Watch out for travel snarl ups more than the Easter weekend

Traveling more than the Easter weekend? Undesirable news: you’re probably to face delays and disruption on the roads and railway.

The Highways Agency has confirmed 55 sets of roadworks on major roads and motorways like the M1, M3, M4 and M6.

Trains will also be impacted, with main disruption on lines out of Paddington and Euston in London.

Up the junction

Improvements to the M1 in the Midlands will impact the area around Junction 19. Road functions amongst junctions 28 and 31 could also influence your journey.

Operate to upgrade the M60 north of Manchester is likely to result in disruption on the M60 and M62. There could also be delays on the M6 among junctions 10a and 13.

“Euston, we have a problem…”

The line in and out of Euston station will be closed for 4 days more than the Easter weekend as National Rail carries out improvements around Watford Junction, like renewing signalling, laying new track and the reconstruction of the Orphanage Road Bridge.

The engineering functions influence Southern, London Midland and Virgin Trains.

Obtaining Crossrail

Perform on the Crossrail improvement will close the railway between Hayes & Harlington and Didcot Parkway via Reading.

The closure will influence services among Paddington and Greenford, Slough and Windsor & Eton Central, Maidenhead and Marlow, Twyford and Henley-on-Thames.

Trains will be diverted and an amended timetable will operate on all routes to and from London Paddington. This perform is slated to last until April 12.

Capital deficit

Engineering work also indicates there will be no Southeastern train solutions calling at Deptford, Greenwich, London Bridge (platforms 1 to 6), London Cannon Street, London Charing Cross, London Waterloo East, Maze Hill or Westcombe Park.

Then there are a variety of line closures in the Shenfield location that will disrupt trains between Norwich and Ipswich and London Liverpool Street as well as amongst Southend Victoria and London Liverpool Street.

Many of the train operators are advising passengers to postpone traveling till after the Easter weekend. But if you can’t alter your plans, it is worth checking the timing of the works and any revised timetables prior to you set off.

Highway to hell

The Highways Agency has much more specifics about planned road functions or you can pay a visit to National Rail for information on train travel.

Watch out for travel snarl ups more than the Easter weekend

Watch out for travel snarl ups more than the Easter weekend

Traveling more than the Easter weekend? Negative news: you are probably to face delays and disruption on the roads and railway.

The Highways Agency has confirmed 55 sets of roadworks on key roads and motorways which includes the M1, M3, M4 and M6.

Trains will also be affected, with major disruption on lines out of Paddington and Euston in London.

Up the junction

Improvements to the M1 in the Midlands will influence the region around Junction 19. Road works between junctions 28 and 31 could also influence your journey.

Operate to upgrade the M60 north of Manchester is probably to result in disruption on the M60 and M62. There could also be delays on the M6 between junctions 10a and 13.

“Euston, we have a problem…”

The line in and out of Euston station will be closed for 4 days over the Easter weekend as National Rail carries out improvements about Watford Junction, which includes renewing signalling, laying new track and the reconstruction of the Orphanage Road Bridge.

The engineering performs have an effect on Southern, London Midland and Virgin Trains.

Acquiring Crossrail

Function on the Crossrail development will close the railway in between Hayes & Harlington and Didcot Parkway via Reading.

The closure will impact solutions between Paddington and Greenford, Slough and Windsor & Eton Central, Maidenhead and Marlow, Twyford and Henley-on-Thames.

Trains will be diverted and an amended timetable will operate on all routes to and from London Paddington. This perform is slated to final until April 12.

Capital deficit

Engineering perform also means there will be no Southeastern train solutions calling at Deptford, Greenwich, London Bridge (platforms 1 to 6), London Cannon Street, London Charing Cross, London Waterloo East, Maze Hill or Westcombe Park.

Then there are various line closures in the Shenfield area that will disrupt trains amongst Norwich and Ipswich and London Liverpool Street as well as between Southend Victoria and London Liverpool Street.

