Journalism

BRAVE – Ever You’re in Our Thoughts

The Memorial Day poem below “BRAVE” written by Mick Lanigan was inspired by gratitude for those that made our nation a safe place in which to live.  “As you gather with friends and family to enjoy a meal, BBQ, or gathering, please raise a glass, and take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day,” said author Lanigan. “It is a day to put aside differences and remember the brave souls who, regardless of political affiliation, color of skin, country of origin or religious faith, made the ultimate sacrifice to defend  the freedoms and way of life …

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EPA trying to destroy race cars with RPM Act. . . Again!

LandSpeed Louise Comments: American motorsports is under attack again! If the RPM Act does not pass the US Senate every car pictured here – and thousands more –  will  become illegal and subject to federal prosecution.  SEMA worked for years sorting out details for strong pollution controls and compliance testing on street vehicles as well what applied to those converted to race-only. It all went well for decades and then, without any precipitating event, the EPA changed it mind any decided ANY vehicle built for the street CAN NEVER BE ALTERED for racing without violating FEDERAL LAW!  How the interpretation changed is a …

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Karl Ludvigsen Honored by Society of Automotive Historians for “Reid Railton: Man of Speed”

LandSpeed Louise comments: “Keen kudos to Karl for his exceptionally complete and correct contribution to the historical record of land speed racing. His book has garnered the attention and respect of not only very appreciative readers, but that of colleagues. Until Karl dug in, most motorsports people today had no idea what Railton did, had forgotten, or that he ever existed. Readers have but to scan but a few pages to realize what a void has been filled. All should be prepared to be absorbed into yesterday. “ LONDON (Oct. 19, 2019) – Karl Ludvigsen’s book, “Reid Railton: Man of …

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CBS National News Coverage for Bonneville Salt Flats

“Save The Salt”, the volunteer land speed racing group formed to protect the famed international speedway, recently hosted a CBS Network News crew at the Bonneville Salt Flats – at least what is left of it. . . For those who missed the live broadcast, the show is available using the hot link below. The Bonneville segment is just over eight minutes in length. CBS NEWS: Debate Rages Over the Future of the Bonneville Salt Flats On Saturday, October 5th, 2019, CBS This Morning aired a report on conditions at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The CBS network news crew spent …

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LandSpeed Louise on Cars Yeah! Have a listen. . .

The nation’s finest natural racetrack is in peril. Learn why motorsports worldwide can thank the Bureau of Land Management for decades of mind-blowing mismanagement of the Bonneville Salt Flats.