List of nicknames in motorsport explained

Nicknames abound in motorsport. They are frequently applied to the sportspeople, the brands of sports car and other vehicles, the courses, and the competitions and series.

Vehicles

Cars

When given to roadgoing production cars, this list only includes cars that had nicknames given to them during their racing career

Motorcycles

Motorboats

Engines

Machine types

Teams

Events

Series

Courses

Sections

Others

Organizations

See also

Notes and References

  1. Book: The ultimate hot rod dictionary: a ... - Google Books . 2009-11-11. 9781610592352 . Breitenstein . Jeff . MotorBooks International .
  2. Web site: 1977 - Porsche 935/2.0 Coupé "Baby" - Die 70er - Rennwagen - Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG . Porsche.com . 2009-11-11.
  3. News: Gerry Marshall . Telegraph . 30 April 2005 . 2009-11-11 . London.
  4. referring to its color scheme when the car was rebuilt following its infamous 1992 Bonneville crash
  5. Web site: CAR SPOTLIGHT>> RACING BEAT LAND SPEED RECORD FD3S . Speedhunters . 31 January 2009 . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20100527225240/http://speedhunters.com/archive/2009/01/31/car-spotlight-gt-gt-racing-beat-fd3s-land-speed-car.aspx . 27 May 2010 .
  6. As they were built similar to the stock car racers used in the NASCAR Grand National
  7. Book: Young , Tony . Mighty Mopars 1960–1974 . Motorbooks International . 1984 . 50 . 978-0-87938-124-0.
  8. Web site: BMW World - CSL Batmobile . Usautoparts.net . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090305132408/http://www.usautoparts.net/bmw/models/vintage/batmobile.htm . 5 March 2009 .
  9. Web site: McLaren M8D . Mathewscollection.com . 2 June 1970 . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090814235404/http://www.mathewscollection.com/mclaren/McLaren_M8D.htm . 14 August 2009 .
  10. Web site: Larbre enter Panoz 'Batmobile' for Sebring | Print | ALMS News | 2004 . https://archive.today/20120801163745/http://www.crash.net/news/articlePrint.aspx?article_id=132725 . dead . 1 August 2012 . Crash.Net . 18 February 2004 . 2009-11-11 .
  11. 2010 . Motor Sport . April . Motor Sport (magazine).
  12. Nicknamed for its tendency to leak fuel, a clear reference to the warship that sunk during the Falklands War.
  13. Web site: Big Sam Is Back! . .zhome.com:81 . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090924184144/http://www2.zhome.com:81/History/BigSamIsBack.htm . 24 September 2009 .
  14. Web site: Ford Mustang | MustangWorks.com - Ford Mustang FR500 to race in Europe . MustangWorks.com . 19 March 2007 . 2009-11-11.
  15. Given by Ford executive
  16. Web site: RM Monterey 2001 Ferrari 410 Sport Spyder . Rickcarey.com . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20081030005408/http://www.rickcarey.com/Catalog%20Descriptions/RM%20Monterey%202001%20410%20Sport.htm . 30 October 2008 .
  17. Given by Carroll Shelby
  18. given as an insult by Ettore Bugatti, owner of arch rival Bugatti
  19. Web site: 1925 Bentley Speed Six. 06 Nov 2007. Weekender. (Australian Broadcasting Corporation). www.abc.net.au . https://web.archive.org/web/20081204111733/http://www.abc.net.au/backyard/weekender/stories/s2083247.htm . 4 December 2008.
  20. Web site: 1961–1962 Ferrari 250 GT SWB 'Breadvan' - Images, Specifications and Information . Ultimatecarpage.com . 21 December 2005 . 2009-11-11.
  21. Book: Streather , Adrian . Ford GT: Then, and Now (Then & Now) . Veloce . 15 December 2006 . 978-1-84584-054-9.
  22. Web site: Driver Profile – Mark Donohue – Sports Car Digest . Sportscardigest.com . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20081011094103/http://www.sportscardigest.com/archives/1053 . 11 October 2008 .
  23. Web site: Le Mans 24 Hours 1950 Motor Race photographs Automobile Club de L'ouest . Oldclassiccar.co.uk . 2009-11-11.