Many of the train operators are advising passengers to postpone traveling until soon after the Easter weekend. But if you can not alter your plans, it is worth checking the timing of the operates and any revised timetables prior to you set off.

Highway to hell

The Highways Agency has a lot more specifics about planned road operates or you can visit National Rail for information on train travel.

Watch out for travel snarl ups more than the Easter weekend

Avoid Murder on the Road this Easter Weekend – Don’t Drive Drunk!

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As Easter weekend approaches, South African’s will make their yearly migration to holiday destinations to spend time with their families and loved ones. While many will be enjoying the traditional pickled fish, chocolate eggs and hot cross buns, others will lose their lives on the road.

According to the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) the Easter road death toll dropped from a staggering 241 in 2013, to only 193 in 2014. This is an indication that great headway has been made to reduce the road death toll in South Africa, unfortunately speed and alcohol remain the main reasons for road accidents. It is estimated that around 330 motorists were arrested over last year’s Easter weekend for drunken driving alone.

Wandile Dumakude, legal expert at LIPCO Law for All, explains that many South African’s think they know their drinking limits or have quick fix solutions to sober up,  but these limits usually do not measure up against those set by law or by the human body. “A person is over the legal limit if his breath alcohol content is in excess of 0.24mg per 1,000ml or his blood alcohol concentration in excess of 0.05g per 100ml. The rule of thumb for any motorist is a maximum of 1 unit per alcohol per hour. Biologically the human body can only process one unit every hour, despite drinking lots of water, strong black coffee or taking a cold shower. These tricks do little to help sober a person up,” says Dumakude.

But what does this mean in layman’s terms? Dumakude explains that “a 75ml glass of your favourite wine will amount to about one unit. But be cautious, because that means a 250ml glass will amount to 3, 3 units. A spirit cooler or beer amounts to roughly about 1,25 units, while a 25ml tot of whiskey or brandy to a unit. Cocktails and shooters are a bit more tricky and dangerous, as one glass could easily amount to 2-4 units.”

Many South African’s are aware of the fact that many drivers are let off the hook due to unreliable blood alcohol specimens, and fail to comprehend the seriousness of the crime. If found guilty, a person faces 6 years imprisonment or a R120 000 fine, a suspended driver’s licence and criminal record. That is not even mentioning the repercussions should someone die as a result of a road accident. “The real reason people should not drive under the influence is the fact that they might cause the death of someone. You stand to face a charge of culpable homicide, and prosecutors are increasingly accusing motorists of murder.” Dumakude warns motorists.

 

What to do if a person is arrested for Drunken Driving:

1 Remain calm and collected. Do not resist arrest or become violent, even if force is used. You don’t want to prejudice your chances to be released on bail

2. You have the right to be treated with dignity and to remain silent Pay attention to whether you are informed of your rights (if at all) and other things said by the arresting officer.. You must however provide your full names. You have the right to phone one person (A friend/relative or Attorney).

3. You may not refuse to provide a blood sample. The district surgeon, a registered nurse, or prison medical officer will take a blood specimen within 2 hours of arrest and submit to the state laboratory for analysis.

4. Follow the instructions of the arresting officer. Chances are good that you will be kept at the police station until you have sobered up, and you may be released with a warning to appear before court within 48 hours. You may also be kept behind bars.

5. It is important to note the details and the name of the police station you are in, the case number for your case, the name of the investigating officer. Your attorney will require the info.

Considering that 65% of road accidents are related to alcohol abuse, let’s hope South African’s are responsible and put safety first this Easter weekend.

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Highway stars shine at M-way service stations this weekend

Tomorrow and Sunday (November 15 and 16), Highways Agency traffic officers will be on hand at motorway service stations across England to advise on winter driving, planning journeys over Christmas and checking your car before driving long distances in adverse weather.

Snap, crackle, pop

We might have had a wet and soggy winter so far, but it only takes one cold snap for roads to freeze over and conditions to become hazardous for drivers.

