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2012 Dakar - Team Speed Hummer H3 - Stage 10

The stewards believe that Gordon's modifying of the ventilation system linked to his engine improved its performance level - he denies that his tinkering had an impact on improving its speed and is basing his appeal on that.

Peterhansel is bidding for a 10th win in the testing race, six in the motorbikes and thrice in the cars.

Posted by Jerry at 1/11/2012 10:55 PM | Add Comment

2012 Dakar - Team Speed Hummer H3 - Stage 10

Stage 10 had a boat load of Robby Gordon drama.  Technical issues that Team Speed has to challenge.  No info at this time as to exactly what the issue is, but I'm sure that one of the competitor team's brought this to the stewards attention.  A crash while battling with the overall leader's Mini caused two flat tires and stuck in a ditch.  Total time behind the leader is now at 20 minutes.  Go Team Speed!
Posted by Jerry at 1/11/2012 9:43 PM | Add Comment

2012 Dakar - Team Speed Hummer H3

2012 Team Speed
Posted by Jerry at 1/10/2012 2:56 PM | Add Comment

Team Speed - Robby Wins stage 9

Stage nine was a good win for Robby Gordon and Team Speed, but not good for Nassar and the Quatar Hummer as he continued to have mechanical problems and it looks like he has dropped out of the 2012 Dakar.  Go Robby!
Posted by Jerry at 1/10/2012 2:49 PM | Add Comment

Team Speed - One, Two Sweep

Defending champion Nasser Al-Attiyah of Qatar won Saturday’s seventh stage of the Dakar Rally with his car owner Robby Gordon in second place.  Third place went to Stephane Peterhansel of France keeping him in first place in the overall standings.  Go Team Speed!
Posted by Jerry at 1/7/2012 2:33 PM | Add Comment

Did You Hear?

Not that anyone is paying attention - in fact from the lack of entries it would seem that I am not paying attention to my own blog.  After struggling thru the SEMA show and re-injuring my knee I have pretty much done nothing but mope around and try to just get thru the holidays.  Knee is much better due to the lack of doing anything - and a new year is upon us.  That means the start of the SA Dakar - that is the South American Dakar.  Today - Friday the 6th - the stage was cancelled due to snow on the mountain pass that would have taken the teams from Argentina to Chile where today's stage would have started this morning.

So, today a quick recap of the rally so far.  Team Speed (that is Robby Gordon's Speed Energy Drink) has two entries this year.  Drivers being Robby and last years winner Nasser Al Attiyah.  Nassar won stage 2, and Robby had 4 straight stages of 5th or better.  The Volkswagen team did not enter this year.  Last year, the VW's main competition came from the BMW cars.  This year, the BMW chassis have been skinned with MINI bodywork and so far it is working for them.  Top 2 cars in the rally are MINI's and a Toyota in 3rd.

Hummers of Team Speed are fast and might be doing better if they could get their spare parts trucks out of Argentina customs.  They are having to run tires two and three days and this has caused puncture problems - causing lost time.  Go Team Speed in Chile.
Posted by Jerry at 1/6/2012 2:28 PM | Add Comment

November 2 - Wednesday

My first day at the 2011 SEMA show.  Arrived in time to see the press conference for Brad Keselowski Racing (BKR) and their alliances with Cooper Standard and Cequent Form on the number 29 BKR RAM truck which will be driven by Parker Kligerman.Cequent markets towing and trailer accessories with brands such as Draw-Tite and Reese.  Cooper Standard products include body sealing systems and anti-vibration systems.  A key element of the presentation was the fact that both these companies are new sponsors in the NASCAR family.