  24. Web site: :::: GREAT RACING CARS :::: Zakspeed Ford Capri Turbo Gr5 Page 1 of 5 . www.geocities.com . 14 January 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/20080105120005/http://www.geocities.com/simontmallett/zakcapri.html . 5 January 2008 . dead.
  25. Book: Pritchard , Anthony . Sports Racing Cars: Expert Analysis of Fifty Motor Racing Greats . . 28 August 2005 . 78 . 978-1-84425-138-4.
  26. News: Ak Miller, 84; Pioneer Drag Racer Helped Found Hot Rod Assn . Los Angeles Times . Shav . Glick . 21 December 2005.
  27. Web site: IMSAblog: BMW 320 Turbo : the flying brick . Alex62.typepad.com . 1 May 2006 . 2009-11-11.
  28. Web site: Bmw of North America Celebrates Ten Years of Participation at Rolex Monterey Historic Automobile Races with the Return of the "flying Brick" 320 Turbo.
  29. Web site: Celebrating 30th Anniversary of the Volvo 'Flying Brick'. 15 October 2015. sportscardigest.com. 23 September 2020.
  30. 2010 . Motor Sport . November . Motor Sport (magazine).
  31. Web site: 2 - Chaparral . Vintagerpm.com . 16 October 1966 . 2009-11-11 . https://web.archive.org/web/20080919065713/http://www.vintagerpm.com/chaparral_history.htm . 2008-09-19 . dead .
  32. Named for its height (40 inches)
  33. Web site: Stromlinienmodelle: Mercedes Benz SSKL Rennsportwagen mit Stromlinienkarosserie, nach einem Entwurf von Baron Reinhard von Koenig-Fachsenfeld . Stromlinienmodelle.de . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090326045634/http://www.stromlinienmodelle.de/mercedes-benz-sskl-rennsportwagen.html . 26 March 2009 .
  34. Web site: Mercedes-Benz Classic FAQ: Rennsport Übersicht. 17 January 2009 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20081027011646/http://mb.faq.t4media-agency.de/index.php?id=90 . 27 October 2008 .
  35. Web site: "The Hippie Car" Porsche 917LH 917-043 . Rickcarey.com . 21 December 2006 . 2009-11-11 . https://web.archive.org/web/20091214190716/http://www.rickcarey.com/Catalog%20Descriptions/Christie%27s%20Porsche%20917LH%20917-043.htm . 2009-12-14 . dead .
  36. News: Honda's anniversary Racer has Hot Wheels . Telegraph . 25 April 2008 . 2009-11-11 . London.
  37. Given by Carroll Shelby
  38. in reference to its success in African rallies
  39. Web site: 1983–1986 Toyota Celica Twin-Cam Group B - Images, Specifications and Information . Ultimatecarpage.com . 2009-11-11.
  40. in reference to its success in African rallies
  41. Web site: "A Glorious Heritage - Chronological History of Mitsubishi Motor Sports Activities", Mitsubishi Motors Japanese website . 17 January 2009 . https://web.archive.org/web/20160126170707/http://www.mitsubishi-motors.co.jp/motorsports/history/1600gsr.html . 26 January 2016 . dead .
  42. Web site: Out of Africa . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090628143609/http://japanesenostalgiccar.com/article.cgi?section=features&article=naias2007 . 28 June 2009 .
  43. Later became known as the "Ford GT Mk. IV"
  44. Web site: :::: GREAT RACING CARS :::: Porsche 935/78 "Moby Dick" Page 1 of 4 . www.geocities.com . 14 January 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/20040718083157/http://www.geocities.com/simontmallett/mobydick.html . 18 July 2004 . dead.
  45. Web site: 1978 - Porsche 935/78 Coupé "Moby Dick" - Die 70er - Rennwagen - Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG . Porsche.com . 2009-11-11.
  46. Book: Pritchard , Anthony . Sports Racing Cars . . 2005 . 68 . 978-1-84425-138-4.
  47. Web site: Cars Features | Latest features on shows, classic cars and more | MSN UK . 19 February 2009 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090211173102/http://cars.uk.msn.com/News/Top_ten_article.aspx?cp-documentid=475401 . 11 February 2009 .
  48. Web site: Old Nail . Gerrymarshall.com . 2009-11-11.
  49. News: Jack Brabham's F1-winning BT19 car was testament to his ingenuity and skill. 19 May 2014. Nic. MacBean. ABC News. 23 September 2020.
  50. Nicknamed for its poor handling
