BTCCROX (yes, it's all capitals) for the following:I remember watching British F3 Highlights from Brands Hatch a few weeks ago, and one driver retired from the race, cus he wasn't gonna score any points. I was just asking, if this would be allowed in the BTCC? If not, what penalties will be handed out to the drivers/teams etc?Gow's reply is remarkably restrained,

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Too stingy to shell out for BTCC tickets? Try the following:Metro.co.uk is giving away five pairs of Silverstone weekend ticketscrash.net have two pairsAnd the Daily Telegraph have some to give away as well.Good luck!

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-1982600799374906522008-07-18T11:43:00.004+01:002008-07-18T11:47:37.627+01:00

Remember that "young driver" Robertshaw claimed was showing "serious interest" in the second Chevy? Well it's young Euan Hankey who's been out testing the team's Lacetti and looks set to race at Knockhill and the final two race meetings of the season.Hankey acquitted himself well in Formula BMW and performed reasonably in his limited EuroF3 outings, so this could well be the next Stephen Jelley

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Previous reports indicated Matt would be back at Robertshaw for his home race. However, it appears he's switching to Clios for the remainder of the season instead. Meanwhile the team claims there's "serious interest" in the vacant drive, and hope to put a young driver in for three of the last four meetings (presumably not Knockhill then).

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The team have yet to pick up their actual racecars, but there's already talk of a third machine for the Scottish squad:The team plans to run two Seat Leon Cupra racecars on bio fuel and, if funding can be secured, introduce a third car with an engine which will run on bio-methane - a waste gas more harmful than CO2 but when burnt releases near zero CO2.http://www.eemsonline.co.uk/news/20-06-08_2

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Well done Andy. And about time too.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-52406957139424838032008-06-13T00:38:00.003+01:002008-06-13T00:54:19.639+01:00

It's a six week gap between BTCC meetings, due to some some overpaid continental types kicking an inflated pig bladder around a field for an hour and a half every other evening. Still, there's some news and/or made-up stuff to keep BTCC fans occupied for a while...Clyde Valley Racing actually announce entry. And it look s like it's for real!Robertshaw Racing have their two Lacetti's up for sale

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-75592809052382285542008-06-13T00:22:00.003+01:002008-06-13T00:37:58.486+01:00

After all their "hype" (which was, to be fair, just a lot a sponsor proposal material available for all to see on the interweb hyped up by numerous rumourmongers on the forums) Clyde Valley Racing (aka Cartridge World Carbon Zero Racing) look set to go in 2009.According to Dan Eaves, both he and title sponsor Cartridge World have a two year deal in place, and press releases suggest the team will

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-69556968428886812932008-06-08T12:57:00.002+01:002008-06-08T13:04:26.952+01:00

The new series of Top Gear will include a feature by Richard Hammond on "a birthday tribute to Touring Cars". Presumably this will be in honour of the BTCC's 50 years. The new series of Top Gear is expected to start on June 22.

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Notwithstanding the subtle removal of the #19 and #48 cars from the btcc.net entry list page, Matthew Gore is still confident Team 48 will be out in some form after the break:I got confirmation from Luther [Blisset] that we should be at Snetterton in July. The cars have been aquired but sponsorship hasn't come through to run it due to the set backs, Darelle [Wilson] is ready and waiting now and

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-84399101649951894082008-06-01T18:28:00.012+01:002008-06-01T19:34:39.185+01:00

Following the success of internet-based fan consortium myfootballclub look what's appeared: myracingclub.com. It's a nice and flashy looking website, but what's it all about, is it viable, or is it some sort of scam?The concept is simple: members are invited to sign up, pay around £40 for their "stake" which is then used to fund the buyout of a team. Members don't have to pay immediately - once a

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-82816918048432686252008-05-28T23:46:00.002+01:002008-05-28T23:52:06.817+01:00

Cox's one-liners should fit in well with the Top Gear format. With both an Australian and American version (simply called "Gear") in production it'll be interesting to see how the format makes the transition away from the UK.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-85889152445316560462008-05-14T21:21:00.001+01:002008-05-14T21:23:32.102+01:00

Watch it on iPlayer here.

