Production Car Racing (GT4, CTSCC, PWC GTS/TC, MX-5 Cup, etc)Touring Cars

[IforceV8]

Looks like I picked a bad time to mow the yard.

 

[catamount39]

What the...huh?!

 

[DesertPenguin09]

They just said pit lane speed limiter isn't the same for all cars. Wha?!

 

[CodeRedR51]

ST class proving why it's the best at the moment.

 

[DesertPenguin09]

Yea but there is a battle for 2nd in GS. They're both 4.6-4.7 seconds behind 1st but still. I wanna see that Mustang.

Edit: Just as I say that they show him and he overtook 2nd. Huzzah!

 

[CodeRedR51]

Damn.

 

[DesertPenguin09]

I think if the #99 didn't pit they would run out and lose many spots, but stopping for fuel and securing 4th is better

 

[DesertPenguin09]

Billy Johnson is now my hero. Drifting the entire carousel. That was amazing!

 

[CodeRedR51]

Shame though, would have been nice to see the Aston get a win. They need it more than anyone else in GS.

 

[05XR8]

http://www.speedcafe.com/2016/08/22/ardc-launches-new-10-hour-sydney-enduro/

Awesome.
A new 10 hour endurance race for Production Touring Cars and selected Production Sports Cars will take place at Sydney Motorsport Park next January.

Promoted by SMP custodians the Australian Racing Drivers’ Club, the race will be held over two five-hour segments on the 3.9km Gardner GP layout.

The first will run into the early twilight on Saturday, January 14, before recommencing on Sunday morning.

A broad eligibility list featuring more than 200 cars has been tabled, with organisers stressing an emphasis on class as well as outright success.

Although eligible for regular Production Sports Car competition, GT3 and similarly quick machinery will not be allowed in the 10 Hours of Sydney.

Those on the yet-to-be-released eligibility list range from Lotus Exige sportscars to traditional touring cars like the Mitsubishi Lancer Evos and HSVs.

The inclusion of selected sportscars gives the event a point of difference over Easter’s booming Bathurst 6 Hour, which is run for Production Touring Cars by former 12 Hour promoter James O’Brien.

Additionally, the ARDC says that “technical regulations have been freed up with several ‘common sense’ modifications to allow for some freedoms not otherwise allowed at alternate events”.

Former Shannons Nationals director Rob Curkpatrick, whose management company has been employed by the ARDC to oversee the event’s operations, expects up to 50 cars to take the start.

“There was a hole in the marketplace for an event of this type, which puts the focus on competitor enjoyment and an inclusive eligibility list that allows a wide range of cars to compete,” said Curkpatrick.

“The ARDC had the vision to embrace the concept and do something ‘outside the box’ that offers something different for competitors and spectators alike.

“The rules allow for a wide range of Production Touring and Production Sports cars that can be reasonably modified to better suit this style of racing.

“The event sits on its own and isn’t designed to compete with other endurance races on the calendar.

“We think it’s complimentary – hence the decision to broaden the Production Car eligibility requirements without stretching to GT3 vehicles.

“Early feedback from prospective competitors has been strong and we are expecting a grid of up to 50 cars for the inaugural race.”

ARDC CEO Glenn Matthews hopes that fans will embrace the event’s split-race format.

A ‘pit party’ BBQ and live music are being planned to encourage fans to camp at the circuit on the Saturday night.

“We are always working to add to our events program at Sydney Motor Sport Park and especially with something as exciting as the 10 hours of Sydney,” he said.

“This race will ensure Sydney Motor Sport Park is the starting point for the 2017 season and an enjoyable way to start the New Year for both competitors and spectators alike.

“We are certain that within a few short years the 10 Hours of Sydney will be held in the same esteem as other major events held at the venue, including the Muscle Car Masters, World Time Attack Challenge and Sydney Retro Racefest.”

Entries open on September 1.

 

[DesertPenguin09]

Pirelli World Challenge was great at Utah.