  51. Web site: Hardigree . Matt . The Ten Scariest-Looking Cars Of All Time - Run For Your Lives . . 30 October 2008 . 2009-11-11.
  52. News: Das erste AMG-Modell: Renaissance der "roten Sau" - SPIEGEL ONLINE - Nachrichten - Auto . Spiegel.de . 19 May 2006. 2009-11-11. Spiegel Online . Grünweg . Tom .
  53. Web site: スケベな情報配信局 ダーティ . 2010-08-16 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20100104113542/http://www.qv500.com/ferrari250swbp2.php . 4 January 2010 .
  54. Web site: 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta SEFAC 'Hot Rod' coming to Pebble Beach . 2010-08-16 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20110707065025/http://www.4wheelsnews.com/1961-ferrari-250-gt-swb-berlinetta-sefac-hot-rod-coming-to-pebble-beach/ . 7 July 2011 .
  55. Web site: James Edition blog: Stories about rare cars, high-end real estate and jets.
  56. Web site: Gooding Company :: Product Details. www.goodingco.com . https://web.archive.org/web/20100130084652/http://www.goodingco.com/auction/product.g%26c?pid=79 . 30 January 2010.
  57. Web site: intro . Sharknose.net . 2009-11-11 . https://web.archive.org/web/20090311044430/http://www.sharknose.net/ . 11 March 2009 . dead .
  58. News: 1970 Chaparral 2J Chevrolet - Images, Specifications and Information . Ultimatecarpage.com . 18 May 2004 . 2009-11-11.
  59. Web site: Michael J. . Fuller . Mulsanne's Corner: 1970 Chaparral 2J . Mulsannescorner.com . 2009-11-11.
  60. Book: Pritchard , Anthony . Sports Racing Cars . . 2005 . 31 . 978-1-84425-138-4.
  61. Web site: Automotive Hall of Fame - 2000-11-05 19:00:00 EST . Design News . 5 November 2000 . 2009-11-11 .
  62. Web site: Marques automobiles : B . Histomobile.com . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20091012031200/http://www.histomobile.com/DVD_HISTOMOBILE/fr/lett/B.html . 12 October 2009 .
  63. Web site: 1973 Porsche 917/30 - Images, Specifications and Information . Ultimatecarpage.com . 28 August 2007 . 2009-11-11.
  64. Web site: CAR FEATURE>>PORSCHE 917/10 & 917/30 - TURBO PANZERS . Speedhunters . 10 September 2008 . 2009-11-11 . https://web.archive.org/web/20080914063724/http://speedhunters.com/archive/2008/09/10/car-spotlight-gt-gt-porsche-917-10.aspx . 14 September 2008 . dead .
  65. Web site: HowStuffWorks "1970 Plymouth Road Runner Superbird: A Profile of a Muscle Car" . Musclecars.howstuffworks.com . 16 January 2007. 2009-11-11.
  66. Web site: Winged Warriors/National B-Body Owners Association - The SuperBird Yard Runner . Wwnboa.org . 2009-11-11.
  67. Web site: Chaparral 2J . Sportscars.tv . 24 December 1961 . 2009-11-11.
  68. Web site: (Tcf) > Collectors Stuff . The Chaparral Files . 5 June 1986 . 2009-11-11.
  69. Web site: Formula 1 and Indy Car Racing Blog: The Gasman . No Fenders . 30 July 2008 . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20081120042820/http://www.nofenders.net/2008/07/tthe-gasman.html . 20 November 2008 .
  70. Web site: 1955 AJS 7R - Solvang Vintage Motorcycle Museum, Solvang, CA . Motosolvang.com . 2009-11-11.
  71. Web site: Bloodlust - Honda NR750 vs. Ducati Desmosedici.
  72. Web site: JPS Norton - www.jpsnorton.com - The guide to when the JPS Norton's ruled UK racing - The Roton . www.jpsnorton.com . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090923122950/http://www.jpsnorton.com/roton.asp . 23 September 2009 .
  73. portmanteau of rotary, its power output and Crighton, after Norton's team development chief, Brian Crighton
  74. Book: The Manx Norton - Google Books . November 2006. 2009-11-11. 9780954435790 . Walker . Mick . Redline Books .
  75. Web site: Bernie Little's Miss Budweiser - A 40-Year Timeline . Thunderboats.org . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090601110649/http://www.thunderboats.org/history/history0246.html . 1 June 2009 .
  76. In reference to the revolutionary enclosed canopy which became common in hydroplane racing
