December, 2006
Dyson Racing and Porsche Partners Again
Porsche and endurance sports car racing; Dyson Racing and Porsche: synonymous phrases. Dyson Racing and Porsche are back together: the Thetford/Norcold team will be running two LMP2 RS Spyders in the American Le Mans Series in 2007.
Early Le Mans Invites Have Strong Series Flavor
Ten entries from the American Le Mans Series are among the first 24 invitees to the 75th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the world’s most prestigious auto race. The twice-around-the-clock event is scheduled for June 16-17 at the Circuit de la Sarthe.
Bergmeister, Audi Duo Secure All-America Honors
Beretta and Gavin, who retained their GT1 drivers championship, were second-team selections last year, and their performance in 2006 more than warranted repeat honors in Road Racing. They won four times last season against stout competition not just from their Corvette Racing teammates Johnny O’Connell and Ron Fellows but against the two-car team from Aston Martin Racing. Gavin and Beretta also won the 24 Hours of Le Mans for the third straight year with Jan Magnussen.
Risi Coming Back For More in 2007
Fresh off a championship-winning effort in 2006, Risi Competizione’s plans for the 2007 American Le Mans Series are well under way. Already the Houston-based team is planning on not just returning to defend its championship but to increase its efforts with two brand new Ferrari 430 GT Berlinettas.
Another Honor for TDI Power
The revolutionary Audi R10 TDI has won the “Pioneering and Innovation Award” from the British magazine “Autosport” for the most important innovation of the 2006 motorsport season. Head of Audi Motorsport Dr Wolfgang Ullrich accepted the prestigious trophy Sunday evening in London in front of more than 1,000 guests. Also in attendance at the prestigious awards evening were Audi Sport “factory” drivers, Allan McNish, the 2006 American Le Mans Series champion, and Emanuele Pirro.