It’s bad enough your car breaking down when it’s hot and sunny, but freezing your proverbials off at the roadside when it happens in winter makes things a whole lot more painful.

It’s showtime…

The Highways Agency initiative is part of scheme called ‘Operation Showtime’. There’s no need for jazz hands though – this operation is all about making sure we, and our cars, are prepared for winter weather.

I’d have gone for ‘snowtime’, but never mind. And there’s no circumstance I can think of that isn’t enhanced with a bit of jazz-handing.

Kit cars

Brian Hensby, the Highways Agency operations manager in charge of ‘Operation Showtime’ said: “We’d suggest drivers put together a winter emergency kit for their car – with crucial items like warm clothing, a torch, de-icer, ice scrapers, shovel and boots.

“We also recommend checking your vehicle – is the tread depth on your tyres safe? Do your brakes work properly? Is your heating okay?

“If you are considering a winter service for your vehicle, be sure to get it done at least a week before any long journeys – sadly, there are countless examples of vehicles establishing problems during the very first journey after a check-up.”

Be prepared

As well as making sure your car has been serviced, there are lots of basic checks you can perform to make sure your car is set for winter.

As Hensby points out, checking your tyres is crucial – if they are worn, you’re much more likely to skid. The tread legally needs to be at least 1.6mm, but if you’re driving in winter it should ideally be more than 2mm.

The 20 pence piece test is a doddle. Insert the coin into the tread and, if you can see the rim above the tread depth, your next journey should be to a tyre provider.

And you might want to think about investing in winter tyres if you live in a rural area where roads aren’t regularly gritted.

Assault on your battery

You should also check your oil level, hazard lights and anti-freeze, and think about when you last changed your battery, which takes a hammering in the winter because of the extra load from lights and heating. If it is over 5 years old, you might want to think about replacing it.

Think about the type of oil you’re using as well – the thicker it is, the less effectively it will lubricate, so you’ll need to change it regularly and make sure the level is between the maximum and minimum marks on the dipstick.

Don’t be shy about getting a garage to give your car a pre-winter health-check. It’ll cost you, but peace of mind rarely comes without a price tag.

Afore ye go…

Make sure you’re prepared for any winter weather that might hit while you’re on the road. If you’ve got a long journey scheduled, look at the weather forecast before leaving home and check the latest traffic information for delays.

Use common sense and don’t travel in conditions that are hazardous. If you have to, delay your plans – it’s better to be inconvenienced than to put yourself and other passengers in any sort of danger.

Timing is everything

Hensby said: “It may be a case of leaving earlier, or leaving a little later, or simply planning the best places for rest stops along the way.

“You can’t have too much information before you set off: and the more you know, the more likely you are to enjoy a smoother journey this winter.”

You can contact the Highways Agency Information Line on 0300 123 5000 or visit its website for information about road incidents and conditions.

Big up for breakdown cover…

It’s a good idea to have comprehensive breakdown cover in place so that you have someone to call on to get you to safety – and so you can avoid hefty garage call-out costs.

Highway stars shine at M-way service stations this weekend

Highway stars shine at M-way service stations this weekend

Tomorrow and Sunday (November 15 and 16), Highways Agency traffic officers will be on hand at motorway service stations across England to advise on winter driving, planning journeys over Christmas and checking your car before driving long distances in adverse weather.

Snap, crackle, pop

We might have had a wet and soggy winter so far, but it only takes one cold snap for roads to freeze over and conditions to become hazardous for drivers.

It’s bad enough your car breaking down when it’s hot and sunny, but freezing your proverbials off at the roadside when it happens in winter makes things a whole lot more painful.

It’s showtime…

The Highways Agency initiative is part of scheme called ‘Operation Showtime’. There’s no need for jazz hands though – this operation is all about making sure we, and our cars, are prepared for winter weather.

I’d have gone for ‘snowtime’, but never mind. And there’s no circumstance I can think of that isn’t enhanced with a bit of jazz-handing.