  77. Web site: 1968, the Checkerboard Comet and the "Year that Changed the World" . Thunderboats.org . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20100624013250/http://www.thunderboats.org/history/history0566.html . 24 June 2010 .
  78. Web site: Diamonds Aren't Forever . Thunderboats.org . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20110717135253/http://www.thunderboats.org/history/history0316.html . 17 July 2011 .
  79. Book: Tremayne, David . Donald Campbell: The Man Behind the Mask . 978-0-553-81511-5 . Bantam Books . 2005.
  80. Web site: Norton . 500race.org . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20091127130455/http://www.500race.org/Marques/Norton.htm . 27 November 2009 .
  81. News: Formula One: Big two fight rule changes . London . The Daily Telegraph . Will . Gray . 21 February 2003.
  82. News: Formula One: Big two set to roar right from the off . London . The Daily Telegraph . James . Mossop . 1 March 2001.
  83. Web site: Johnson . Merritt . Super Aguri denied paddock access at Turkish Grand Prix — Autoblog . Autoblog.com . 5 June 2008 . 2009-11-11.
  84. Given as until 1998, both ran under the same championship, also the Sebring race traditionally followed Daytona.
  85. Web site: Rolex 24 at Daytona Entry List update 98-12-23 | GT News . 11 January 2010 . 8 June 2011 . https://web.archive.org/web/20110608004413/http://www.motorsport.com/news/article.asp?ID=23420&FS=USRRC . dead .
  86. Web site: Surrey Live: Local Surrey News, Sport and What's on.
  87. Web site: Bringing you Subaru news from all over the globe . Subaruinformer.com . 14 April 2009 . 2009-11-11 .
  88. News: Australian fans face booze limit . BBC News . 6 October 2009.
  89. News: Loeb takes lead in Finland . https://archive.today/20120909084250/http://www.rte.ie/sport/motorsport/2008/0801/loebs.html . dead . 2012-09-09 . RTÉ News . 1 August 2008 .
  90. Web site: Toute l'actualité avec Corse-Matin - Erreur 404.
  91. Given for their dominance in the series.
  92. Given during their time as McLaren Can-Am drivers
  93. http://www.mclaren.com/historyofmclaren/canam.php McLaren Mercedes - History of McLaren Can Am
  94. Given for its accident prone nature of the race, due to it taking place on unsuitable circuit.
  95. Web site: 1993 Jaguar XJ 220 Review and Buyer's Guide . 2010-01-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20100107072735/http://www.sportscarmarket.com/Profiles/2005/December/English/ . 7 January 2010 .
  96. Web site: The Jaguar XJ220 . www.ktsmotorsportsgarage.com . 14 January 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/19991004010125/http://www.ktsmotorsportsgarage.com/quiz/quiz11.html . 4 October 1999 . dead.
  97. Given for their dominance of, and the large number of privateer teams running Ducati bikes in the category.
  98. Web site: World Superbike Denies Being A Ducati Cup Series News Article // . Roadracingworld.com . 26 April 2003 . 2009-11-11.
  99. p27, Irish motorsport pull-out, Motorsport News, 30 July 2008
  100. Web site: NASCAR: Rowdy Videos - Yahoo! Sports . Sports.yahoo.com . 2009-11-11.
  101. Web site: Darren . Galpin . Martinsville track info . Silhouet.com . 2009-11-11.
  102. Web site: Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
  103. Web site: Michelin . Michelin ready to worship at the 'Cathedral of Speed' . 22 June 2016 . MotoGP . 25 April 2023.
  104. Web site: News channel . Motorsport.com . 2009-11-11.
  105. Given by spectators as they felt that the official name belonged to the original circuit, not that of the new layout.
  106. Web site: Nurburgring 2008 . Mg-lola.com . 2 June 2008 . 2009-11-11.
  107. Given as an insult by spectators who regard it as a poor substitute to the original because they were seated farther away to the original layout
  108. Web site: Road & Track Magazine - The Ring (2/2009) . Roadandtrack.com . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20091025072851/http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?section_id=10&article_id=7370 . 25 October 2009 .