Continental Tire LIVE from VIR right now and ran has started with thunder as well, just 15 minutes into the race.

 

[05XR8]

http://www.motoring.com.au/road-to-lemons-103579/

 

[TheElbows]

***SPOILER: VIR CONTI***

I thought the VIR race was very interesting...but I'm pretty shocked it took them so long to red flag the session temporarily. All in all some good driving.

 

[DesertPenguin09]

Continental Race today at COTA at 1:30. If I'm watching on the IMSA app and I start watching late, can I go back to the beginning and watch the whole race delayed?

 

[CodeRedR51]

Continental Race today at COTA at 1:30. If I'm watching on the IMSA app and I start watching late, can I go back to the beginning and watch the whole race delayed?

I don't think so.

 

[DesertPenguin09]

Damn

 

[Panoz]

A ST BMW had a frightening crash at the end of the back straight. Stuck throttle or loss of brakes but the driver is OK.

 

[FutureF1]

Loving the teamwork between the Mazdas. The 26, out of contention, keeping the 25 running with bump drafts as it lost 2 gears...

 

[05XR8]

http://www.speedcafe.com/2016/09/21/gwr-mercedes-to-make-bathurst-6-hour-return/
4 cars. Everyone are looking to do it big on the mountain.

 

[CodeRedR51]

KPR To Field McLaren 570S GT4 in GTS for 2017

 

[mustafur]

GT4 will put production GT racing on the map, now all we need to more series to sign up to using it.

 

[05XR8]

It's got to be an attractive way into GT racing by cost alone.

 

[mustafur]

and the fact soo many Manufacturers have made a car for it.

BMW, Aston Martin, Mclaren, Porsche, Lotus the list goes on.

 

[05XR8]

The 12H will help build that. Webb says GT3 is the main game for business exposure, but GT4 can be just as well.

 

[05XR8]

http://www.speedcafe.com/2016/10/14/bathurst-6-hour-confirms-55-car-provisional-grid/
Focus RS, Alfa Gulietta QV, TTRS. Those will be cool to watch.

 

[05XR8]

Just noticed, this will be racing in the Bathurst 6H.
Scott Stephenson Hyundai Excel. It will be up against the 6-cyl Saloon Cars(AU Falcons) in its class(Class I).

David Baker Honda Integra(Class D)

The Nissan Pulsar N15, Mazda MX-6 and Eunos are back again.

 

[TheElbows]

Finally watched the Conti race at Road Atlanta. Pretty fantastic...the last hour was epic and heartbreaking. Worth a watch. For those outside of the US, IMSA (one of the motoring rules bodies here in the states) has an excellent YouTube channel where they put all of the races up about a day or two after they're shown (or not shown) on TV.

The last hour of the Road Atlanta Conti is worth it.

 

[05XR8]

http://www.speedcafe.com/2016/10/25/entries-building-inaugural-sydney-10-hour/

 

[TheElbows]

Question for the folks who follow this stuff more closely:

What happened to the TV coverage for Continental (and Weathertech) this year? At the end I saw zero TV coverage, though their YouTube coverage is excellent (admittedly I get a little tired of Hindaugh after a while). Did the TV coverage package fall apart? I don't think this bodes well for the future.

I'll be completely content with quality YouTube coverage personally but it seems bad for the series --- normally Petit LeMans etc. get some coverage. Nothing this year. Any news/links to this?

 

[Northstar]

What happened to the TV coverage for Continental (and Weathertech) this year? At the end I saw zero TV coverage, though their YouTube coverage is excellent (admittedly I get a little tired of Hindaugh after a while). Did the TV coverage package fall apart? I don't think this bodes well for the future.

It's the same deal we've been stuck with for the last few years with the Continental series, you either catch it on the IMSA stream, wait for the Youtube upload or catch it on FS# a week or two later (The Road Atlanta round aired Oct. 9).

IMSA is looking at improving coverage though, although I doubt Continental will benefit at all.