BATHGATE’S PAUL DI RESTA delivered a strong qualifying performance today in his Mercedes-powered Sahara Force India VJM05, and will start tomorrow’s Bahrain Grand Prix from 10th, writes Jim McGill. CLICK HERE to read full report
Monthly Archives: April 2012
Hot Hatch Car Trackday – Sunday 22nd April
This Sunday (22nd April) we have a Hot Hatch Car Trackday from 9am – 5pm. Meet the 10 Miss Scotland finalists! Gates open from 8am, track driving from 9am – 5pm (only £55 in advance). Tickets £8 in advance or £10 at the gate! There’s also FREE Drag and Drift Competitions and…
Bike Track Morning – Sat 21st April 9am – 1pm
This Saturday (21st April) we are running a Bike Track Morning from 9am – 1pm. There will be 3 groups; Novice, Intermediate and Advance. Places are still available, call 01383 723 337 to book your place or book online! Only £65 in advance or £75 on the day!
Di Resta third in Bahrain practice
BATHGATE’S PAUL DI RESTA was third-fastest in this morning’s opening Free Practice for the Bahrain Grand Prix, behind world champs Lewis Hamilton and Sebastien Vettel, writes Jim McGill. But with further political protests expected in the Gulf State later today, Sahara Force India Deputy team principal Bob Fernley admitted the team was…
Di Resta: “There’s an edge to Bahrain”
BATHGATE’S PAUL DI RESTA heads into the controversial Bahrain Grand Prix this weekend admitting there’s “an edge” to the race following a firebomb incident, writes Jim McGill. The 26-year-old Scot’s comments come after two of his Sahara Force India team flew back to Britain. CLICK HERE to read full report
Franchitti tests Deltawing in the rain
BATHGATE’S MARINO FRANCHITTI has given his pioneering Nissan DeltaWing sportscar, which he will drive in this year’s Le Mans 24-Hours, its first wet weather test, writes Jim McGill. CLICK HERE to read full report
Rennat Design get off to a flyer!
Knockhill Racing Circuit based business Rennat Design has got off to a winning start this season in Britain’s two premier championships. The custom helmet painter and producer of the unique(and patented) Mini-Me helmet dryers has scored wins with BSB rider John Kirkham at Brands Hatch and our own Gordon ‘Flash’ Shedden at…
Triplet trio enjoy Knockhill Hot Laps
A trio of triplet brothers enjoyed some exhilarating Hot Laps at Knockhill recently. Rhys, Liam and Dewi Harvard, on holiday in Scotland from their home in Swansea all enjoyed our Formula Hot Lap passenger ride.
Intro Bike Track Night (Novice Riders Only) – Wednesday 18th April 6pm – 8pm
This Wednesday (18th April) we are running an Intro Bike Track Night from 6pm – 8pm. This track night is a 2 hour open session, limited to 30 first time/novice riders. We also have pitlane instructors on hand for help and advice. Only £85 in advance or £95 on the day. Pre-book your…
“Just an accident”: injured rally spectator
ONE OF THE spectators seriously injured in the crash on the opening stage of the Coltel Granite City Rally on Saturday has said he hopes the accident has not put anyone off the sport, writes Jim McGill. CLICK HERE to read full report