Tax for NSW motorists
July 15, 2010
NSW motorists are soon to be hit with a new strategy designed to increase revenue from mobile speed vans. The first six hi tech Ford Territory vehicles will operate from July 19.
High performance tyres proven best
July 2, 2010
In motor talk many scribes refer to vehicle handling in complicated language. Mid corner understeer, throttle balance oversteer on exit etc. Sadly, most drivers have little knowledge of how their car works apart from putting fuel in the tank.
INCREASING DRIVER SKILLS IS THE ANSWER!
June 24, 2010
Cross the Blue Mountains heading west and the regional town of Bathurst makes for a wonderful week-end away from the big smoke. No matter what time of the year Bathurst has lots to offer tourists including the motoring museum at Mount Panorama.
Maintaining NSW road safety agenda is vital
June 8, 2010
The current political climate in NSW is almost like a vehicle on a wet road with bald tyres. The word control is something I have trouble grasping and most people feel the same way. Our eloquent Premier Kristina Keneally is fighting hard to maintain control, the same as Treasurer Eric Roozendaal. [Read more]
Mark Webber succumbs to Red Bull-at-a-gate team mate
June 1, 2010
Watch any team sport and the score board is a reflection of the effort put in.
It’s the team managers role to motivate, develop a game plan then get those involved up to speed with winning. There are times when athletes let their emotions get in the way of the game plan resulting in negative outcomes. [Read more]
Tarzan Yamada leads Eastern Creek record charge
May 24, 2010
Mention the name Mark Skaife and in motor racing circles he is up there with the best.
Throw the name Tarzan Yamada into the hat and people would ask who? [Read more]
Watson and Webber sail to success
May 18, 2010
Last week was amazing where Australia showcased itself to the world. Firstly, Jessica Watson sailed into Sydney Harbour after being at sea for 210 days circumnavigating the world. Then, Formula One driver Mark Webber won the Monaco Grand Prix. [Read more]
Getting Up To Speed Is Limiting Progress
May 10, 2010
How many times have you been driving and encountered a learner driver? Recently I entered the M5 Motorway which is signed post at 110km, that’s if your licence allows this. [Read more]
Driving behaviour affects fuel economy
February 17, 2010
Not a day goes past when the issue of global warming gets a mention. Listen to our political leaders and you could be excused for thinking the end is near? [Read more]
Power and performance go hand in hand
February 8, 2010
The sport of drag racing is delivering big power.
Recently the Holden Trade Club sponsored Commodore Doorslammer, driven by Maurice Fabietti, set a new speed record of 403km or 250mph in old terms. [Read more]
Ian Luff
Bernard Bratusa
Jeff McGill