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Porsches Grab Overall, LMP2, and GT2 Poles at Long Beach

PORSCHE, ACURA TOP LONG BEACH GRID OVER MORE POWERFUL LMP1 RACERS; PENSKE PORSCHE RS SPYDER EDGES COMPETITION FOR TOP OVERALL STARTING POSITION

Danica Patrick makes IndyCar history by winning Japan 300

Danica Patrick becomes  the first female winner in IndyCar history Sunday, taking the Indy Japan 300 after the top contenders were forced to pit for fuel in the final laps.

Mercedes Benz SL,

The Mercedes Benz SL is e asily one of the most recognizable automotive icons of the last half century, the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has long epitomized elegance and performance in the grand touring coupe/roadster segments. From the early Mercedes Benz 300SL models of the 1950s to the present-day retractable hardtops, this two-seater has never wavered from offering the best that Mercedes-Benz could offer.

The new SUT from GMC.

This GMC concept SUT has received the body construction from the Australian General Motors, Holden. While this new design is very futuristic it does look interesting. As GMC has more concepts such as the GMC Caballero and the GMC El Camino.

The Denali XT measures 205 inches in overall length and has a wheelbase of 125.4 inches, the cargo space is 55 inches long.

Quaranta (40), no this is not an age we are talking about, it is the New Italian name for an innovative concept car designed by the company ItalDesign Giugiaro. The other reason is to celebrate the 40th birthday of the involvement from Giorgetto Giugiaro within the automotive business.

With 40 (Quaranta) years of experience the challenge was to create a car that has it all, 4 wheel drive, is sporty, fuel efficient, and some speed.  So did Giorgetto Giugiaro build and design the all in one car (Quaranta)?

A nice and clean start at the Formula one 2008 start in Malaysia, Ferrari positioned 1 and 2.

Massa closed his teammate a little on the start, most likely because Massa is lower on fuel and must gain some room before box stops. Rumors that Michael Schuhmacher is coaching Filippe Massa, now this would be very interesting.

McLaren drivers Hamilton and Kovalainen, both penalized and placed five positions to the back. David Coultard has serious suspension issues as he hits the wall, although FIA let’s them drive in the race, his team needs to prove that the car is ready for the Formula 1 season. David’s team had a similar issue last week in Australia.

The Porsche Sport Driving School (PSDS),

puts you behind the wheel on one of the most challenging racetracks in the country as famed Porsche racing pros guide you through each step!
Porsche revolutionized high-performance driver education courses with the Porsche Sport Driving School. Under the guidance of famed Porsche drivers from all types of racing backgrounds, you'll learn about the true capabilities and performance Porsche cars offer while increasing your own confidence and skill behind the wheel.

The Malaysian Grand Prix – 2008

Well heavy rain looked like it could be a factor in the afternoon as qualifying was scheduled, but it came different, the Ferraris came as expected in 1 and 2, Massa and Raikkonen have their first 1 and 2 for the 2008 season. After Ferrari had a very bad weekend in Australia. (2 DNF’s)

With his 10th career pole Felipe Massa has brought Ferrari back to the top, and his teammate Kimi Raikkonen on second ensures that Ferrari is ready to show the F1 world that they are a contender this season.

Ma Ying-jeo the opposition candidate had a huge victory at the presidential election in Taiwan today. With over 90 % of the votes in Taiwan his lead over Frank Hsieh is tremendous. Frank Hsieh is with the pro-independence ruling democratic progressive party of Taiwan.