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Chennai Turbo Riders Pvt. Ltd. Delivers a Stellar Performance in Season 3 of the Indian Racing League (IRL) Chennai Turbo Riders Shines in Season 3 of the Indian Racing League, Setting New Benchmarks in Motorsport Excellence 3 min read Last Updated : Dec 06 2024 | 12:40 PM IST PRNewswire Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], December 6: Chennai Turbo Riders Pvt. Ltd. (CTR), established in 2024, has rapidly emerged as a driving force in Indian motorsport. From its origins as a premium racing team in the Indian Racing League (IRL) since 2022, the company has continually raised the bar for racing excellence in India. Led by Directors Ranjith Amizdhan and Ramesh, CTR is committed to nurturing motorsport talent and pushing the boundaries of racing technology and innovation. Season 3 IRL Highlights CTR concluded a thrilling Season 3 of the IRL, leaving a lasting impact on the motorsport landscape. Armed with two Wolf GB08 cars, the team demonstrated unparalleled skill, strategy, and determination across five race weekends and ten races. Team Lineup & Cars Car No. 23: * Drivers: Jon Lancaster (United Kingdom) & Ryan Mohammed (India) * Result: Vice Champion in the Car Championship Car No. 18: * Drivers: Sandeep (India), Mira Erda (India), & Emily Duggan (Australia) * Result: Contributed crucial points for the Team Championship Circuits * Madras International Circuit (MIC): A fast-paced, technical track in Chennai that demands precision. * Kari Motor Speedway (KMS): Known for its tight corners and challenging layout in Coimbatore. * Chennai Formula Racing Circuit (CFRC): A night street circuit that added drama and spectacle to the competition. Driver Performances * Jon Lancaster: The seasoned UK racer clinched three race victories and a podium finish, showcasing his exceptional racing prowess. * Ryan Mohammed: The talented racer from India secured a race win, cementing his place as a rising star in motorsport. * Sandeep, Mira Erda, & Emily Duggan: This dynamic trio showcased resilience and teamwork in Car No. 18, earning valuable experience and contributing points to the team's standings. Team Achievements Car No. 23 (Jon Lancaster & Ryan Mohammed): 1. Vice Champion in the Car Championship. Team Championship: 2. Finished as 2nd Runner-Up, a testament to the depth of talent and technical expertise within the team. Final Standings * Race Wins: 4 (Jon Lancaster: 3, Ryan Mohammed: 1) * Car Championship: Vice Champion (Car No. 23) * Team Championship: 2nd Runner-Up Looking Ahead With strong mechanical support from JA Motorsports and a committed team led by Team Principal Keerthivasan S, CTR is poised for greater success in upcoming seasons. The company's mission to advance motorsport in India, from grassroots racing to competitive championships, remains unwavering. As Chennai Turbo Riders reflects on their stellar Season 3 campaign, fans and competitors alike can look forward to an even stronger showing in 2025, with plans already in motion to dominate the IRL and F4 Indian Championship. About Chennai Turbo Riders Pvt. Ltd. Founded in 2024, Chennai Turbo Riders Pvt. Ltd. is led by Directors Ranjith Amizdhan and Ramesh and is committed to advancing motorsport in India. Through active participation in premier racing championships and upcoming initiatives like a competitive Rotax go-kart racing team, CTR continues to shape the future of Indian motorsport. For more information, visit www.chennaiturboriders.com. Photo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2574385/IRL_Winners_CTR.jpg Logo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2574384/CRT_Logo.jpg (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by PRNewswire. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same) Don't miss the most important news and views of the day. Get them on our Telegram channel First Published: Dec 06 2024 | 12:40 PM IST
The season's opening round of the MRF MMSC FMSCI Indian National Car Racing Championship will begin at the Kari Motor Speedway here on Saturday. The two-day event has attracted 75 entries across various categories. The compact 2.3 km long circuit with 16 turns, will witness both single-seaters, the MRF F2000 and F1600, Formula LGB 1300 and saloon cars that include popular Indian Touring Cars (ITC), newly introduced ITC1625, Super Stock and the Indian Junior Touring Cars (IJTC) besides the Volksw ...Read More >
The global 5G testing equipment market is set to grow by USD 605.76 million from 2024 to 2028, driven by the increasing demand for high-speed, low-latency connectivity in industries like IoT, healthcare, and automotive. With a projected CAGR of 8.43%, the market is focusing on software-defined testing to optimize 5G device performance. Key players include Analog Devices, Anritsu, Keysight Technologies, and Rohde & Schwarz. Oscilloscopes, essential for analyzing electronic signals, dominate the market, and advancements in 5G testing equipment are expected to fuel future growth as 5G networks ex ...Read More >
Coimbatore, July 19 (UNI) Pune teenagers Arjun Chheda and Sai Shiva Sankaran notched brilliant victories in the MRF Formula 2000 and F1600 categories, respectively, as the first round of the MRF MMSC-FMSCI Indian National Car Racing Championship 2025 commenced at the windswept and slippery Kari Motor Speedway, amidst intermittent drizzle, today. In between, Coimbatore veteran and former champion Arjun Balu (Race Concepts), returning to the championship after a year's break, powered his way to a fine win in the Indian Touring Cars category, while behind him team-mate from Bengaluru Ritwik Thom ...Read More >