Kit cars

Brian Hensby, the Highways Agency operations manager in charge of ‘Operation Showtime’ said: “We’d suggest drivers put together a winter emergency kit for their car – with crucial items like warm clothing, a torch, de-icer, ice scrapers, shovel and boots.

“We also recommend checking your vehicle – is the tread depth on your tyres safe? Do your brakes work properly? Is your heating okay?

“If you are considering a winter service for your vehicle, be sure to get it done at least a week before any long journeys – sadly, there are countless examples of vehicles establishing problems during the very first journey after a check-up.”

Be prepared

As well as making sure your car has been serviced, there are lots of basic checks you can perform to make sure your car is set for winter.

As Hensby points out, checking your tyres is crucial – if they are worn, you’re much more likely to skid. The tread legally needs to be at least 1.6mm, but if you’re driving in winter it should ideally be more than 2mm.

The 20 pence piece test is a doddle. Insert the coin into the tread and, if you can see the rim above the tread depth, your next journey should be to a tyre provider.

And you might want to think about investing in winter tyres if you live in a rural area where roads aren’t regularly gritted.

Assault on your battery

You should also check your oil level, hazard lights and anti-freeze, and think about when you last changed your battery, which takes a hammering in the winter because of the extra load from lights and heating. If it is over 5 years old, you might want to think about replacing it.

Think about the type of oil you’re using as well – the thicker it is, the less effectively it will lubricate, so you’ll need to change it regularly and make sure the level is between the maximum and minimum marks on the dipstick.

Don’t be shy about getting a garage to give your car a pre-winter health-check. It’ll cost you, but peace of mind rarely comes without a price tag.

Afore ye go…

Make sure you’re prepared for any winter weather that might hit while you’re on the road. If you’ve got a long journey scheduled, look at the weather forecast before leaving home and check the latest traffic information for delays.

Use common sense and don’t travel in conditions that are hazardous. If you have to, delay your plans – it’s better to be inconvenienced than to put yourself and other passengers in any sort of danger.

Timing is everything

Hensby said: “It may be a case of leaving earlier, or leaving a little later, or simply planning the best places for rest stops along the way.

“You can’t have too much information before you set off: and the more you know, the more likely you are to enjoy a smoother journey this winter.”

You can contact the Highways Agency Information Line on 0300 123 5000 or visit its website for information about road incidents and conditions.

Big up for breakdown cover…

It’s a good idea to have comprehensive breakdown cover in place so that you have someone to call on to get you to safety – and so you can avoid hefty garage call-out costs.

Highway stars shine at M-way service stations this weekend

Highway stars shine at M-way service stations this weekend

Tomorrow and Sunday (November 15 and 16), Highways Agency targeted traffic officers will be on hand at motorway service stations across England to advise on winter driving, organizing journeys over Christmas and checking your auto just before driving extended distances in adverse weather.

Snap, crackle, pop

We may have had a wet and soggy winter so far, but it only takes one cold snap for roads to freeze over and conditions to turn out to be hazardous for drivers.

It’s poor sufficient your car breaking down when it is hot and sunny, but freezing your proverbials off at the roadside when it happens in winter makes things a complete lot a lot more painful.

It’s showtime…

The Highways Agency initiative is component of scheme named ‘Operation Showtime’. There’s no need for jazz hands although – this operation is all about producing positive we, and our cars, are prepared for winter climate.

I’d have gone for ‘snowtime’, but in no way mind. And there’s no circumstance I can think of that is not enhanced with a bit of jazz-handing.

Kit automobiles

Brian Hensby, the Highways Agency operations manager in charge of ‘Operation Showtime’ mentioned: “We’d suggest drivers put collectively a winter emergency kit for their auto – with crucial products like warm clothes, a torch, de-icer, ice scrapers, shovel and boots.

“We also advise checking your vehicle – is the tread depth on your tyres protected? Do your brakes function appropriately? Is your heating okay?

“If you are thinking about a winter service for your car, be certain to get it done at least a week ahead of any lengthy journeys – sadly, there are countless examples of autos establishing difficulties for the duration of the really first journey right after a check-up.”

