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Rallying- Brendan Reeves Interview Part 2
Water crossing
They decided to make a splash on the international scene by tackling Rally Whangaeri in New Zealand with a leased Ford Fiesta. This first foray overseas also saw Brendan’s front-drive competition debut. “Rally Whangaeri came about because the Fiesta Sporting trophy hadn’t taken off in terms of popularity and they wanted an [...]
Rallying- Brendan Reeves Interview Part 1
Off in the distance, a fast closing red speck is searing already parched earth, kicking up storm clouds of dust. The speck soon gains definition- boxy, upright, bewinged: A Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 6 with www.rallyschool.com.au emblazoned on its flanks. Its tyres are clawing at the burnt orange beneath, its master making it dance on tip-toes, throwing its nose into corners on a wastegate flutter before standing on the throttle again to produce long, languid, sliding exits. The master’s name? Brendan Reeves.
Video of the week- Targa Tasmania
Take a ride with Dean Evans through the Queenstown Targa stage.
Video of the week- Amelia Island auction and concours
A brief look at the goings on in Amelia Island, Florida as some great cars go under the hammer.
Video of the week – Top Fuel Drag racing
So far we have been looking mainly at videos which showcase the ability to corner well. Lets change it up a bit and turn the focus on pure performance in a straight line. Drag racing and circuit / rally have co-existed for many years, but there is a certain fascination with drag racing as it [...]
Video of the week- Alfa 90!
I thought we should have a bit of fun this week to make Sheldon feel welcome. Trolling through the old youtube vault, I came across this devilishly quick Alfa 90. I presume the speed run is in a controlled environment.. Listen to the sweet sound that only an Alfa V6 can make as this 90 [...]
Video of the week- RAC rally 1985 review
Henri Toivonen and the Lancia Delta S4 seemed made for each other. A flamboyant and immensely talented driver, Henri first made his name on the world stages at the wheel of a Talbot Sunbeam Lotus before progressing through GM and Porsche products, finally reaching the pinnacle with a works Lancia drive. 1985 was a largely [...]
Video of the week- 1937 Monaco GP Review
From the carbon fibre kevlar composite sleek racing machines of today, we go back over 70 years to a time where racing drivers gained a stature nearing superhero status. Tubular frame chassis was in its infancy, races lasted for well over three hours, no power steering, drum brakes, speeds over 300km/h, no seatbelts, drivers often [...]
Classic video of the week- RUF Porsche at the ‘Ring
Classic video of the week- RUF Porsche at the ‘Ring
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