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Apparently racing license issues have been one of the main factors behind Team 48's no-show so far this season. Matthew Gore and the JMMC are believed to have convinced The Powers That Be, but ToCA are yet to be persuaded that young Darelle Wilson is experienced enough to mix it with the big boys. Matthew reckons that the team will be on the lookout for another driver for the #19 car if Darelle

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-51486626563011623102008-05-12T21:52:00.005+01:002008-05-12T22:08:34.159+01:00

The quickest BTCC driver in a reasonably priced car has pulled out citing "sponsor issues". Crash says Robertshaw are seeking out a partner for Harry at Thruxton - may I suggest Gareth Howell, who won't be racing for BTC now Stockton has rediscovered the joy of a car that doesn't break down after three laps?

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-13003667781069916892008-05-11T17:02:00.001+01:002008-05-11T17:02:57.816+01:00

Motoring journalist Tom Ford and racing driver Jason Plato swap engine oil for olive oil and rev up for another classic twenty-minute cooking challenge with Ainsley Harriott.BBC Two, Wed 14 May, 16:30 - 17:15

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Ben Edwards will be over at Brands doing A1GP next weekend, so BTCC viewers will be treated to John Hindhaugh once more. Simon Hill is also part of the A1 team, but ITV are again drafting in the surprisingly competent-at-the-microphone Rob Huff.Following David Leslie's death, Eurosport have signed up fellow Scot and ex-BTCC champion John Cleland to partner Martin Haven. John rarely holds back on

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So says this Polish article which some online translator just about made comprehensible.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-34930080527236840162008-04-27T20:43:00.002+01:002008-04-27T20:45:48.144+01:00

The (long awaited?) 1980s-Chav-Escrot-lookalike WTCC Lada has been captured on video testing in Holland (thanks to TCT for the story).

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-23770221283458167842008-04-27T20:08:00.002+01:002008-04-27T21:09:56.802+01:00

Stephane Ortelli's Oreca has a massive accident at Monza today, suffering only a broken ankle. Flies over McNish's Audi and misses it by literally inches.

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Team 48 didn't make it at Rockingham. Alfa Fan claims they're dead in the water. But then he also reckoned CMS would be at Brands with two Toledos. No further news to report from the Jamaican racing forums.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-79130804922301936672008-04-17T02:01:00.000+01:002008-04-17T02:23:52.875+01:00

Platos' latest excuses for Sun readers can be read here.

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coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-78430307538004553922008-04-12T01:51:00.000+01:002008-04-12T01:52:09.119+01:00

For Rockingham.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-87187360691115858962008-04-11T16:10:00.003+01:002008-04-11T16:14:05.883+01:00

Not looking good alas - BBC are reporting heavy showers for Sunday. At least shelter at the Rock is pretty good - you wouldn't want heavy showers at Brands, with nowhere to take cover...

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-31546234047206236742008-04-10T23:01:00.006+01:002008-04-10T23:08:26.268+01:00

In the post today: a pair of free tickets for Rockingham this weekend. Presumably it's the result of some competition or other I entered, but the letter didn't really elaborate on that.Oh, and further to the rant about getting to the Rock via public transport, the letter helpfully tells the reader that Kettering station is serviced by Midland Mainline, a train company that ceased to be last

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-10288195344584864942008-04-10T22:30:00.000+01:002008-04-10T22:38:14.165+01:00

Posts on Jamaican racing forums claim that Matthew Gore (or is it Goré?) has flown back to Blighty and should be in the middle of 5(!) days of testing with the team. Apparently.Update: They won't be at Rockingham after all. Time to start guessing who'll be on the grid first - Xero or 48?

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-49132587726871323772008-04-10T10:54:00.000+01:002008-04-10T10:55:10.304+01:00

Motorsport News reports Jelley will most likely be racing in Dubai this weekend in GP2 Asia, having not negotiated his way out of his ART deal. There's no doubt that WSR will field two cars however, as Dick Bennetts has three drivers (according to Autosport) in mind to take his place. Danny Watts is one man reckoned to be on that shortlist, and a good choice too. (Did you know Danny recently got

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-8299998905299309882008-04-10T00:05:00.000+01:002008-04-10T00:50:21.218+01:00

Thanks to the ever reliable Northants Evening Telegraph:A one-way inbound system will be in operation at the Mitchell Road entrance between 8am and midday however, Shelton Road will remain open to two-way traffic at all times. Anyone being dropped off at the circuit is advised to use this entrance.There are no road closures planned, however restrictions will be in place to stop motorists turning

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-88651977096582808992008-04-06T23:41:00.001+01:002008-04-06T23:43:18.785+01:00