Be prepared

As effectively as generating positive your car has been serviced, there are lots of standard checks you can carry out to make confident your vehicle is set for winter.

As Hensby points out, checking your tyres is crucial – if they are worn, you’re considerably a lot more likely to skid. The tread legally demands to be at least 1.6mm, but if you are driving in winter it ought to ideally be far more than 2mm.

The 20 pence piece test is a doddle. Insert the coin into the tread and, if you can see the rim above the tread depth, your subsequent journey need to be to a tyre provider.

And you may well want to feel about investing in winter tyres if you live in a rural location where roads aren’t frequently gritted.

Assault on your battery

You must also verify your oil level, hazard lights and anti-freeze, and think about when you last changed your battery, which requires a hammering in the winter simply because of the additional load from lights and heating. If it is more than 5 years old, you may possibly want to consider about replacing it.

Consider about the sort of oil you are employing as effectively – the thicker it is, the much less effectively it will lubricate, so you’ll require to alter it regularly and make positive the level is between the maximum and minimum marks on the dipstick.

Do not be shy about getting a garage to give your vehicle a pre-winter wellness-verify. It’ll expense you, but peace of mind seldom comes without a price tag.

Afore ye go…

Make positive you are prepared for any winter climate that might hit even though you’re on the road. If you’ve got a long journey scheduled, appear at the weather forecast prior to leaving home and check the newest traffic details for delays.

Use frequent sense and do not travel in situations that are hazardous. If you have to, delay your plans – it’s greater to be inconvenienced than to place your self and other passengers in any sort of danger.

Timing is almost everything

Hensby said: “It may be a case of leaving earlier, or leaving a tiny later, or merely organizing the best locations for rest stops along the way.

“You can’t have as well a lot info ahead of you set off: and the much more you know, the much more likely you are to get pleasure from a smoother journey this winter.”

You can get in touch with the Highways Agency Data Line on 0300 123 5000 or pay a visit to its site for information about road incidents and circumstances.

Large up for breakdown cover…

It’s a great notion to have complete breakdown cover in location so that you have a person to contact on to get you to safety – and so you can steer clear of hefty garage call-out costs.

Highway stars shine at M-way service stations this weekend

Over R70 000 in Prizes at Weekend Warrior Mud Event

The Weekend Warrior Mud Event scheduled for 1-2 November at at Zwart Kloof farm in Naboomspruit, Limpopo, will be giving away prizes at the event valued at over R70 000.

Prizes include a WARN winch valued at R15 000, 2 sets of VisionX LED lights valued at R20 000, tyres from Cooper also at R20 000, as well as prizes from LA Sport, Safari Centre, Frontrunner, Hi-Lift jacks and Escape Gear. A 10% discount is available for participants booking on www.webtickets.co.za. The Mud Festivals booking page is as follows: http://www.webtickets.co.za/event.aspx?itemid=830134207

Weekend Warrior brand ambassadors Andre de Villiers of Safari 4×4 Roetes and Leilani Basson of Bush Babes will be extending their expertise at the event to both the male and female members.

The festival will have 15 different 4×4 and 4×2 obstacles filled with mud and water over the 8km route and will include a mud skid pan, mud pool at the camp site and a dam where mud can be wash off.

The normal entrance fee is R250 per vehicle with up to 4 passengers and R300 including camping payable at the entrance. Weekend Warrior members will receive a discount of R50 per vehicle, payable on the day. The event starts at 10am and runs until about 11pm with the 4×4 obstacle route closing at 5pm.

A maximum of 100 vehicles will be allowed on the day. Members can RSVP with Leonard Chester: leonard.chester@torreauto.co.za or on www.webtickets.co.za.

To be a member of the club or to attend 4×4 enthusiasts must register at at www.theweekendwarrior.co.za. To follow the clubs activities one can do so by liking the Facebook page www.facebook.com/wkndwarriorsa , follow on Twitter @WkndwarriorSA and Instagram: WkndwarriorSA.

