While they had two dodge dart chassis from the previous season, one of them was built by jerry haas. However advances in safety technology, and specifications designed. Mike skeen is an american race car driver that cut his teeth racing karts and progressed through grassroots motorsports to reach the professional level. After cd throws down the gauntlet, ford brings a tunnel port mustang with unheardof 60series tires and chevrolet marches in a faster z28. Jan 06, 2016 turn 9 is always more of a test of driver than machine, whether you have the bones to stay flat, but the new camaro serves up so much confidence, you can carry the wide righthander at full throttle. Now its heading to auction as part of the silverstone retro race car competition sale in 2017. After five years with the serviceablebutuninspiring ss model, chevy teams will have the new camaro. The camaro z28 is a trackready, super highperformance variant that weighs about 300 pounds less than the camaro zl1. Chase elliott debuted the camaro in a tire test at texas motor speedway last month. During the entire drive, there isnt one shot of jeff gordon driving the car. Join a local chapter of the sports car club of america scca. Every impreza is allwheel drive, has at least 30mpg. To join, youll need a sports physical from a doctor. The 2020 ram 1500 is the luxury car of pickup trucks, while also being one of the strongest in workday chores 2020 mitsubishi outlander sport the 2020 mitsubishi outlander sport is a subcompact crossover that spars with some of the bestselling crossovers in the market.
Nascar driver takes adot mvd driving exam donatelifeaz. New car test drive on the 2012 camaro by john coyle october 1, 2012 our buddies over at new car test drive get to check out everything from econoboxes like the toyota matrixyup, they still make itto hot hardware like aston martins rapide and porsches panamera. After five years with the serviceablebutuninspiring ss. Vintage dragstrip test of iconic 1969 chevrolet camaro z28. Jan 15, 2016 kellys test car was a hugger orange z with white stripes, front and rear spoilers, and an amfm radio in addition to the 5z28ba special performance equipment option the z28 package and the. Thats often the first step to being qualified as a race car driver, amateur or professional, as you get your licensing through the chapter. The large oval openings in the front bumper are reminiscent of ferrari racing models from the 60s, specifically the 156 sharknose formula one car and 250 tr61 le mans cars of phil hill. Participants may be required to have 30 min of pro simulator training and 30 min coaching. Aug 15, 2018 i am honored that chevrolet asked me to drive the camaro zl1 pace car in one of the biggest races of the year, earnhardt said in a news release. That goes to tell all the people that think nascar drivers can only turn left in circles. Steve, the salesman doesnt recognize that the test car, supposedly a 2009 camaro. Nascar driver jeff gordon pranks an unsuspecting car salesman, then.
We upload new videos every week that give quick insight into what our weekly test cars look, feel, and sound like when theyre being driven joyfully. Disguised by a makeup team, nascar champion jeff gordon strolls onto the lot of a used car dealership claiming to be a. Theres a muted snarl from the 395hp straightsix under the hood, the hiss. Deaths among racers and spectators were numerous in the early years of racing. For many, the 1969 z28 marks the ultimate evolution of the firstgeneration camaro series with its incomparable styling and racebred engineering. One critic says that the camaro ss 1le can even outhandle rivals like the ford mustang boss 302, though others counter that in other trim levels, the mustang is still more capable on a. For many, the 1969 z28 marks the ultimate evolution of the firstgeneration camaro series with its incomparable styling and race bred engineering. Nascar s jeff gordon pranks used car salesman with. Jul 19, 2017 we finished 40,000 miles of fury in the chevrolet camaro ss.
Laughlins search for jerry haas built race car lead him to the door of pro stock driver deric kramer. Rear visibility over the driver s shoulder is hampered by the. Chevrolet unveils 2018 camaro race car for monster energy series. We finished 40,000 miles of fury in the chevrolet camaro ss. Marc weinberg race car driver scares car salesman during. The nascar driver gives a vocal critic the ride of his life in his latest pepsi max ad. Cloud 9 livings driving experiences cover countless kinds of car models and racing styles. Disguised as an excon turned cab driver, jeff gets some revenge on auto journalist travis okulski who cried fake on the original test drive video. Chevrolet unveils 2018 camaro race car for monster energy. Jeff gordon takes an unsuspecting car salesman on the test drive of his life. I own a camaro, i loved the pepsi video whoever made this video is just mad they dont own. Jeff gordons alltime drive prank still makes us laugh every time.