Autovox Korea has a unique line of traction devices that look like they can provide just the kind of product that you need for those unexpected snow or ice storms.  Ya don't have to jack up the car or truck.  They just clamp on the tire like an Octopus.  Tough and simple to use.  Check them out at www.snowcruiser.co.kr/
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Posted by Jerry at 11/2/2011 1:12 PM | Add Comment

SEMA SHOW NEWS

Enthusiasts Invited to Show Off Their Rides at the SEMA Show

DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Sept. 7, 2011) – Owners of select vehicle models may be able to have their cars or trucks featured at the 2011 SEMA Show, taking place Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, 2011, in Las Vegas. Through the SEMA Award Contender Contest, owners of a SEMA Award contender vehicle are invited to submit a video clip highlighting the vehicle’s modifications for a chance to have the vehicle featured at the SEMA Show. Vehicle owners will also receive credentials and amenities to attend the annual trade-only event, where they will be among the first to learn which vehicle platforms win the actual SEMA Award.

A total of 39 vehicle models have been named as SEMA Award contenders. While the actual SEMA Award winners will be selected by exhibitors based on the vehicles that exhibitors choose to display in their booths at the SEMA Show, the contenders are vehicle models that are most likely to have a significant presence at the 2011 SEMA Show. Contenders were determined based on several key factors, including support from the automakers, interest from the media and enthusiasts and SEMA-member program participation.

Owners of any of the contender vehicles are invited to submit a 60–90-second video showcasing the vehicle and explaining why their registered, street-legal vehicle deserves to be on display at the SEMA Show. Winning videos will include a walk around pointing out and describing the type, brand and benefits of products installed.

Select vehicle featured in the videos will receive a featured vehicle spot at the 2011 SEMA Show, along with two credentials to attend the event, two-nights hotel accommodations and allowance for food and gas. Vehicles will be selected by October 1, 2011. Complete details are available at www.sema.org/semaaward.

The 2011 SEMA Award contenders are:

Hottest Car
• Chevrolet Camaro
• Chevrolet Malibu
• Chrysler 300
• Dodge Challenger
• Ford Mustang
• Kia Soul
• Lexus CT 200h
• Mazda5

Hottest Truck
• Chevrolet Silverado
• Chevrolet Tahoe
• Ford Transit Connect
• Ford F-Series
• GMC Canyon
• GMC Sierra
• RAM
• Toyota Tacoma
• Toyota Tundra

Hottest 4x4-SUV
• Dodge Durango
• Dodge Journey
• Ford Explorer
• Hyundai Santa Fe
• Jeep Grand Cherokee
• Jeep Wrangler
• Kia Sportage
• Toyota RAV4
• Toyota FJ Cruiser

Hottest Sport Compact
• Chevrolet Cruze
• Chevrolet Sonic
• Ford Fiesta
• Ford Focus
• FIAT 500
• Honda Civic
• Honda CRZ
• Hyundai Veloster
• Lexus IS
• Mazda2
• Scion iQ
• Scion tC
• Subaru Impreza

Complete details about the SEMA Award and the SEMA Award Contender Contest are available at www.sema.org/semaaward.

About SEMA and the SEMA Show
The SEMA Show is a trade show produced by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), a nonprofit trade association founded in 1963. Since the first SEMA Show debuted in 1967, the annual event has served as the leading venue bringing together manufacturers and buyers within the automotive specialty equipment industry. Products featured at the SEMA Show include those that enhance the styling, functionality, comfort, convenience and safety of cars and trucks. Additional details are available at www.SEMAShow.com or www.sema.org, 909/978-6723.
Posted by Jerry at 9/7/2011 9:45 PM | Add Comment

NEW TEAM

Posted by Jerry at 9/6/2011 3:01 PM | Add Comment

43rd SCORE Baja 500

Winning the overall 4-wheel vehicle at 43rd SCORE Baja 500 was Bryce Menzies who drove the #70 Red Bull Trophy Truck equipped with FOX Racing Shox on all four corners. At the finish line, the podium was crowded with FOX athletes as Rob MacCachren finished second in the #20 Rockstar Energy Trophy Truck and Andy McMillin finishing only 36 seconds behind MacCachren after 452.84 miles.

Posted by Jerry at 6/14/2011 2:18 PM | Add Comment
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