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Porsche LMP1 Racer Hits the Track for Initial Tests
The all-new Porsche LMP1 race car continues to prepare for the 2014 racing season and has begun going through its initial test drives on international tracks.
Nissan ZEOD RC Race Car Preparing for Track Debut
Set to make its track debut in the U.K. in early September, Nissan is nearing completion on its first ZEOD RC chassis.
Toyota Debuts “The Ultimate Endurance Race” Short Film
Whoever would have thought the Prius would one day lead Toyota to the 24 Hours of Le Mans to challenge for victory?
Toyota 2013 Le Mans 24 Hours Video Teaser Released
At this year’s Le Mans 24 Hours, Toyota couldn’t best rival Audi on the track finishing in second and fourth place, but team is extremely proud of its accomplishments.
Nissan Electric Race Car to be Tested by Lucas Ordóñez
The winner of the first-ever GT Academy has been chosen to be the official test and development driver for the Nissan ZEOD RC Le Mans race car.
Watch the Gazoo Racing Lexus LFA Lap Nurburgring and be Amazed
At the 24 Hours of Nurburgring this year, Gazoo Racing’s Lexus LFA finished 37th overall and second in the SP8 class as tough weather conditions prevented the team from climbing further up the grid through the race.
Ferrari Mulling Return to 24 Hours of Le Mans
A new report has revealed that Ferrari could be making a decision on returning to Le Mans by as early as the end of this year.
Top 10 Rotary Powered Vehicles
The history of the automobile has been dominated by vehicles equipped with piston-firing engines. Rarely does something completely different come along, and when it does, it usually fails miserably. One attempt to reinvent the passenger vehicle engine may have not had the smoothest of rides, but did last in the automotive industry for over 50…
Aston Martin Racer Allan Simonsen Honored in Painting
For Ian Cook, there was only one way to remember Allan Simonsen, 34, who died during the 24 Hours at Le Mans last weekend.
Aston Martin Driver Allan Simonsen Dies at 2013 24 Hours of Le Mans
The 2013 24 Hours of Le Mans took a somber turn early on in the race today when Aston Martin driver Allan Simonsen died following a crash about 10 minutes into the race.
Watch the 2013 24 Hours of Le Mans Live Streaming Online
Coverage of the 2013 24 Hours of Le Mans will begin on Saturday, June 22 at 8:30 AM EDT on Speed. But for those who don’t have a television nearby (or who refused to pay for the NASCAR network), we have you covered with some live streams.
Nissan Reveals Electric Race Car to Compete at 2014 24 Hours of Le Mans
Showing undeterred commitment to the future of electric cars, Nissan has revealed a wild new prototype race car that will compete at the 24 Hours of Le Mans next year.
Audi Qualifies 1st, 2nd for 2013 24 Hours of Le Mans
Audi is looking to continue its dominance at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, running a 3:22.349 lap time today and taking the top spot in qualifying for this year’s endurance race.
Viper GT3-R Brings Le Mans Spec Racer to the Masses
For those interested in more than shredding tires against asphalt out on the public roads, Chrysler’s SRT performance division has launched a Le Mans-grade spec race car to the masses… for $459,000.
Lotus Le Mans Car Rebuilt in Time for Practice
Lotus LMP2 drove during yesterday’s practice session at Le Mans despite a legal battle that threatened the team’s chances of having functional cars.
Aston Martin Race Cars Unveiled for 2013 24 Hours of Le Mans
Aston Martin has unveiled its lineup of race cars for this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans race, with the number-97 vehicle sporting a new Gulf livery.
Toyota Le Mans Prototypes Get a Stunning Photo Gallery
As qualifying for the 2013 24 Hours of Le Mans kicks off, Toyota has released a stunning gallery of its past three prototypes that have competed in the legendary race.
Watch Qualifying for the 2013 24 Hours of Le Mans Live Streaming Online
This weekend will play host to one of the most prestigious endurance races in the history of motorsports: The 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Lotus Le Mans Race Cars Seized by Creditors
Lotus LMP2 might not be racing in this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans.
McLaren Bringing Trio of F1s to 2013 Goodwood Festival
McLaren has announced that it’ll be bringing a trio of F1s to this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed event, joining past and present Can-Ams that the British automaker revealed previously.
Nissan Teasing New Le Mans Contender in Video
Last year, Nissan helped to field the radical Delta Wing race car at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and this year the brand is returning with a new creation that Nissan is teasing in a recently released video.
Porsche LMP1 Prototype Racer Takes its First Laps
If you thought the fastest Porsche in the world was the brand’s new 918 Spyder, think again. While it may be the fastest production car in the German sports car maker’s stable, behold its 24 Hours of Le Mans entry scheduled for next year.
How Technology Helps Audi’s LMP Race Cars
Audi’s success in Le Mans racing is no easy task to maintain, but staying at the forefront of technology to keep its race cars safe certainly helps keep it in the winner’s circle.
Black Falcon Mercedes SLS AMG GT3 Wins Nurburgring 24
After a gruelling 24 hours of racing at the Green Hell, the number-9 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 from German team Black Falcon took the overall victory at the Nurburgring endurance classic.
