Category Archives: Writing

Archive Flashback – April 2015 ‘The Power of Pink!

Posted on April 29, 2024 by terryjohnsen

Let’s look back in the archive for a spotlight piece I wrote about Jeff Wright’s 1978 Chevron B45, which appeared in the April 2015 edition of Victory Lane Magazine. It was a pleasure to speak with Jeff and his wife … Continue reading →

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‘Miscellaneous Ramblings’ for March

Posted on March 31, 2024 by terryjohnsen

Carlos Sainz is on the move! Before the 2024 Formula 1 season got underway it was learned that 7-time World Champion, Lewis Hamilton, would be moving to Ferrari beginning in 2025. That’s big news. But an even bigger story for … Continue reading →

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‘Miscellaneous Ramblings’ for February

Posted on February 29, 2024 by terryjohnsen

Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari in 2025 The month of February was not even 24 hours old when we learned that 7-time F1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton will leave Mercedes and drive for Ferrari, beginning in 2025. Some have labeled the … Continue reading →

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‘Miscellaneous Ramblings’ for January

Posted on January 31, 2024 by terryjohnsen

Andretti F1 snub Earlier today it was reported that the FOM (Formula One Management, F1 teams basically) declined, rejected, refused the entry application of the Andretti Formula Racing LLC to join the Formula One grid. Their statement included nonsense to … Continue reading →

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VRG Turkey Bowl @ Summit Point

Posted on January 3, 2024 by terryjohnsen

Victory Lane Magazine – January 2024: Volume 39, No.1 Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV, November 17-19, 2023 Story by Terry Johnsen Once again, the vintage racing season has drawn to a close. In general sports terms that conjures … Continue reading →

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VRG Jefferson 500 @ Summit Point

Posted on July 5, 2023 by terryjohnsen

Victory Lane Magazine – July 2023: Volume 38, No.7 Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV – May 19-21, 2023 Story by Terry Johnsen Just a short trip from the nation’s capital, nestled in the rolling hills of West Virginia, … Continue reading →

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IMRRC – A Hidden Gem

Posted on November 2, 2022 by terryjohnsen

A Conversation with Mark Steigerwald, Executive Director, International Motor Racing Research Center By Terry Johnsen Victory Lane Magazine, November 2022, Volume 37, No.11 Located just a few blocks from the first corner of the original grand prix course in Watkins … Continue reading →

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If it’s September, this must be Watkins Glen

Posted on September 15, 2022 by terryjohnsen

Back again for my favorite racing weekend of the year, in beautiful and historic Watkins Glen, New York. We were blessed with perfect weather, endless cars, sights and sounds, and plenty of beer and delicious local food. The activities kicked-off … Continue reading →

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2022 Charles Town Car Show

Posted on September 5, 2022 by terryjohnsen

Labor Day weekend (Saturday) with nothing planned, so on a whim to attend the car show in Charles Town, West Virginia. Just about an hour away from home. I had heard good things about the car turn-out at earlier events, … Continue reading →

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VRG Jefferson 500 @ Summit Point (article)

Posted on June 9, 2022 by terryjohnsen

Victory Lane Magazine, June 2022: Volume 37, No.6 Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV – May 10 -15, 2022 Story by Terry Johnsen It’s the middle of spring and the destination this week is beautiful West Virginia. The sun … Continue reading →

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