Sometimes I wonder why Alan even bothers replying to some of these.I was just wondering why the Seat Cupra's aren't in the support package this year, is it due to lack of entries?See the thread here.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-66219198564536904172008-04-03T22:26:00.004+01:002008-04-03T22:50:43.374+01:00

Rockingham has been posting little green hints on various pages on their website lately. Some are useful, practical things like making sure your tyres are inflated to the right pressure, cut down on the crap that's weighing down your car etc. But asking punters to use public transport to get to the Speedway... how's that going to happen? Their How to get to us page is rather silent on getting to

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-44768792518860386972008-03-31T19:42:00.004+01:002008-03-31T19:49:50.134+01:00

You're gotta admire the ticket touts who stand *right* by the sign saying "Tickets bought from touts will not be valid for entry."MSV - please put down some bark or *something* along that path up to Druids. After the rain everyone needed crampons and a sherpa to get up there.Porsches - 11 cars and 34 laps doth not a good race make.To those who seem to come and spectate just to see "some crash" -

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-91730161641871079312008-03-31T19:35:00.002+01:002008-03-31T19:42:01.235+01:00

RIP David. One of the most colourful and yet most gentlemanly racers the BTCC saw. And the only man to get a podium finish for Proton.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-52466266303629106482008-03-29T01:40:00.002Z2008-03-29T01:51:30.900Z

The man formerly known as touring car driver/owner John TopGear and John B&Q, and subsequently reviled by York City Soccer Club fans as John Batchelor has resurfaced; and this time he's looking to buy Mansfield Town and rename it after the fictional Sky One team Harchester united. Have a look here to see John field questions from rather loyal Mansfield fans who ain't too happy at the prospect...

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-29634664946998728252008-03-25T22:33:00.003Z2008-03-25T22:37:09.031Z

Giovanardi on whether new team-mate Neal is a threat:No. I am Italian. We have something called the Mafia.Neal on Plato:If I was his milkman I'd be delivering his milk at the wrong time.Ooohh...

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-41009102145350784312008-03-21T00:56:00.001Z2008-03-21T01:19:06.191Z

...is what theme tune should they use for the coverage. Obviously. That's assuming the removal and swift execution of James Allen is a formality.The BBC used the end of Fleetwood Mac's "The Chain" as the signature tune of their coverage right from 1978 to then end of the BBC era in 1996. Despite rose-tinted fan fawning over the Beeb's coverage, the BBC F1 intro was usually merely a brief

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-90585129583932037172008-03-21T00:27:00.002Z2008-03-21T00:30:35.349Z

Click here or on the link on the right for the 2008 BTCC drinking game. As ever it will be updated during the season (and most likely before round 1 if CMS and Xero enter!). Enjoy, but just remember the extended coverage hours means you might want to take it a bit easier... ;)

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-38879424656648922892008-03-20T18:17:00.004Z2008-03-20T18:28:22.024Z

Their first Lexus has been out testing at Oulton in a very fetching dark blue/yellow (head over to TCT for the pics) and there's also a "spy shot" of the 2nd on their website. Speculation has Tommy Erdos and Mark Jones set for the drives, but methinks it's Nick Adcock behind the wheel in those photos.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-14709763128075705022008-03-20T01:47:00.008Z2008-04-06T23:41:44.520+01:00

With his special red font and EMPHASISED captitalised WORDS as WELL to make HIS point, this month's award goes to robinbox for the following:http://btcc.net/forum/showthread.php?t=5829I have been trying to find out if BTCC is going to be on TV and so far I AM still waiting to find out.... and if so what channel it might be on,Surely with a race so close someone should know by now, I have been

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-83953114278972085352008-03-19T18:45:00.003Z2008-03-19T18:53:04.552Z

Good news: Harvey and Edwards stay on as commentators.Bad news: Ted Kravitz is back. Grr. Although he can't do Brands Hatch next weekend so we enjoy Steve Rider instead! There's a blast from the past. Joining them will be former Gladiator and winner of the 1995 "Miss Wessex" competition Janie Omorogbe. She has been doing the BSB coverage so I guess she knows the score.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-39459261712119226462008-03-16T21:38:00.002Z2008-03-16T21:41:22.925Z

