In 2009, Audi released a documentary called ‘Truth in 24′, which highlighted their attempt to win the 24 Hours of LeMans outright. The titanic battle between Audi and Peugeot came to such worldwide acclaim that a second one will be released later this year. Super psyched!
Tag Archives: Lemans
#Morgan is returning to #LeMans in LMP2 (Video)
Aston Martin makes a return to LeMans with the Vantage GTE (Video
Toyota picks up the pieces to release latest LMP1 driver line-up
Toyota has decided to enter into LMP1 with the TS030 HYBRID. With several manufacturers refreshing their driver line-ups, Toyota had a pick of quality drivers for 2012.
Anthony Davidson, who was dropped by Peugeot during their exit of the sport, and former F1 driver Sebastien Buemi will be supporting Hiroaki Ishiura.
Will Toyota be able to take the fight to Audi R18 in LMP1? We shall see.
What do you think?: Peugeot leaving LeMans may make the sport better for everyone…
The snowstorm of last week really threw off any posting efforts that I had, since I didn’t have access to constant internet. However when I finally got back to the modern world, I found myself hit with some shocking automotive news.
Peugeot had canceled it’s LeMans program. (They did it without consulting me first. That’s the real shocking part.)
Lola Racing Cars in F1; Where did it go so wrong?
For readers of Autosport, you know this question. But it’s not the whole story. You might say that Lola had some of the worst F1 cars to date, but when did you ever decide to build a racing car on a £2 million budget?
Lola did, and it was okay. I will go into every bit of detail regarding the Lola Formula One Team that applied for entry in the 2010 FiA Formula One World Championship – an offer that the FiA refused.
Video- Audi Victory @ 24Hr of LeMans
2011 had one of the more intense 24 Hours of LeMans in recent history. McNish suffered a horrible accident, as well as another R18 being totaled during the race. A video has been made which highlights Audi’s struggle over the weekend.
Take a look and see what you think.
Interview with Allan McNish- Post LeMans Crash
Almost two weeks ago, Alain McNish had a sickening crash (video) in his R18 prototype at LeMans. Alain survived the crash, thankfully, and was able to provide an interview of what happened just hours later.
Alain’s safety was ensured thanks to the strong design of the Audi, in an accident that would have killed him 10 years earlier.
Patrick Dempsey in a 787B- 2011 LeMans
Patrick Dempsey had the fortunate chance to drive a Mazda 787B at LeMans last week. Here is a video on an onboard video with Dempsey in the car. Check your audio, as it is LOUD.
Lunchtime Post- Le Mans: On board with Sernagiotto in the 458 Challenge
I haven’t had a chance to do a ‘Lunchtime Video’ in a long time. What better way to come back, then to show a 458 Challenge lapping LeMans?
See video below.
Interesting Video Find: 1994 Tsuchiya/NSX at LeMans (Five part video)
I was searching the web today, and found on Speedhunters that they featured part of this video. However, I wanted you all to see the entire thing. Click the title of this post to see all of the videos as it is in 5 parts.
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Le Mans 24 Hours 2011: Qualifying Romain Dumas Hard Crash
This is a sickening accident that’s happened during night qualifying of the 2011 24 Hours of LeMans. The Audi R18 of Romain Dumas t-bones an Aston Martin that was in a mid-spin. Both drivers are ok, but the cars both need alot of work.
Scary stuff, because I’m slightly concerned that the Dumas didn’t just ditch the R18 off the track, if he saw a spun car directly ahead of him. Take a look.
New Flying Lizard Livery for LeMans 24 Hr = Mega
I could not keep this away from you guys. The Flying Lizard GTR RSR livery for LeMans this year looks MEGA PRIME!
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Blurb taken from Flying Lizard Newsletter:
“June 1, 2011 – Flying Lizard revealed today a commemorative livery for the No. 80 and No. 81 Flying Lizard Porsches for the 2011 24 Heures du Mans. 
A Day in the Life of an Audi Driver
I’m not sure if I like the cartoony graphics, but I do love Mcnish. Take a view.
Lunchtime Video: Truth in 24- In three parts
Someone has uploaded the documentary of Audi’s battle against Peugeot in the 24 Hours of LeMans. Take a look at the intense focus, determination and luck that it takes to rule in one of the toughest races in the world. (Videos after the jump)
Lunchtime Video-2011 Falken Porsche GT3 RSR Testing – Sebring, FL
Video- LeMans Safety Car Chaos (2011)
“What we have here, is a failure to communicate.” I’m not sure how I’d feel to be that Safety Car driver right then.
Hot or Not?- Aston Martin LMP1: AMR-One
A few days ago, we had an article about last year’s Aston Martin LMP1 car. Personally, think that it’s beautiful. However, here are some images of this year’s competitor. Powered by a turbocharged V6, you can tell that AMR has decided to move to the open top endurance racer. However, what do you think about the lines on this car?
Thoughts?
Reminds me of a Panoz.
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Track Video+ Bonus: Audi R18 Testing
A few days ago, we made a post on whether the Audi R18 was an attractive endurance racer. The jury is still out on that, but in the meantime, take a look at some videos of the car during testing. (Bonus videos after the jump)
Audi R18 TDI Testing at Sebring from QuattroWorld.com on Vimeo.
Lunch Chat: Classic LeMans- Le Mans 1977 Martini Porsche 936 Onboard
Watch and enjoy.
Audi R18 LMP1- Hot or Not?
With Audi retiring the R15, the Audi R18 is really bringing up some conflicting commentary amongst us at the “Starting Grid”. As endurance prototype racers go, we are vastly greater fans of the closed cockpit design (+1). However, the “shark fin” on the back which has been infesting automotive design lately shows up as a massive fail on our books. (-1). However if it turns up to be faster than the Peugeot 908 update/replacement, we might let that shark fin go.
We have no idea on the amount of torque that this machine will put out, but knowing Audi…<evil smiles>
Thoughts? (more pictures +video below)