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Over R70 000 in Prizes at Weekend Warrior Mud Event

Over R70 000 in Prizes at Weekend Warrior Mud Event

The Weekend Warrior Mud Event scheduled for 1-2 November at at Zwart Kloof farm in Naboomspruit, Limpopo, will be giving away prizes at the event valued at over R70 000.

Prizes include a WARN winch valued at R15 000, 2 sets of VisionX LED lights valued at R20 000, tyres from Cooper also at R20 000, as well as prizes from LA Sport, Safari Centre, Frontrunner, Hi-Lift jacks and Escape Gear. A 10% discount is available for participants booking on www.webtickets.co.za. The Mud Festivals booking page is as follows: http://www.webtickets.co.za/event.aspx?itemid=830134207

Weekend Warrior brand ambassadors Andre de Villiers of Safari 4×4 Roetes and Leilani Basson of Bush Babes will be extending their expertise at the event to both the male and female members.

The festival will have 15 different 4×4 and 4×2 obstacles filled with mud and water over the 8km route and will include a mud skid pan, mud pool at the camp site and a dam where mud can be wash off.

The normal entrance fee is R250 per vehicle with up to 4 passengers and R300 including camping payable at the entrance. Weekend Warrior members will receive a discount of R50 per vehicle, payable on the day. The event starts at 10am and runs until about 11pm with the 4×4 obstacle route closing at 5pm.

A maximum of 100 vehicles will be allowed on the day. Members can RSVP with Leonard Chester: leonard.chester@torreauto.co.za or on www.webtickets.co.za.

To be a member of the club or to attend 4×4 enthusiasts must register at at www.theweekendwarrior.co.za. To follow the clubs activities one can do so by liking the Facebook page www.facebook.com/wkndwarriorsa , follow on Twitter @WkndwarriorSA and Instagram: WkndwarriorSA.

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Tony Stewart’s NASCAR Return Confirmed for this Weekend: Yeah, That Sort of Makes Sense [Analysis]

Clearly, something was up. Every single weekend because the tragic sprint-car incident that took Kevin Ward, Jr.’s life, Tony Stewart’s PR representative, Mike Arning of Correct Speed Communication—Tony Stewart owns Correct Speed, by the way, and the organization also does PR for numerous NHRA and IMSA teams—has declined to reveal to any individual in advance regardless of whether Stewart would return to NASCAR competitors.

2 weeks ago, Arning announced that Stewart wouldn’t race at Michigan at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. This week, these of us waiting for an announcement waited and waited—practice at Atlanta Motor Speedway begins these days at 2:30 p.m., and we nonetheless hadn’t heard a peep at 4 p.m. yesterday. Who would be in the number 14 Chevrolet? Small rumors floated about. It was mentioned that Stewart’s name was on the vehicle when it was loaded into the hauler, not Regan Smith’s, who took his spot at Watkins Glen, or Jeff Burton’s, who drove the 14 at Michigan and Bristol. Another source stated that Stewart’s personalized seat had accompanied the vehicle.

Then, just after 4:30 p.m., Arning made the announcement: Stewart was racing, his 1st time out in public considering that his sprint vehicle hit and killed 20-year-old Ward, Jr., at Canandaigua Motorsports Park in upstate New York. Ward was upset following Stewart crowded him into the wall. Ward had leapt from his wrecked vehicle to confront Stewart on the track, who was driving under the caution flag at about 40 mph. The Ontario County Sheriff’s Division stated the investigation could take 2 weeks or longer we’ve passed that time frame, even so, and nevertheless have however to hear the benefits. Stewart has been in seclusion considering that. Even TMZ couldn’t find him, and they can discover anybody.

As for racing this weekend, a single has to think that Stewart’s legal group possibly received a tip that he was unlikely to be charged. Had the info stated otherwise, it is difficult to think about he would spot himself in a position for such public scrutiny.