Infamous clash between David Leslie and John Bintcliffe at Silverstone in 1997. Classic choice language from the Leslie at the end, as ever.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-69212946271256431492008-03-15T01:15:00.002Z2008-03-15T01:44:14.091Z

team48's Matthew Gore - the BTCC's first ever Jamaican driver. And possibly the most unknown driver entered into the BTCC in recent years. Let's face it, we knew more about Farique Hairuman in 2004. Hairuman! Anyways, here's a few interesting facts about Matthew Gore.Born: Texas (!) USA on 24/07/79First started racing in 1995 with an '86 Toyota StarletIn 1999 he bought a '95 Mitsubishi Colt RS,

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-3056590577363255972008-03-13T17:04:00.002Z2008-03-13T17:09:04.589Z

I must say that this is a very big series here in Eng as they say its second to F1 as far as coverage,hipe,media and fans are concerned... the experience and professionalism is overwhelming.It'll be a tough transition for him coming from Jamaica, where he's used to racing Evos and Subarus round rallies and the one road circuit in the country.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-48272499691581331572008-03-12T01:09:00.004Z2008-03-12T01:13:23.470Z

Enjoy Media Day all you who have managed to get the day off to trek to Rockingham. Just remember, as its name suggests, it's primarily designed for the media, so please don't complain too much about the lack of pitlane access/photo opps/burger stands etc.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-70854332995453647982008-03-11T22:01:00.002Z2008-03-11T22:12:37.364Z

Rumour: Team48/Windrush Motorsport all set for a couple of Alfa Romeos to be unveiled tomorrow with Darelle Wilson and Jamaican driver Matthew Gore. Footballers Blisset, Barnes and Ferdinand are involved with the team, who have entered a few Britcar races previously. As for the name... 48 being 1948, the year the SS Empire Windrush brought the first wave of Caribbean immigrants over to Britain.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-51364306024036022322008-03-07T00:11:00.002Z2008-03-07T00:25:22.804Z

Will there be any surprises on the BTCC entry list comes next Tuesday? Annoyingly btcc.net have been pretty hot on the news this off-season, leaving little room for excitement come Rockingham next week. It's pretty much sorted there'll be 25 cars at least (that's assuming Kane and Collard are in with Motorbase, and AFM will definitely be running a 2nd car for Leason).Xero - Autosport did say Nick

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-8984503816165959002008-03-06T17:36:00.002Z2008-03-06T17:39:47.860Z

As expected, A-Tech have swapped the BTCC for British GTs and will be campaigning the #10 Ferrari with Richard Marsh and Anthony Reid.Also of note on the GT entry list is Paul O'Neill, who'll hopefully be getting his first full season of racing in yonks, and Luke Hines. Adam Jones is listed, but as Autosport reported a couple of weeks ago he's expected to do a full BTCC season (but with whom?)

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-35059013011694888662008-03-05T11:11:00.002Z2008-03-05T11:13:40.769Z

Martyn Bell's Astra Sport Hatch out testing at Snetterton. AS you can see, it's pretty much identical to Erkut's car, but with prominent placement for his new sponsor.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-22524122117173965092008-03-01T16:08:00.004Z2008-03-01T16:10:44.623Z

So farewell the familiar btcc.net numberplate; for 2008 it's all about ITV4. So hopefully no more moaners unable to find what channel the BTCC's on. Hopefully.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-64080843755719463092008-02-29T23:38:00.001Z2008-02-29T23:38:21.750Z

What's with the white stripes on Turkington's car? Jelley doesn't have them...

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-50983647229651564042008-02-29T23:34:00.004Z2008-02-29T23:37:53.400Z

Nice deeper red and a cleaner scheme for John George.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-10449674360459374542008-02-27T23:27:00.005Z2008-02-27T23:47:11.945Z

Couple of weeks until Media Day; I make a car count of 25 pretty much locked in (yes, there are TBAs for Motorbase; but I doubt they'd invest in brand new Beemers without being sure of getting a couple of decent peddlers in there). VX Racing - Vauxhall VectraGiovanardiNealOnslow-ColeSEAT Sport UK - SEAT LeonPlatoTurnerTeam Halfords - Honda CivicSheddenChltonTeam RAC - BMW

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-11692820199404745452008-01-24T22:24:00.000Z2008-01-24T22:27:39.051Z

For those who waited ages for the BTCC 2008 review DVD but are still receiving a faulty Disc 1 (*cough* HMV) you can send it back to Duke for a replacement:Freepost 1200Duke MarketingPO Box 40Isle of ManIM99 1DDObviously don't forget to let them know your address and where you got the faulty disc from (*cough* HMV).