Nearing the engines 7500rpm limiter, the entire car a 1969 camaro z28 from the original transam race series of fourplus decades ago quakes and shudders and boils with the relentless. The 2020 volvo xc60 is a midsize luxury crossover with unwavering attention to detail, robust diversity in its powertrains, a superb cabin space, logical infotainment, and active safety. Pages public figure marc weinberg videos race car driver scares car. I directed this video for pepsis zero calorie soda brand starring nascar driver jeff gordon, featuring him taking a hapless salesman on a. Copos second coming builds on a legacy established in 1969, when the first purposebuilt camaro drag racing specialty car was designed to compete in the nhra stock eliminator. Find out how the car held up, get our impressions, and see photos at car and driver. Jeff gordon test drives a camaro disguised nascar driver jeff gordon takes an unsuspecting car dealer for a spin in a camaro. Jan 29, 2019 the chevrolet camaro zl1 1le is a trackfocused monster with all the tech wizardry youd expect from something designed to throw down crazy quick times at any circuit you take it to.
The mustangcamaro grudge match began on september 29, 1966, the day the camaro went on sale as chevrolets answer to fords twoyear old pony car sensation. The car s name has been etched into the testarossastyled driver s side mirror. Mar 21, 2019 former professional stock car racing driver james christopher mcmurray is currently a parttime driver and an analyst for fox nascar. Jan 23, 2018 chevrolet drivers are unabashedly excited about the piece theyll have this nascar season. Feb 28, 2017 chevrolet sends the camaro to finishing school and ends up with an impeccably behaved monster. Fast cool cars z28 vs gt, car and driver comparison test. Its faster, louder, and stiffer, and, of course, it has that luscious roar lacking in the v6 model.
It was the first time the daytona 500 was paced by a pickup truck. The ford mustang versus chevrolet camaro question is always fun and provides plenty of passionate responses from both sides of the fence. Pro touring cars are the perfect melding of going fast and being comfortable, but for milt burleson it meant a change from 1992 vette to a completely reworked first gen. Mar 25, 2016 what happens when a nascar driver takes arizonas driving test. Racecar rental at hpde track days formula experiences. This test drive video showing nascar champion jeff gordon. The salesman notices that gordon is gravitated towards the camaro and. While all surviving examples are highly desirable, this le mans blue 1969 chevrolet camaro z28 is a particularly outstanding numbers matching car, equipped with a 4.
Chevrolets nascar drivers ready to hit the track in the. Best said the driver lost control of the vehicle as he came back to the straightaway and ran. What happens when a nascar driver takes arizonas driving test. Disguised as an excon turned cab driver, jeff gets some revenge on auto journalist travis okulski who cried fake on the original test drive. Which race car driver won the 20 whelen modified tour championship, after being. How penskes infamous lightweight z28 racer lives on in.
Frank hawleys drag racing school unveiled this week its new john force racingbuilt 2018 chevrolet camaro alcohol funny car, and jfr developmental driver austin prock was the first to make laps. The 20 chevrolet camaro is in its fifthgeneration, last redesigned for the 2010 model year. Austin prock test drives new hawley drag racing school funny car. Pepsi max jeff gordon commercial prank drive youtube. When a nascar champion is shopping for a used camaro, something must be up. And from the start, camaros performance standout was the virtually race ready z28 package.
Who was the best female race car driver of all time. He won the 2010 daytona 500 for chip ganassi racing and is one of only three drivers to win both the brickyard 400 and daytona 500 in the same year. The chevrolet camaro zl1 1le is a trackfocused monster with all the tech wizardry youd expect from something designed to throw down crazy quick. Tom cruise test drives red bull racing f1 car duration. He now has victories to his name in the pirelli world challenge gt series, pikes peak international hill climb, transam, score baja, nasa, and experience in imsa, grandam, and nascar. In 2017, chevy took things up a notch and combined the stock ss with upgrades found in the zl1 1le to create a very potent race car for the ta4 class of the trans am series.
