The first “Race to the Clouds” was organized in 1916, offering a chance for brave entrants to test their mettle climbing to the top of one of Colorado’s tallest peaks. In the ensuing years, this challenge has become one of racing’s ultimate feats.
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I Am Second Film Guest ‘Fastest Pastor’ Returns to Pikes Peak International Hill Climb for Fifth Consecutive Yea
Pastor, entrepreneur and race car driver, Don Wickstrum, will return to the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on June 25, 2023. Beyond conquering the feat of his first race in 2019, an exciting challenge of a lifetime, Wickstrum’s story entails pushing through doubts, surviving crashes and coping with an aggressive cancer diagnosis.
Privateer Robert Prilika to Drive 4WD Shelby F-150 Super Snake Sport in 101st Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
LAS VEGAS – June 16, 2023 – Robert Prilika, who drove a 2022 Shelby GT500SE into history last year in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, will return to compete in a new Shelby F-150 Super Snake Sport under the Robert Prilika Motorsports banner. Officials from Shelby American, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (CSBI:PK) and members of the Team Shelby club will attend the race on June 25 as part of the ongoing Carroll Shelby Centennial Celebration.
Robin Shute Wins 100th Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb has changed a few times since it began back in 1916. What started as a showcase of what cars can do slowly morphed into the most unique USAC IndyCar race of the season. Then, it became the most prestigious single stage rally in the world, one won first by Group B monsters and then by specials built in their style long after the class ended.
Inductees Into the Pikes Peak Hall of Fame Announced for 2022
Officials with the Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on Friday announced the 2022 Inductees into the Hall of Fame.
Competitors Announced for the Milestone 100th Running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
Colorado Springs, CO – The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, brought to you by Gran Turismo has officially announced the competitors invited to challenge the 12.42 mile course on June 26, 2022. More than 80 drivers from twelve nations and seventeen states will travel to Colorado Springs for the iconic Race to the Clouds.
Here’s Who Won at Pikes Peak, Including Honda-Powered Turbo Wolf, Tesla Model S Plaid
The 99th running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) was crazy, exhausting, dangerous, and one of the greatest motorsports event you can see.
‘Pikes Peak Live Presented By Mobil 1’ Returns For 2021 With More For Fans
SPRING, Texas – Following the incredible response to the inaugural broadcast last year, and the outpouring of fan inquiries this year, “Pikes Peak Live presented by Mobil 1™” will return for a second year to bring the racing action live from 14,115 feet to your mobile device.
JR Hildebrand May Be Bringing an IndyCar to the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
The 99th Pikes Peak International Hill Climb entry list hints at what could be the fastest car ever entered in the event.
Pikes Peak Hill Climb Record Holder Romain Dumas Returns in 2021
Three years ago French driver Romain Dumas crushed the course record at the Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in an all-electric Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes Peak, making it up America’s Mountain in 7:57.148. And after a two-year absence, Dumas will race once again to the top of Pikes Peak.
Tony Stewart Recalls First Time He Met Dale Earnhardt Jr…. In the NASCAR Hauler After An Incident at Pikes Peak
On the “Dale Jr. Download,” Tony Stewart recalls the first time they met at Pikes Peak after an on-track incident landed both of them in the NASCAR hauler. And basically started their friendship. Video courtesy of NASCAR Media
Loni Unser Brings The Family Name Back To The Pike’s Peak Hillclimb
Loni Unser is looking to add to her famous family’s record in the 100th running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, June 26.
Broad Arrow Announces Historic 1959 Porsche 718 RSK Spyder “Lucybelle III” as Highlight Consignment for Upcoming Amelia Island Auction this March 1-2, 2024
Grosse Pointe, MI, Dec. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Broad Arrow Auctions, a Hagerty (NYSE: HGTY) company, is thrilled to announce the consignment of the historic 1959 Porsche 718 RSK Spyder “Lucybelle III”, chassis 718-024, (estimate $3,500,000 – $4,500,000), to its Amelia Island Auction, being held this March 1-2 at the stunning Amelia Island Ritz Carlton.
New England Auto Racing Hall of Fame Inducts the 25th Class
HOLYOKE, Mass. – The New England Auto Racers (NEAR) President April May Preston-Elms is honored and pleased to announce the 2023 NEAR Hall of Fame (HoF) Class. The landmark 25th class for the region’s most highly regarded motorsports shrine was formally inducted into the NEAR Hall of Fame on Sunday, November 5, at the Log Cabin in Holyoke, Ma.
New England Auto Racing Hall of Fame Announces 25th Class of Inductees
HOLYOKE, Mass. – The New England Auto Racers (NEAR) President April May Preston-Elms is honored and pleased to announce the 2023 NEAR Hall of Fame Class. The landmark 25th class for the region’s most highly regarded motorsports shrine will be formally inducted into the NEAR Hall of Fame on Sunday, November 5, at the Log Cabin-Delaney House in Holyoke, Massachusetts.