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-53345719755168531462008-01-22T23:36:00.000Z2008-01-22T23:45:24.332Z

Maybe.“There is a possibility of quite a big name joining us, but it’s a long way from finalised at the moment."So says Gary Robertshaw. Mind you, that article also says they'll be running two "Lancettis" [sic]. And take note, forum rumour-mongers and Wikipedia editors - no mention of plans for another Honda.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-37525251309989377912008-01-21T01:11:00.000Z2008-01-21T01:16:02.697Z

Awesome.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-85096819847491663262008-01-18T22:46:00.000Z2008-01-18T22:51:36.855Z

We're hearing rumours it'll be ITV4 and not Setanta Sports who'll be showing all-day BTCC plus support race coverage for 2008. Good news if true...

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-14768456751413815392007-12-30T15:39:00.000Z2007-12-30T15:41:32.329Z

http://www.sundaylife.co.uk/sport/article3294069.eceHowever, Turkington will have to get used to a new team-mate in 2008. Former Renault Clio champion Tom Onslow-Cole has moved on to join Vauxhall where he will drive the team's third Vectra next season."I think Tom struggled a little bit with the BMW and wanted to get back to front-wheel-drive again," adds Turkington. "I have no idea who will be

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-23313612109325201832007-12-19T20:25:00.000Z2007-12-21T19:14:59.694Z

The release date has been postponed numerous times, but it seems as though online retailers are starting to ship out copies of the 2007 BTCC DVD today. Some are already in the shops; I managed to pick up a copy from HMV today. But there's a rather large fault in the copy I purchased... despite the discs saying "Disc 1" and "Disc 2" (see photo) they both actually contain the disc 2 content (i.e.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-74695357055157581662007-12-10T23:30:00.000Z2007-12-10T23:41:54.396Z

After posting links to those Motorbase BMW pics on btcc.net/forum I'm now apparently permanently banned. They did at first remove the "offending" post (which contained only links to images hosted on btcc.net), and then the entire thread (which I didn't start). Ah well, Vive la Free Speech.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-39497260278510336552007-12-10T17:05:00.001Z2007-12-10T23:30:14.348Z

This is what happens when you have a day off work and waste time digging around btcc.net. These would be the cars bought off Schnitzer as was reported around Macau time presumably. Announcement expected later this week. Suspicions were raised when Motorbase changed their own website to include a Motorbase-branded Beemer on the header.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-85285176887530287042007-12-01T17:28:00.000Z2007-12-01T17:30:03.891Z

Bought one Lacetti from Denmark, with an option on the second... roughly translated from http://www.dtc-net.dk/The two Chevrolet Lacettier, Chevrolet Motorsport Denmark inserted in the 2007-version of Danish Touringcar Championship, are still in the workshop in Grindløse in the north western Funen. In the windscreen of one it stand Sold, while it still is a To sales sign in the other. "When we

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-12545744736777705062007-11-27T00:14:00.000Z2007-11-27T00:18:34.552Z

Nevermind the dodgy pose. Apparently Colin Turkington is the new Lewis Hamilton, according to the Electric New Paper, Singapore. And what a naughty boy he turns out to be:My girlfriend in Ireland is just as hot as [Hamilton's girlfriend] is, but in Macau, I'm single and available.' Shocking.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-62319377388757107392007-11-27T00:11:00.000Z2007-11-27T00:24:06.750Z

Presumably if...the [SEAT Cupra 2008 champion] will have an opportunity to get behind the wheel of a third factory-backed BTCC Leon for one weekend...the SEAT are in until at least 2009?

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-71492126895449824702007-11-27T00:00:00.000Z2007-11-27T00:20:20.830Z

Autocar quoth:Rumours also abound that the Blue Oval is also about to re-enter the British Touring Car Championship. Perhaps a bet on them for BTCC winners in 2009 wouldn’t be such a long shot after all.Probably just got it from forum banter, but you never know.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-73489522523586509542007-11-21T00:39:00.000Z2007-11-21T00:41:09.424Z

That's what a grand total of 8 fans believe, according to this Facebook group. C'mon people...!