December 25, 1878 june 6, 1941 was a swissamerican race car driver, cofounder of the chevrolet motor car company in 1911, and a founder in 1916 of the frontenac motor corporation. A unique race car developed by famed engineer, driver, and builder jim hall. Turn 9 is always more of a test of driver than machine, whether you have the bones to stay flat, but the new camaro serves up so much confidence, you can. Launch controls custom mode allows the driver to vary revs in increments of 100rpm, and wheelspin in half. Can you identify these nascar drivers without their. Nascar driver jeff gordon gets revenge in pepsi max commercial. Amazing chevy camero test drive by jeff gordon nascar pilot. Test drive 2 jeff gordon takes reporter for a wild ride.
Jeff gordon told us that his star turn as the 500s pacecar driverincluding his live broadcast narration for foxwill be his firstever seat time in the new zl1. Mar, 20 disguised by a makeup team, nascar champion jeff gordon strolls onto the lot of a used car dealership claiming to be a minivan driver named mike. Jeff gordon test drives a camaro disguised nascar driver jeff gordon takes an unsuspecting car dealer for a spin in. Chevrolets nascar drivers ready to hit the track in the new. Aug 10, 2017 a new era in chevrolet motorsports starts today with the introduction of the camaro zl1 as the new race car for the monster energy nascar cup series. One critic says that the camaro ss 1le can even outhandle rivals like the ford mustang boss 302, though others counter that in other trim levels, the mustang is still more capable on a twisty stretch of road. Most people i know their camaro put them down a long time ago, but my cars just stood the test of time. Explore endless possibilities with exotic racing, indycar drives and ride alongs, formula 2000 schools, muscle cars, and much more from coasttocoast. Due to the inherently dangerous nature of auto racing, many individuals, including drivers, crew members, officials and spectators, have been killed in crashes related to the sport, in races, in qualifying, in practice or in private testing sessions. Former professional stock car racing driver james christopher mcmurray is currently a parttime driver and an analyst for fox nascar. Most people i know their camaro put them down a long time ago, but my car s just stood the test of time. Race car driver scares car salesman during test drive.
How many speeding tickets are you the proud owner of. Test drive 2 jeff gordon takes reporter for a wild ride youtube. Theres a reason nascar is one of americas favorite sports, and with it come some of historys most incredible athletes. The copo nameplate is a nod to the central office production order system, which cunning chevrolet dealers used to build oneofakind highperformance models. Sep 28, 2017 the mustangcamaro grudge match began on september 29, 1966, the day the camaro went on sale as chevrolets answer to fords twoyear old pony car sensation. Mar 12, 20 jeff gordon test drives a camaro disguised nascar driver jeff gordon takes an unsuspecting car dealer for a spin in a camaro. The camaro ss 1le is more of a track car that you can drive on the street. In order to participate a driver must have documented track day experience or hold a current scca or equivalent regional race license or if a driver has no experience, then driver will need to attend a formula experiences driving event before renting. How to become a race car driver with pictures wikihow. Jun 01, 2009 pro touring cars are the perfect melding of going fast and being comfortable, but for milt burleson it meant a change from 1992 vette to a completely reworked first gen 1967 camaro pro touring.
Oh wow yeah nice and easy just head on out whenever you are ready are you ready to go ahead and get dry okay sure wow thats right low more than im used to you its got some power so just get a feel for it okay okay all right hes off just a little its a so im just thinking a lo more age on me wrinkles a little dorky maybe some facial hair and somebody that i can pull off a fun prank with. Chevrolet drivers are unabashedly excited about the piece theyll have this nascar season. For a more comprehensive comparison test between the 2010 camaro, challenger, and mustang, see autoss fall muscle car challenge. So you can get into the race car driving opportunity of your dreams. He couldnt tell all that much difference except that it looks better. Disguised by a makeup team, nascar champion jeff gordon strolls onto the lot of a used car dealership claiming to be a minivan driver named mike. The film was directed by peter atencio and stars nascar driver jeff gordon. In the offseason his team switched from dodge dart to the chevrolet camaro. The base camaro may not be the quickest affordable sports car, but test drivers are surprised by how well it handles. One jeff gordon prank videos a fake, but the other. Can you identify these nascar drivers without their helmets.
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