Car Racing

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 5, 2025 – Aston Martin's Valkyrie LMH has finally been unveiled, five years after the project's initial conception. This car represents the closest realization yet of the original vision for the Le Mans Hypercar rules: a road-based hypercar adapted for racing. Aston Martin will be the sole competitor in the Hypercar class fielding a car with a direct lineage to a homologated road version.

Development and Powertrain

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 4, 2025 – If you’re an automotive executive in charge of sales and marketing, how do you raise the company’s profile when you’re unable to advertise? That’s the situation faced by Bob Lutz in 1974, when he was attempting to replace Max Hoffman’s independent US distributorship with a wholly-owned sales subsidiary. Lawsuits were pending, but until the matter could be settled Hoffman had the exclusive rights to advertise and sell BMW cars in the US.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 29, 2025 –Toyota Gazoo Racing has solidified its position as a dominant force in the World Rally Championship (WRC), distinguishing itself through a deep commitment to integrating its motorsport endeavors with its road car development. This dedication has yielded remarkable results, including the creation of high-performance vehicles like the GR Yaris, GR Corolla, and the critically acclaimed GR86, all celebrated for their exceptional driving dynamics.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 27, 2025 – Lancia is roaring back into the world of rallying with the launch of the Trofeo Lancia, a thrilling new racing series featuring the highly anticipated Lancia Ypsilon Rally4 HF. This exciting competition marks the brand's return to its motorsport roots and promises a thrilling season for drivers and fans alike.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 27, 2025 – The first retail production 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, VIN 001, sold for an astounding $3.7 million at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction on Saturday, January 25th, 2025. This generous winning bid marks a tie for the record donation for a charity vehicle at Barrett-Jackson, previously set in 2022 by the first retail 2023 Corvette Z06 70th Anniversary Edition.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 27, 2025 – BMW M Team RLL and Paul Miller Racing were poised for victory at the 24 Hours of Daytona (USA) for over 23 hours, but a dramatic final stage dashed their hopes. BMW M Motorsport's outstanding performance at the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship (IWSC) season opener was left unrewarded.

Key Points

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 24, 2025 – Audi Tradition is set to embark on another thrilling year, packed with appearances at renowned events and celebrations of significant milestones. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Audi brand's revival, a pivotal moment in automotive history.

A Legacy of Innovation: Celebrating 60 Years of Audi

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 23, 2025 – The Alpine ELF Rally Trophy is gearing up for its fifth thrilling season in 2025, bringing new challenges and exciting opportunities for competitors. Organized within the FFSA French Rally Championship, this year's competition will feature a unique format, welcoming both the A110 Rally and the A110 Rallye GT+. The battle to succeed past champions Julien Saunier, Grégory Fontalba, and Pierre Roché will commence at the Rallye Rhône Charbonnières from April 24-26.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 18, 2025 – The Dacia Sandriders team has successfully completed its inaugural Dakar Rally, demonstrating resilience and achieving key milestones in one of motorsport's most challenging events.

Dacia Sandriders Triumphs in Dakar Rally Debut

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 13, 2025 – Kakunoshin Ohta, a rising star in the world of motorsports and a graduate of the Honda Formula Dream Project (HFDP), is set to make his IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship debut in 2025. Ohta will be competing in the prestigious GTP class, driving the Acura ARX-06 for the Acura Meyer Shank Racing with Curb Agajanian team.

Ohta Joins Forces with Acura Meyer Shank Racing

Ohta will be joining the No. 93 Acura ARX-06 team as the fourth driver, participating in three key races: