2002
Q&A: Gwyndaf Evans.
Gwyndaf Evans and co-driver Chris Patterson debuted the GSE Motorsport developed MG ZR rally car on the recent Monte Carlo Rally, and having sampled the new car - and the new Junior World Rally Championship - Gwyndaf gives his thoughts on the MG and the future...
Meredith continues as Cheetahs team manager.
Colin Meredith will again be team manager of reigning Elite League champions Oxford in the 2002 season. Cheetahs promoter Vanessa Purchase has confirmed that Meredith, the former Coventry boss, will continue as both Oxford manager and track curator at Cowley.
Kelley confirms deals with Delphi, Toyota.
Kelley Racing has announced two deals that will shape its future for the next four Indy Racing League seasons, tying up both a title sponsor and engine deal for the foreseeable future.
Atomic Kitten and Mick Hucknall join the GP Party.
The racy trio of Atomic Kitten will be donning their race suits to perform at the 2002 Grand Prix Party.
Toyota signs Kelley as first IRL team.
Toyota Motor Sales USA has signed Kelley Racing as its first Indy Racing League team, as the Japanese marque prepares for its inaugural season of IRL competition in 2003.
Webber completes road to F1.
The announcement that Mark Webber will race for the KL Minardi Asiatech team in this year's FIA World Formula One world championship marks the culmination of six years hard work by the 25-year old from Queanbeyan, New South Wales.
Promatecme confirms Jouanny and Judice.
The Silverstone-based Promatecme Formula Three team have announced that Bruce Jouanny has agreed to stay on board for a second season, where he will be joined by Scholarship Class graduate Ernani Judice.
Coventry to take speedway safety to a new level.
Coventry are to lead the way in a new initiative to improve speedway safety. The Elite League club are to become the pioneers for the revolutionary 'No Pain Barrier' air-fence designed and marketed by ex-rider Tony Briggs, son of four-times former World Champion Barry Briggs.
Timely move for Oris and McNish.
Britain's newest Formula One driver, Allan McNish has secured the backing of Swiss watch makers Oris for his debut Grand Prix season.
Coors expands involvement with Hemelgarn, Lazier.
Coors Light will continue its affiliation with Indy Racing League championship team Hemelgarn Racing and driver Buddy Lazier, committing to the primary sponsorship role for the 2002 season.
Sainz escapes test crash.
Ford Rallye Sport driver Carlos Sainz wrote off his Ford Focus WRC yesterday [Tuesday] during a pre-Swedish Rally test.
Michael McSwain steady as ever.
His driver is recovering from back surgery, his Ford Taurus is one of the makes that has seen recent rule changes by NASCAR and the thick fog covering Talladega Superspeedway has stalled any notion of testing Tuesday morning.
Hamilton Jr ties the knot Old Western style.
Bobby Hamilton Jr and girlfriend Stephanie Cantrell have married in a private and non-traditional ceremony in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The surprise? The couple took their vows wearing old-fashioned western style costumes in the setting of a fancy western-style saloon.
Polish double act for Telford.
Poland Under 21 champion Jarek Hampel and all-action Adam Skornicki for their British indoor ice debuts at the indoor ice speedway meeting at Telford on 17 February.
Grant makes MG debut.
Terry Grant debuted his MG XPOWER Legend at the Road Racing and Superbike Show at Alexandra Palace in London last weekend, putting on a stunning display with the MG XPOWER Girls for the large crowd.
Grant makes MG debut.
Terry Grant debuted his MG XPOWER Legend at the Road Racing and Superbike Show at Alexandra Palace in London last weekend, putting on a stunning display with the MG XPOWER Girls for the large crowd.
Loix to compete in Swedish Rally.
The Hyundai Castrol World Rally team have confirmed that Freddy Loix will compete in this weekend's Swedish Rally.
Somerset sign Holloway and Cross.
Somerset have secured their first two riders on full contracts following the transfers of Malcolm Holloway and Matthew Cross from Swindon. Holloway will captain the Premier League side while Cross, a local lad, will act as one of the club's No. 8s.
Gaming International move in at Smallmead.
Speedway and Greyhound racing in Reading received a major boost today when it was confirmed that Allied Presentations Ltd, the company which holds the lease to Smallmead Stadium, are linking up with Gaming International.
Questions on F1? Ask Alex Yoong...
A new interactive Q & A feature has been introduced on Alex Yoong's home portal at www.alexyoong.com to service the less experienced far eastern Formula 1 fans.
A hard hitting stud.
Studs are undeniably stars of the snow on the Swedish Rally. There are more than 1,500 of these tiny metal components on each car as they launch into the icy stages.
Meritus Racing sign Gavin Smith.
Meritus Racing have signed former Formula Renault race driver, Gavin Smith, 22, from Dublin, Ireland. Smith replaces Championship Class bound Michael Keohane in one of the top Scholarship Class seats in the 2002 British Formula 3 Championship.
Stoke complete team building-plans with Hodgson.
Stoke have completed their team-building plans by snapping up 16-year-old Lee Hodgson on loan from Sheffield. Hodgson, who comes in on a 3.53 average, started last season with the Tigers before an injury forced him out.
Andersen completes Cheetahs.
Oxford Cheetahs have completed their 2002 side with the signing Brian Andersen. It will be his third season with the club. Andersen first joined the Cheetahs late in 2000 and became an instant favourite amongst the fans.