Apex Motorsport received a lift at the weekend when the Jaguar XKR of Stuart Scott, Chris Ryan and Mark Sumpter claimed third overall in the 1,000k Britcar race at Spa Francorchamps on Saturday. Continue Reading »
Apex Motorsport wins podium finish at Spa!

Aston Martin has completed the traditional pre-Le Mans test day at the La Sarthe circuit, two weeks prior to the endurance classic.

The test is an opportunity for drivers and teams to re-familiarise themselves with the eight-mile circuit in order to finalise the set-up for the round the clock race. This year, Aston Martin Racing will be defending its GT1 class win with two Gulf-sponsored DBR9s, numbered 007 and 009. Also competing in the event is an Aston Martin-powered LMP1 prototype, entered by Charouz Racing System, as well as two customer DBR9s from Team Modena and Vitaphone Racing. Continue Reading »
Pre-Le Mans test day for Aston Martin!

With over five weeks to go until the 2008 Festival of Speed (11-13 July), Goodwood can already confirm that over 80 of the world’s greatest motor racing drivers and riders will be present at the world’s largest celebration of motoring culture, with more big names still expected to follow over the coming weeks. Continue Reading »
2008 Goodwood Festival of Speed confirms 80 drivers and riders!

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage N24 – whose model designation is named after the classic 24-hour event – has claimed its best-ever finish at the Nürburgring 24 Hours, with three cars taking the top three positions in the class.

A team consisting of Japanese journalist Shin-ichi Katsura, Hong Kong-based writer Matthew Marsh, and German racing driver Oliver Mathai finished 18th out of 220 starters in the endurance classic, clinching the SP8 class victory. This eclipses Aston Martin’s previous best finish at the event of 24th in 2006 using the very same car, nicknamed ‘Rose’. Continue Reading »
Aston Martin success at Nurburgring 24 hours!

3 Times World Sportscar Champion, Ray Bellm was driving the Apex Motorsport Jaguar for the first time, sharing with Stuart Hall. The speed traps on the Italian circuit gave a clear indication of the Jaguar’s speed, recording the V8 supercharged XKR fastest in all sectors during the 20 lap test. Continue Reading »
Apex Motorsport at Monza!

Following a successful debut at Silverstone, Apex Motorsport are pleased to confirm the presence of two Jaguar XKRs at the next round of the 2008 FIA European GT3 Championship at Monza on 18th May. Continue Reading »
Apex Motorsport’s XKRs set to race at Monza!

Aston Martin’s growing presence on the track continues with the announcement that the British marque will be represented at this year’s ADAC Nürburgring 24-hour race on 24/25 May with a DBRS9 and two Vantage N24s. Continue Reading »
Aston Martin’s Nurburgring driver line-up confirmed!

The project to secure the world steam car speed record is on track, with everything focused on the record attempt at Bonneville Salt Flats, USA in August 2008. This will follow the unveiling of the British Steam Car at the 60th Bonneville Speed Week from 18 to 24 August. Continue Reading »
British Steam Car to secure world steam car speed record!

If you’ve ever dreamed of a career as a racing driver, but feel your current course is unlikely to steer you in that direction, Vauxhall’s VXR Racing Driver of the Year 2008 competition could be just what you’re looking for. Continue Reading »
Jump start a career as a racing driver?

The Aston Martin Racing team, which will race in the iconic blue and orange colours of Gulf, has announced its driver line-up for the Le Mans 24 Hours in June.

Following an historic GT1 class victory at the endurance classic last year, the 2008 line-up is once again an exciting blend of youth and experience, with four new drivers joining two members of the winning crew from last year. The evocative colour scheme, a departure from the traditional Aston Martin Racing Green, is also new for this year thanks to a partnership with Gulf Oil International. Continue Reading »
Aston Martin Racing and Gulf confirm Le Mans drivers