Daniel Lloyd, Author at The Checkered Flag

Michael Shank: “I think we have a real shot”

By Daniel Lloyd

January 29, 2016

1 Mins read

Michael Shank Racing will start third at the 54th Daytona 24 Hours, and according to team owner Michael Shank the Ligier JS P2 has “a real shot” at winning the American enduro for the first time.

Daytona 24 Hours Qualifying Results

By Daniel Lloyd

January 29, 2016

1 Mins read

Combined provisional results from Daytona for this weekend’s 24 race, including a run-down of the separate class orders.

IMSA

SMP Racing's Aleshin Takes Daytona 24 Hours Pole

By Daniel Lloyd

January 28, 2016

2 Mins read

Mikhail Aleshin has put SMP Racing on pole for the 54th Daytona 24 Hours, while Nick Tandy took the fastest lap overall in a topsy-turvy qualifying session that was heavily influenced by the weather.

IMSA

Daytona 24: Negri Leads Shortened First Practice

By Daniel Lloyd

January 28, 2016

1 Mins read

Michael Shank Racing led the opening free practice session for this weekend’s Daytona 24 Hours as wet weather shook up the order of the four classes.

IMSA

Daytona 24 Hours Preview: GT Le Mans and GT Daytona

By Daniel Lloyd

January 28, 2016

7 Mins read

The Checkered Flag previews the GTLM and GTD classes ahead of this weekend’s Daytona 24 Hours, which feature over half of the total number of entries between them.

FIA WEC

Rebellion Confirms WEC Return in 2016

By Daniel Lloyd

January 27, 2016

1 Mins read

Rebellion Racing will take part in all nine rounds of the 2016 World Endurance Championship, featuring an unchanged driver lineup in its two LMP1 coupes.

IMSA

IMSA announces Al Kamel Systems as new timing partner

By Daniel Lloyd

January 27, 2016

1 Mins read

IMSA will introduce new timing and scoring technology to the 2016 WeatherTech Sportscar Championship after announcing a partnership with Spanish firm Al Kamel Systems.

FIA WEC IMSA

Onroak Begins Wind Tunnel Testing of 2017 LMP2 car

By Daniel Lloyd

January 27, 2016

1 Mins read

Onroak Automotive has revealed the name and initial development details of its 2017 LMP2 racer, which is currently undergoing a wind tunnel test in Switzerland.

IMSA

Daytona 24 Hours Preview: Prototype and Prototype Challenge

By Daniel Lloyd

January 27, 2016

6 Mins read

In the first of two previews, The Checkered Flag looks at the 21 entries taking part in the Prototype and Prototype Challenge classes at this weekend’s Daytona 24 Hours.

Formula 1 IMSA

Barrichello Added to Wayne Taylor Lineup for Daytona

By Daniel Lloyd

January 26, 2016

1 Mins read

Wayne Taylor Racing has added Formula 1 race winner Rubens Barrichello to its 2016 Daytona 24 Hours lineup in a ‘precautionary move’, as the team prepares to fight for its first win at the Florida enduro.

IMSA

VisitFlorida Racing Predicting a Close Fight at Daytona

By Daniel Lloyd

January 25, 2016

2 Mins read

After struggling for pace at the Roar test, VisitFlorida Racing is now ready for a close battle with the other prototypes at the 2016 Daytona 24 Hours.

European Le Mans Series

Mac Returns to Complete Formula Racing Lineup

By Daniel Lloyd

January 22, 2016

1 Mins read

Formula Racing has completed its driver roster for the 2016 ELMS and 24 Hours of Le Mans, as reigning European GTE champion Mikkel Mac re-signs with the team.

Endurance Racing

WRT Audi Wins 24 Hours of Dubai

By Daniel Lloyd

January 16, 2016

2 Mins read

Belgian Club Team WRT has won the 24 Hours of Dubai, claiming victory by five laps and bringing Audi its first overall win at the race.

European Le Mans Series

Jota Sport Retains Tincknell for 2016 ELMS Campaign

By Daniel Lloyd

January 14, 2016

1 Mins read

Jota Sport has retained the services of Harry Tincknell for the full 2016 European Le Mans Series, as the team looks to win its first championship after coming close two years in a row.

24 Hours of Le Mans European Le Mans Series

Van der Garde to make 24H Le Mans Debut with Jota Sport

By Daniel Lloyd

January 11, 2016

2 Mins read

Former Caterham F1 driver Giedo van der Garde will convert to endurance racing in 2016 after signing with LMP2 outfit Jota Sport for the European Le Mans Series and 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Sunoco Daytona Challenge

Sunoco Challenge Winner Impresses on Daytona Debut

By Daniel Lloyd

January 11, 2016

1 Mins read

Sunoco Challenge 200 winner Paddy McClughan had a successful weekend at the Daytona Roar Before the 24, sampling his Ford Mustang Boss prize drive for the first time.

FIA WEC

KCMG Withdraws LMP2 Entry from 2016 WEC

By Daniel Lloyd

January 11, 2016

1 Mins read

Reigning Le Mans 24 Hours winners KCMG will not return to the World Endurance Championship LMP2 class next year after selling its Oreca 05 coupe.

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Michael Shank: “I think we have a real shot”

Daytona 24 Hours Qualifying Results

SMP Racing's Aleshin Takes Daytona 24 Hours Pole

Daytona 24: Negri Leads Shortened First Practice

Daytona 24 Hours Preview: GT Le Mans and GT Daytona

Rebellion Confirms WEC Return in 2016

IMSA announces Al Kamel Systems as new timing partner

Onroak Begins Wind Tunnel Testing of 2017 LMP2 car

Daytona 24 Hours Preview: Prototype and Prototype Challenge

Barrichello Added to Wayne Taylor Lineup for Daytona

VisitFlorida Racing Predicting a Close Fight at Daytona

Mac Returns to Complete Formula Racing Lineup

WRT Audi Wins 24 Hours of Dubai

Jota Sport Retains Tincknell for 2016 ELMS Campaign

Van der Garde to make 24H Le Mans Debut with Jota Sport

Sunoco Challenge Winner Impresses on Daytona Debut

KCMG Withdraws LMP2 Entry from 2016 WEC

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