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Monday
A funny story?
The news that Peugeot is pulling out of the Le Mans Series, raised memories of the oft-forgotten Peugeot F1 project and, by coincidence the McLaren-Lamborghini prototype F1 car that was built and tested in the summer of 1993. At the time McLaren was looking for a new manufacturer to be its partner (following Honda’s last-minute [...]
Source: http://joesaward.wordpress.com/2012/01/20/a-funny-story/
Ernesto Brambilla Vittorio Brambilla Toni Branca Gianfranco Brancatelli
No, We Aren?t Dead
We’ve received some concerned tweets, emails, and comments about our whereabouts and I just wanted to drop in and ease your minds. No, we aren’t dead, haven’t been laid off, or been abducted by aliens. We are still deeply entrenched where we’ve always been. But after nearly four straight years of working on the blog [...] 
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Sunday
Silly Season? graphs included!
I will admit, I was having trouble filling some seemingly obvious holes in my silly season graph. But thanks to the wonderful work of Marshal Pruett, I feel there is enough information to finally start talking competently about the 2012 … Continue reading 
Source: http://anotherindycarblog.wordpress.com/2011/12/29/silly-season-graphs-included/
Skip Barber Paolo Barilla Rubens Barrichello Michael Bartels
Honda WSBK Press Release: Rea And Aoyama Complete Phillip Island Test
The Honda Racing press office issued a press release and video after the Ten Kate World Superbike squad tested the 2012 CBR1000RR at Phillip Island. The video follows below, after the press release:
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2012
Power Rankings: NASCAR infield essentials
Welcome to Power Rankings! Sure, it's the offseason, but that doesn't mean we can't kick around some arbitrary rankings like we were at an infield tailgate. And speaking of infield tailgates, let's give the Power Rankings for the most important items you'll need at your next gathering. Prepare accordingly.
1. Flags. You've got to represent. Doesn't matter if you've got a banner the size of an auto dealer's flag or a soap-scrawled "88" on your windshield; you've got to back your driver. Now, NASCAR drivers' propensity to change teams can throw a wrinkle into this, so here's a handy rule: the more popular the driver, the less time you have to change over your flags. Dale Earnhardt Jr. fans needed to ditch the old "8" merchandise within days. Clint Bowyer fans probably have a good six months of lead time. Casey Mears fans? You guys are looked on with a mixture of indifference and pity. Get to it when you can.
2. Beer. Seriously, you even need to ask? This is like saying "oxygen is necessary." Encompassed in this category are all forms of mixed drinks: Jack Daniels and Coke, Jack Daniels and ice, Jack Daniels and cereal, Jack Daniels and more Jack Daniels. (What, there are other mixers besides Jack Daniels?) Tip: when drivers wander over to your campsite, and they occasionally do, don't offer them a drink. They have to drive, after all.
3. Music. Playing "Sweet Home Alabama" isn't just recommended, it's required. There are plenty of other candidates for the rest of the playlist, though; "Chicken Fried" by the Zac Brown Band has played at literally every race I've been to since its release. "Red Solo Cup" by Toby Keith wants so badly to enter that rotation, but its contrived need for acceptance should keep it on the outside looking in. Anyway, get yourself a good playlist. We'll whip one up here sometime soon.
4. Grilled meats. A necessity. Plus, you need to get yourself a specialty. Ribs, wings, whatever. Do something better than anybody else around you ... and then don't share.
5. Campfire. Or fire barrel. Or fire pit. Or fire of any kind, really. Most of the world's problems have been solved by five dudes standing around a campfire in a NASCAR infield. Problem is, they're usually too drunk to remember the solutions the next morning. Anyway, flame is seductive, especially in the infield. Just be careful who you seduce. That brings up a whole new set of problems.
6. A tricked-up ride. Sure, you could show up in a pickup and throw your tent on the ground, but why not go all the way? Spot-weld an old school bus into a traveling NASCAR freakshow! Invest half a million dollars into an RV nicer than your home! People will be so impressed, and isn't that what's important?
7. Disinfectant. I know this goes against the rules of the infield from the earliest days of NASCAR, but in the last few decades, infield diseases have mutated into these super-strains of virus so lethal that they have to be kept contained within the semi-sterile confines of the infield itself. Be careful, friends, lest you be skeletonized within minutes by sharing a beer.
8. Golf cart. This is a necessity for getting around the vast expanses of the infield, but it's not always logistically possible. Still, if you can get yourself a golf cart, you will never lack for a beer. (Which you should not drink while driving the golf cart, but still.) Never underestimate how badly people need to get to that bathroom a hundred yards away.
9. Satellite receiver. Because the worst place on earth to watch a NASCAR race is actually inside the infield at a NASCAR track, many technologically motivated fans will actually bring a satellite dish into the infield to, yes, watch the race as it circles around them. Postmodern America, baby!
10. Sharpie. Or ballpoint pen. Or chunk of ashy firewood. Or anything that you can use to get autographs. NASCAR drivers are among the best in sports for signing autographs, and you don't want to be caught without a writing implement. Of course, if you can goad one of them into punching you (not always tough to do, particularly after a race) you can just get the fist-mark tattooed.
N/A: Shower facilities, vegetables, recording devices of any sort. Should be self-explanatory in all three cases.
Got more to add? The comments are your playground, friends.
Saturday
Senna wants to ?write a good chapter? in Williams history
Bruno Senna has spoken about the positive impact he wants to make at Williams in 2012. The Brazilian was formally announced as�Pastor Maldonado’s partner for the new season this week and he couldn’t be happier. Speaking about what the future holds, Senna said: “I feel very privileged Williams has selected me as one of their [...]
Peugeot quits sports car racing
Peugeot has shocked the sports car world by withdrawing its factory teams from Le Mans competition – with immediate effect. The company debuted the 908 sports car in 2007 but was beaten at Le Mans by Audi, although there were victories in other races. It was a similar story in 2008 but the team won [...]
Source: http://joesaward.wordpress.com/2012/01/19/peugeot-quits-sports-car-racing/
JeanChristophe Boullion Sebastien Bourdais Thierry Boutsen Johnny Boyd
Let?s See What Sticks?
Disclaimer: What follows is purely a blind man taking shots in the dark. There was no specific precedent that instigated these ideas; just dumb speculation. It seems that the recent trend on twitter and in the indycar blogosphere has been … Continue reading 
Source: http://anotherindycarblog.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/lets-see-what-sticks/
Friday
The NASCAR Week That Was: Nov. 6-12
Kyle Busch was talk of the week after last weekend’s suspension. On Monday, NASCAR fined the driver $50,000 and put him on probation through the end of the year. Busch’s sponsor Mars opted after the incident to pull sponsorship for the remainder of the season. Busch was also pulled from the remaining Nationwide races after [...] 
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Thursday
Senna: ?I just want to get the maximum possible out of the car? | 2012 F1 season
Bruno Senna says he wants to get the "maximum possible" out of the Williams-Renault FW34 after gaining a place at the team this year.
Source: http://www.f1fanatic.co.uk/2012/01/17/senna-maximum-car/
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