Returning at Atlanta, then, tends to make sense. His several years driving under the banner of Atlanta-based House Depot for Joe Gibbs Racing produced him a lot of fans, and the atmosphere in Georgia is most likely a lot much more comfy and welcoming than those of Bristol, Michigan, or, for goodness’ sake, Watkins Glen, which is positioned about an hour’s drive from Canandaigua.

What does not make sense is Stewart’s press conference scheduled for today: Rather than holding one little conference or—even much better, from his standpoint—speaking to 1 reporter and letting that interview stand as the public record, Stewart is holding an open conference at the Atlanta Motor Speedway media center. And it appears likely that TMZ will uncover the door to that area.

Right away right after the conference, NASCAR president Mike Helton will speak, most likely to address regardless of whether Stewart will be eligible for the Chase for the Championship if he wins at Atlanta or Richmond, a situation so unlikely that even die-hard NASCAR grassy-knoll conspiracy theorists would be challenged to predict it. (Generally, NASCAR drivers who win 1 of the first 26 races clinch a spot in the 10-race Chase as long as they also finish amongst the top 30 in the “regular-season” driver standings.)

The guidelines specify that only NASCAR regulars who try to qualify for every race are eligible for the Chase, to avoid a “guest” driver from popping into the sport, winning a race, and then disappearing until the championship run. A clause in the guidelines says that the final choice on eligibility belongs to NASCAR, but addressing the situation before—and if—Stewart manages a win appears like self-flagellation.

The bottom line: This will not be straightforward for any individual. Regardless of what Stewart does or doesn’t say today, and regardless of what the plodding investigation guidelines, fans and observers have dug in: Some are certain Stewart did all he could to miss Ward, and some are confident Stewart didn’t intentionally hit Ward but did steer toward him to brush him back, like a big-league pitcher buzzing a batter crowding the plate.

Nevertheless other people are particular that Stewart purposefully tried to hit Ward, and there are far more of these folks than you may feel. At Motorsport.com, where I am editor-in-chief, our story announcing that Stewart would race drew much more than 300 comments in 3 hours. They variety from “WOO HOO! Glad you are back, Smoke!” to “Beyond OUTRAGED! Revenge for Kevin Ward, Jr. RIP!”

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Even if Stewart faces no criminal charges, a wrongful-death civil suit is not only attainable but probable. This story is just beginning, and for most of the media, Tony Stewart is the present that keeps on giving—an unprecedented tragedy in motorsports that could be in the news for months. There is only a single time in the subsequent handful of days that Stewart will be able to escape the scrutiny: during the 3-hour race on Sunday night. Welcome back? We’ll see.

Tony Stewart’s NASCAR Return Confirmed for this Weekend: Yeah, That Sort of Makes Sense [Analysis]

Austria gears up for F1 weekend

Get ready racing fans! The noise and excitement of Formula One particular will return to Austria later this month for the 1st time in a lot more than a decade.

The Austrian Grand Prix will take place from June 20-22 at the Red Bull Ring, on the very same track as it was final held in 2003. And the race appears set to be a tense 1, thanks to Daniel Ricciardo’s surprise victory in Canada final weekend.

He drives for Austrian-owned drinks manufacturer Red Bull, which has an F1 team based in Milton Keynes, and is behind the revival of the race in its 40^th anniversary year.

The previous

The Austrian Grand Prix was initial held in 1964. Nevertheless, it has not been portion of the F1 calendar considering that 2003.

The race’s chequered past also consists of a 10-year gap amongst 1987 and 1997, as well as a 6-year hiatus following the 1st race in the 1960s, which was won by Italian Lorenzo Bandini in a Ferrari but was deemed as well harmful due to the narrow, bumpy airfield track.

Its initial return to the F1 circuit came in 1970, by which time a new track had been constructed: the Osterreichring in the scenic Styrian mountain variety.

It was beloved of drivers due to its length and quickly, flowing nature, and was chosen to host the European Grand Prix – an honorary, annual designation provided to one particular European race at the time – in 1975.