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-16832650246729266692007-11-20T22:05:00.000Z2007-11-27T00:20:45.722Z

Is Martyn Bell looking to replace his 320i?Why's Tom Boardman selling his Leon Supercopa?Did any engine from the BTC Lexus even complete 60 laps without blowing up?Too old to wheel out the Alfa 147 rumours again?Given that Encke Sport still haven't managed to flog their Astras, will they ever make it to the BTCC?Given that Chevys are for sale, what excuse do Clyde Valley Racing have now?Why not

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-33266860047279138682007-11-19T22:04:00.001Z2007-11-19T22:05:22.710Z

Best list I've seen yet saying who's where and in what.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-10742783333638795772007-11-14T21:24:00.000Z2007-11-14T21:31:40.663Z

Motorsport News says Radisich, Chilton and Rydell are in the running to replace Matt Neal at Team Halfords. However, word is that a deal with Chilton is all but publicly confirmed... methinks Neal Sr is just throwing a couple of fan-favourite names to the press so the fans keep talking. (Remember Jodie Kidd?!)

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-65137978890716564882007-11-08T23:45:00.000Z2007-11-08T23:53:26.007Z

Nice happy article about Hewden's sponsorship with Motorbase this year. Interestingly they weren't roped in by any particular driver or team; instead they were so impressed with the exposure potential of the BTCC they went straight to TOCA who pointed them in the direction of potential suitable teams.They're also looking to continue with Motorbase into 2008, which is good news all round.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-68167460309160896922007-11-08T23:21:00.000Z2007-11-08T23:38:46.537Z

OK, scratch the whole TH-George-Civic thing. John will be back with TH Motorsport in an Integra. That's at least 3 BTC spec cars set for '08.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-39160371863427226092007-11-05T22:02:00.000Z2007-11-08T23:39:44.157Z

Team Dynamics had a couple of Civics for sale in Autosport, now they don't. Word is John George wants to upgrade his Integra.TCT reckons Turner is no more with SEAT. Jonny Adam and Carl Breeze have both had their appetites whetted by their tests in the Leon, but they're not expected to line-up alongside Plato come Brands Indy.According to MN Rob Collard wants back in tourers for '08. Smart money

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-31269497740003935442007-11-05T22:00:00.000Z2007-11-05T22:02:02.046Z

7 hours! 2 discs! Duke might even be able to fit all of Plato's ego on it this time.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-74492756866816049722007-10-22T23:38:00.000+01:002007-10-23T00:00:17.985+01:00

After his lacklustre 2007 season most thought Tom would turn his attention to ALMS or similar, especially now Neal has been confirmed alongside champ Gio for '08. However Tom's recent comments in Autosport indicate he's set to carry on driving on these shores next year, either with a "3rd manufacturer" or with another team given that he has a big sponsor behind him. Word is Arena are building

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-77164327170344340692007-10-22T23:32:00.000+01:002007-10-22T23:38:23.672+01:00

The 2007 review DVD will be available next month - Duke say the 26th, other retailers reckon it's the 19th. Best price seen so far is £10.99 including delivery from HMV.Judging by the preliminary cover art Duke obviously betted on Plato winning the championship, but expect to see Gio's green and red VX machine adorning the sleeve by the time it drops through your letterbox.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-70712506152235798412007-08-29T19:45:00.000+01:002007-08-29T19:47:20.725+01:00

Those nice people at Virgin Media are offering Setanta Sports 1, 2 and Golf free to all ther customers this weekend. That means you can watch the Manchester Utd game for free, hooray! Plus there's some top British motorsport on in Scotland somewhere which is being televised all day on Setanta Sports 2 apparently..

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-50301407283292579042007-08-23T22:48:00.000+01:002007-08-23T22:55:35.991+01:00

Fantastic just as at Brands, ITV will have extra coverage for Knockhill BTCC. With ITV4 now apparently starting broadcasting at lunchtimes at weekends (as opposed to 6pm weekdays) hopefully this arrangement can continue into 2008. It was great to enjoy bonus support race coverage on ITV4 from Brands and given the 2 hour slot again for Knockhill that should continue. It'll probably be those

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4899972263976334837.post-425864113305425502007-08-06T22:42:00.000+01:002007-08-23T22:46:08.442+01:00

Those lovely people at RenaultSport have made (most of) the Clio feature races available to view on their website, complete with Ben Edwards and Simon Hill's lovely commentary. Enjoy the action here!.

coshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00956450074484638940noreply@blogger.com0