Category Archives: Writing

What’s in a Name?

Posted on July 10, 2026 by terryjohnsen

When contemplating the new name of my blog, I drew inspiration from my all-time favorite classic rock album by Eric Clapton, Derek and The Dominos’ Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs. In late August 1970, Eric Clapton formed a new band, … Continue reading →

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Turning the Page

Posted on July 1, 2026 by terryjohnsen

We’re halfway through 2026, and the calendar has flipped to July. In the spirit of a new beginning, I thought it was a perfect time for the blog to turn the page and head in a new direction. I’ll still … Continue reading →

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TJ’s Racing VideoShelf: June 2026

Posted on June 10, 2026 by terryjohnsen

Truth in 24 (2008), An Intersport/NFL Films Presentation, 98 minutes Truth in 24 II – Every Second Counts (2012), An Intersport/NFL Films Presentation, 83 minutes For the month of June, it’s a double feature! This coming weekend marks the 94th running of the … Continue reading →

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TJ’s Racing VideoShelf: May 2026

Posted on May 21, 2026 by terryjohnsen

The Roadster Era (and before) at Indianapolis (2001) Rare Sportsfilms, Inc., 2 hours 3 minutes. The month of May is finally here, and the Indianapolis 500 is slated to take place this weekend (Sunday, May 24th). 2026 marks the 110th running of the … Continue reading →

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TJ’s Racing VideoShelf: April 2026

Posted on April 21, 2026 by terryjohnsen

WINNING (1969) A Jennings Lang Production. A Universal/Newman-Foreman Picture. 123 minutes. For the month of April, I’ve chosen a film for American open wheel racing fans, knowing that the anticipation and excitement for the Indianapolis 500 is already starting the build. … Continue reading →

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TJ’s Racing VideoShelf: March 2026

Posted on March 26, 2026 by terryjohnsen

Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring presented by Fresh from Florida (2011, 2012, and 2013) Sebring International Raceway, Sebring Florida; Produced by Panoz Motorsports Group For the month of March, I’m going to focus on one of the world’s most … Continue reading →

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TJ’s Racing VideoShelf: February 2026

Posted on February 25, 2026 by terryjohnsen

In-Car 956 (1987) Distributed by Duke Video. Featuring Derek Bell. Running time: 62 minutes. For the month of February, we turn our attention to a golden age of endurance sports car racing, climbing inside the cockpit of the legendary Rothmans … Continue reading →

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TJ’s Racing VideoShelf: January 2026

Posted on January 26, 2026 by terryjohnsen

Super Speedway (1997) Steven Low, Director; Pietro L. Serapiglia, Producer (Openwheel Productions), Narrated by Paul Newman (50 minutes) Happy New Year! I can’t believe January has flown by so quickly.  So, as a change of pace for this year I’m … Continue reading →

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Vintage Racer Group – VRG Turkey Bowl

Posted on January 7, 2026 by terryjohnsen

Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV – November 14-16, 2025 Victory Lane Magazine, January 2026: Volume 41, No.1 Story by Terry Johnsen It’s mid-November, and Vintage Racer Group (VRG) has once again come to Summit Point Motorsports Park for … Continue reading →

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TJ’s Racing Bookshelf: December 2025

Posted on December 17, 2025 by terryjohnsen

Grand Prix: Fascination Formula 1 By Rainer W. Schlegelmilch, co-authored by Hartmut Lehbrink, published by Könemann (Germany) 1993, 400 pages, hardback Grand Prix de MONACO: Profile of a Legend By Rainer W. Schlegelmilch, co-authored by Hartmut Lehbrink, published by Könemann … Continue reading →

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