  109. Web site: Tony Stewart sets mark with 5th Watkins Glen victory - ESPN . . 10 August 2009 . 2009-11-11.
  110. Web site: Mersey Reporter & Southport Reporter - News page . Southportreporter.com . 2009-11-11.
  111. Web site: News/Media | News | Labor Day NASCAR Racing Belongs in the South . Atlanta Motor Speedway . 12 August 2009 . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20110721061105/http://www.atlantamotorspeedway.com/media/news/552482.html . 21 July 2011 .
  112. Web site: McGee: Tall tales from the Great American Speedway - ESPN The Magazine . . April 2009. 2009-11-11.
  113. Web site: h2g2 - Green Hell - The Nurburgring Motor-Racing Circuit . BBC . 19 June 1927 . 2009-11-11.
  114. Given as an insult by spectators who regard it as a poor substitute to the original because they were seated farther away to the original layout
  115. News: A guide to the German grand prix | Sport . The Guardian . 13 March 2007. 2009-11-11 . London.
  116. Web site: BTCC heading for the Home of British Motor Racing | Racecar - Motorsport News . Racecar . 13 August 2009 . 2009-11-11 . https://web.archive.org/web/20160314084551/http://racecar.com/motorsport/news/btcc-heading-for-the-home-of-british-motor-racing/29982.htm . 14 March 2016 . dead .
  117. Given for the fact that BDRC is the circuit owner
  118. given due to its popularity with the sport
  119. Web site: House of Drift . Urbanracer.com . 2009-11-11 . https://web.archive.org/web/20070807111923/http://www.urbanracer.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1549&z=29 . 7 August 2007 . dead .
  120. Web site: McDonald . Johnny . Riverside: A Racetrack for The Ages! . speedstylemagazine.com . 21 March 2009 . 2009-11-11 . https://web.archive.org/web/20101129010844/http://speedstylemagazine.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=68&Itemid=31 . 29 November 2010 . dead .
  121. Web site: Thompson Speedway Track History . Thompsonspeedway.com . 26 May 1940 . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20100326085525/http://www.thompsonspeedway.com/track_history.htm . 26 March 2010 .
  122. http://explorepahistory.com/hmarker.php?markerId=994
  123. Web site: Hemmings Auto Blogs » Blog Archive » Corona, California: The city that doubled as a race course . Blog.hemmings.com . 27 July 2009 . 2009-11-11.
  124. News: Brock . Yates . It was a wonder that Bill Marvel (left) got the Pocono - 07.12.71 - SI Vault . Sportsillustrated.cnn.com . 12 July 1971 . 2009-11-11.
  125. Web site: Phoenix International Raceway . Autoracingfantasyleague.com . 16 February 2009 . 2009-11-11 . https://web.archive.org/web/20110707191445/http://www.autoracingfantasyleague.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=75%3Aphoenix&catid=36%3Atracks&Itemid=74 . 2011-07-07 . dead .
  126. Web site: Darlington Raceway: The Lady in Black . Speedway-guide.com . 2009-11-11 . https://web.archive.org/web/20090819152854/http://www.speedway-guide.com/darlington-raceway.html . 19 August 2009 . dead .
  127. http://www.whelen.com/_MOTORSPORTS/newsletters/NWMT%20NewsNotes%20NHMS%201.pdf
  128. Web site: Rhys Millen To Race Pontiac Solstice GXP To The Clouds At Pikes Peak . Motorsports Journal . 18 June 2007 . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090912033143/http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2007/06/rhys_millen_to.php . 12 September 2009 .
  129. Web site: MotorSport Vision News :: Ride the 'Mini Nurburgring' this weekend - Feb 12 . Brandsmsv.com . 2009-11-11 .
  130. Web site: Spectator Vs. Spotter: Monster Mile of Dover Edition . Bleacher Report . 23 September 2009 . 2009-11-11.
  131. Web site: News: Nissan Returns to the Mountain for WPS Bathurst 12 Hour - New Car Reviews, Photos & Videos . Carshowroom.com.au . 15 February 2009 . 2009-11-11.
