Schumacher is the best, says Alonso

Michael Schumacher was mobbed by the media and welcomed back by fellow champions on his return to the Formula One paddock on Thursday in search of an unprecedented eighth title.

NASCAR missed chance to fix the ‘code’

Stock car racing’s “code” came under the microscope this week when Carl Edwards wrecked Brad Keselowski late in the Kobalt Tools 500. Although Edwards just wanted to take his rival out of the race, the result of his reckless act could have been much, much worse.

U.S. says “drugged driving” growing threat

Motorists under the influence of drugs are a growing threat on U.S. roads, while the number who drink and drive has fallen thanks to education and law enforcement, a top U.S. drug control official said on Tuesday.

Ottawa to Florida in Audi Q7 diesel

The reason I love diesel so much was answered on the first fill up of the 2010 Audi Q7 TDI that I am driving from Ottawa to Florida and back for March break.
Having swallowed 87 litres at 99 cents a litre, the range on the computer told me I would be able to travel 890 kms before needing fuel again.
That’s a long time without a pee break.

NASCAR driver Edwards receives three-race probation for Atlanta incident

Carl Edwards avoided suspension but received a three-race probation period from NASCAR after intentionally wrecking Brad Keselowski in last Sunday’s Kobalt Tools 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

NASCAR needs to control on-going Edwards-Keselowski feud

Prior to the start of the 2010 season, NASCAR essentially told Sprint Cup Series drivers, “Boys, have at it and have a good time.”

Schuey takes long view of return

On the eve of his comeback, Michael Schumacher admits he may not win Sunday’s opening race of the 2010 Formula One campaign, but expects to be in contention for an eighth world title at season’s
end.

Recharged Schumacher anxious to hit the track

Seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher admitted Friday
he couldn’t wait to get back behind the wheel and racing again at
the Bahrain Grand Prix in just over a week’s time.

Chocolate-powered racecar makes sustainability sexy

Fueled by leftover chocolate and with components made from carrots, potato starch and flax, the world’s first sustainable Formula 3 racing car has a top speed of 135 miles per hour and can go from zero to 60 in 2.5 seconds.

Honda, Ford, VW had least repairs, firm says

Vehicles from Honda, Ford and Volkswagen had the lowest number of repairs in 2009, according to figures compiled by Warrantech, a U.S. aftermarket warranty company.

The Bedford, Texas, company analyzed its paid claims records on different vehicles driven by its customers during the past year to determine the vehicles that consistently required the fewest number of repairs.