Even so, this track also was judged also harmful after the 1987 race had to be restarted twice due to accidents on the narrow pit straight and the race was cancelled once once more.

The next revival came in 1997, when the race was run on a refurbished Osterreichring, now identified as the A1-Ring.

But this phase in the Grand Prix’s history also came to an finish in 2003, after Ferrari brought controversy to the 2002 race by instructing Rubens Barrichello to cede victory to teammate Michael Schumacher.

The present

Red Bull driver Ricciardo certainly looks on fine kind after clinching the team’s first win of the season in Canada on Sunday, and self-assurance in the property camp is operating higher.

“We’ve taken 40 points today – it is the initial time we’ve outscored Mercedes – and that is excellent news in view of Red Bull’s property race the Austrian Grand Prix in 2 weeks,” Red Bull’s Christian Horner stated.

There was no want for this achievement to guarantee the reputation of the race, though. Tickets to the first Austrian Grand Prix in 11 years had sold out lengthy before Red Bull halted Mercedes’ run of 6 consecutive victories for Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton.

Jenson Button, who raced in Austria at the starting of his F1 profession, is amongst those looking forward to the event: “It’s one of those races where they really embrace the sort of celebration scene and the camping scene, which is truly cool,” he stated. “It’s a accurate racing fan’s Grand Prix.”

Austria gears up for F1 weekend

Austria gears up for F1 weekend

Get prepared racing fans! The noise and excitement of Formula One will return to Austria later this month for the very first time in a lot more than a decade.

The Austrian Grand Prix will take location from June 20-22 at the Red Bull Ring, on the same track as it was final held in 2003. And the race looks set to be a tense one particular, thanks to Daniel Ricciardo’s surprise victory in Canada last weekend.

He drives for Austrian-owned drinks manufacturer Red Bull, which has an F1 team based in Milton Keynes, and is behind the revival of the race in its 40^th anniversary year.

The previous

The Austrian Grand Prix was first held in 1964. However, it has not been part of the F1 calendar since 2003.

The race’s chequered past also involves a 10-year gap amongst 1987 and 1997, as nicely as a 6-year hiatus soon after the first race in the 1960s, which was won by Italian Lorenzo Bandini in a Ferrari but was deemed too harmful due to the narrow, bumpy airfield track.

Its initial return to the F1 circuit came in 1970, by which time a new track had been built: the Osterreichring in the scenic Styrian mountain range.

It was beloved of drivers due to its length and rapidly, flowing nature, and was chosen to host the European Grand Prix – an honorary, annual designation offered to 1 European race at the time – in 1975.

Nevertheless, this track too was judged too dangerous following the 1987 race had to be restarted twice due to accidents on the narrow pit straight and the race was cancelled once again.

The next revival came in 1997, when the race was run on a refurbished Osterreichring, now recognized as the A1-Ring.

But this phase in the Grand Prix’s history also came to an finish in 2003, after Ferrari brought controversy to the 2002 race by instructing Rubens Barrichello to cede victory to teammate Michael Schumacher.

The present

Red Bull driver Ricciardo certainly looks on fine kind after clinching the team’s first win of the season in Canada on Sunday, and self-assurance in the home camp is running high.

“We’ve taken 40 points nowadays – it’s the first time we’ve outscored Mercedes – and that is wonderful news in view of Red Bull’s property race the Austrian Grand Prix in 2 weeks,” Red Bull’s Christian Horner said.

There was no want for this good results to guarantee the popularity of the race, even though. Tickets to the 1st Austrian Grand Prix in 11 years had sold out lengthy before Red Bull halted Mercedes’ run of 6 consecutive victories for Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton.

Jenson Button, who raced in Austria at the beginning of his F1 career, is among these looking forward to the occasion: “It’s one of those races where they really embrace the sort of party scene and the camping scene, which is truly cool,” he stated. “It’s a true racing fan’s Grand Prix.”

Austria gears up for F1 weekend