November 2020 Newsletter
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Atlanta Speedwerks just celebrated its 6th anniversary, growing from an empty 5,000 sqft shop to a full 20,000 sqft. The team has several upcoming events, including SCCA ARRC, IMSA TCR finale at Sebring, and more, with many racing and testing opportunities available.
Atlanta Speedwerks Heads to Road America for Global MX-5 Cup Season Opener
Atlanta Speedwerks has finalized their driver lineup for the 2020 Battery Tender Global MX-5 Cup series, with Tray Ayres, Peter Ensor, and Todd Lamb. Tray Ayres joins the team for the first time, while Peter Ensor returns for his second season, and Todd Lamb rejoins the MX-5 lineup after a stint in IMSA’s TCR class.
Atlanta Speedwerks Finalizes TCR Lineup for Daytona
Atlanta Speedwerks will compete in their second year of racing Honda Civic TCRs in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, with Bryan Ortiz and Nikko Reger joining to pilot the #94 Civic and Brian Henderson and Todd Lamb returning with the #84 Civic. Both new and returning drivers are excited for the season opener at Daytona on January 24th.
AUTOMOBILE MAG: Driven! Honda’s Civic Type R Race Car Is an Absolute Riot
It doesn’t understeer like a street car with front-wheel drive,” said racing driver and ATL Speedwerks team owner, Todd Lamb. “It’s set up to rotate, so it can get loose on cold tires.” Lamb’s comments highlight the exceptional handling and race-ready setup of the Honda Civic Type R TCR, which is evident as it navigates tight corners with ease and precision.
Promising Finish Cuts Out For Atlanta Speedwerks At Sebring
Atlanta Speedwerks had a promising run at the Sebring race in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, but bad luck struck again. Despite leading and performing strongly, the No. 84 Honda Civic TCR faced a power issue late in the race, resulting in an eighth-place finish. The team remains optimistic and looks forward to their next race in Mid-Ohio.
CNET ROAD SHOW: Honda Civic Type R TCR first drive review
Driving the Atlanta Speedwerks Honda Civic Type R TCR racer brought a mix of excitement and nervousness, especially with the intricate systems and high stakes involved. The car, valued at $172,000, is a critical asset for the team, set to compete in the next IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge race at Watkins Glen International.
Arrive and Drive racing options for 2019
Ready to race in 2019? Atlanta Speedwerks offers arrive and drive programs in IMSA TCR, Global MX-5 Cup, and Spec MX-5 Challenge. Contact us today!
Lally Joins Speedwerks for Global MX-5 Challenge
Andy Lally is heading to Sebring International Raceway for the Global MX-5 Cup Challenge, where Mazda has put up a $50,000 prize for the winner. The event includes two 45-minute races, and the best average finishing position will determine the winner.
Atlanta Speedwerks Spec MX-5 Series, $100k winner
Peter Ensor dominated the Spec MX-5 Challenge Championship, leading all 13 laps at Road Atlanta to win the $100,000 prize. The championship was decided by points accumulated from the regular season and two weekend races, with each driver competing in identical NC-generation Mazda MX-5s.
ABS has become pretty much standard equipment on most vehicles
Driving with confidence in winter conditions often relies on your car’s ABS system, which prevents wheel lock-up and maintains steering control. If the ABS light is on, it could indicate a problem with the sensors, hydraulic pump, or valves, all of which need addressing to ensure safe driving.