  132. Web site: e-Tracks: Features | Canada's Pioneer . Etracksonline.co.uk . 26 July 1959 . 2009-11-11 . https://web.archive.org/web/20090917033702/http://www.etracksonline.co.uk/Features/stories/canadaspioneer.html . 2009-09-17 . dead .
  133. Web site: HowStuffWorks "Martinsville Speedway" . Auto.howstuffworks.com . 30 July 2007. 2009-11-11.
  134. Web site: Heads-up Queensland Raceway, Ipswich, Qld . V8X . 21 July 2006 . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090930005049/http://www.v8x.com.au/cms/A_107095/article.html . 30 September 2009 .
  135. Web site: The track that ate the heroes - Ryan McGee - ESPN The Magazine . . 5 October 2009 . 2009-11-11.
  136. Web site: Editorial: TTAC Does the Nurburgring, Lap 100 . The Truth About Cars . 16 September 2009. 2009-11-11.
  137. Web site: Rockingham Speedway - Racing Fever at "The Rock" - NC Motorsports - North Carolina Travel & Tourism . https://wayback.archive-it.org/all/20130311185547/http://www.visitnc.com/journeys/articles/motorsports/2/rockingham-speedway . dead . 2013-03-11 . Visitnc.com . 2009-11-11 .
  138. Web site: The Rock . Rockingham Dragway.com . 2009-11-11.
  139. News: Cemetery Circuit . 2008-11-18 . n.d. . aatravel.co.nz . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20091001213244/http://www.aatravel.co.nz/101/Regional101_Cemetery-Circuit.html . 1 October 2009 .
  140. Web site: GOOD LAP vs GREAT LAP: Ride onboard with Carlos Sainz around the Temple of Speed at Monza . Formula 1 . 25 April 2023.
  141. Web site: NASCAR Hot Laps Ride - Melbourne, Calder Park Thunderdome Motor Racing . Adrenalin . 18 September 2009 . 2009-11-11.
  142. Web site: NASCAR - Bristol Motor Speedway: Thunder Valley - Weekend Getaway in Tennessee . Allgetaways.com . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20110707113521/http://www.allgetaways.com/view_destination.asp?destinationid=XGP026-003 . 7 July 2011 .
  143. Web site: Paul Menard Tames "the Track Too Tough to Tame" – Finishes Top-15 . Catchfence . 10 May 2009 . 2009-11-11.
  144. Web site: The Mysterious Triangle Known As Pocono Speedway . Bleacher Report . 1 August 2009 . 2009-11-11.
  145. Tires, Crashes, Pit Road the Keys to Dover - Unrestricted - Unrestricted . Sporting News . 25 September 2009 . 2009-11-11.
  146. Web site: HowStuffWorks "Daytona International Speedway: The World Center of Racing" . Auto.howstuffworks.com . 10 February 2009. 2009-11-11.
  147. due to the strong high beam lights cutting through the night.
  148. Web site: "Team LOOS INTERNATIONAL" at the 9th Rallye Monte Carlo Historique . 2009-02-01 . https://web.archive.org/web/20080415194230/http://www.loos.de/loos/presse/presxx.asp?nPageId=100186 . 2008-04-15 . dead .
  149. http://www.slater5.freeserve.co.uk/passes.htm Alpine Passes
  150. Web site: Motorsport Valley Tours - MIA Events Diary . The-mia.com . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20100302232116/http://www.the-mia.com/events_diary.cfm/flag/2/e_id/143 . 2 March 2010 .
  151. Web site: 2007 Formula D Licensing Rules Drifting Drift Live . Driftlive.com . 19 January 2007 . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20081120005653/http://www.driftlive.com/dl/2007/2007-formula-d-licensing-rules/ . 20 November 2008 .
  152. Web site: Race 2 Win: This Week in Ford Racing: Matt Kenseth . 17 January 2009 . https://web.archive.org/web/20090221092039/http://www.race2win.net/wc/04/twfrmk1.html . 21 February 2009 . dead .
  153. Given as an insult as notable drivers (John Paul, Sr., John Paul, Jr. Randy Lanier, and the Whittington Brothers) who raced in their series were arrested for illegal drug trade participation in the 1980s)Web site: Top 10 sports scams – cheating and great sport scandals . Bumeral.net . 23 April 2008 . 2009-11-11 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090308020129/http://www.bumeral.net/blog/2008/04/23/top-10-sports-scams-cheating-and-great-sport-scandals/ . 8 March 2009 .