Mumbai, September 25, 2025 - Škoda Auto India is set to reignite the passion of driving enthusiasts with the return of a legend, the Octavia RS. Pre-bookings for the all-new Octavia RS will open on 6 October 2025, marking the comeback of Škoda Auto's most iconic performance sedan. The global icon will be available in India as a Fully-Built Unit (FBU), in limited volumes. With this launch, Škoda Auto India promises to deliver unmatched driving dynamics, bold design, and the unmistakable RS spirit, all in a true performance machine built for the purists. Commenting on the return of the Octavia ...Read More >
Rahil Pillarisetty (RACR Castrol Power1) produced a stunning lap (1:10.972s) late in the qualifying session to snatch the pole position from Chiranth Vishwanath (Petronas TVS Racing, 1:11.249s) in the premier Pro-Stock 301-400cc Open category, kickstarting his campaign in the Rolon Round of the MRF MMSC FMSCI Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship 2025 at the Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore on Friday. Raj Kumar (Motul Sparks Racing) in Super Stock 165cc Intermediate, Mohamed Mikail (Ma ...Read More >
The Most powerful MINI Ever. The new MINI John Cooper Works Countryman All4 launched in India The Most powerful MINI Ever. The new MINI John Cooper Works Countryman All4 launched in India 8 min read Last Updated : Oct 14 2025 | 8:30 PM IST VMPL Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 14: The new MINI John Cooper Works Countryman All4 was launched in India today at Buddh International Circuit. The car will be available in the country as a completely built-up unit (CBU) and can be booked ...Read More >
PNN New Delhi [India], July 7: India's marquee motorsport league returns this August with 5 high-octane rounds. The Indian Racing Festival (IRF), India's premier city-based motorsport league, has just entered a thrilling new chapter as Kannada megastar Kichcha Sudeepa officially acquires the Bengaluru franchise and launches his racing team: Kichcha's Kings Bengaluru (KKB). This landmark move is more than a business decision -- it's a defining cultural crossover between the silver screen and the speed track, bringing with it the energy and influence of one of South India's most celebrated sta ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 1 (ANI): Fourteen-year-old Kiaan Shah from Mumbai earned his maiden National victory in Round 3 of the Meco FMSCI National Karting Championship, as per a release from Meco FMSCI National Karting Championship. Racing for Team Rayo Racing, Kiaan's domination over the entire weekend, held at the Madras International Karting Arena (MIKA), helped secure a win in the finals of the Junior Rotax category. Also Read | AFG 19/1 in 4 Overs | United Arab Emirates vs Afghanistan Live Score Updates of UAE Tri-Series 2025: Muhmmad Rohid Khan Dismisses Rahmanullah Gur ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Chennai Turbo Riders clinched the Teams' Championship as the third season of the FIA-certified Formula 4 Indian Championship concluded at the Madras International Circuit here on December 14. The season finale also saw Kenya's Shane Chandaria become the youngest champion in the history of the championship at 15. Chandaria, who began the 2025 season as a rookie, secured the drivers' title during Race 1 of the final round, capitalising on the 24-point lead he carried into the weekend. Starting from pole position, Chandaria finished second in the opening race with a time of 26 minutes, ...Read More >
Mahesh Narayanan will direct NK 370, a feature film about Narain Karthikeyan's journey to becoming India's first Formula One driver. Filmmaker Mahesh Narayanan, known for his work in "Take Off," "Malik," and Locarno title "Ariyippu," is set to direct the tentatively titled "NK 370", chronicling the extraordinary journey of Narain Karthikeyan, India's first Formula One driver. "Motorsport gave me everything. This film gives that story to the world," said Karthikeyan. The film follows Karthikeyan ...Read More >
Chennai: Madras high court has clarified that private self-financing medical colleges are required to pay only a stipend, and not a full salary, to in-service govt doctors pursuing postgraduate or super-specialty courses under the govt quota.A division bench of Justice R Subramanian and Justice K Surender passed the order while partly allowing a batch of appeals moved by Karpaga Vinayaga Medical College and others. They challenged a single judge's order that directed private colleges to pay salaries to in-service doctors studying in their institutions.The appeals were moved based on a GO dated ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 15 (ANI): Following India's loss at Lord's during the third Test against England, former England captain Sourav Ganguly expressed his thoughts on team's loss despite the batting quality available and hailed all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja for putting up a brave fight with support from tailenders, Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj towards the end. India endured one of their most heartbreaking losses in a while at Lord's, now trailing in the series by 1-2. After being reduced to 82/7 in pursuit of 193, Jadeja put up a brilliant fight with the lower-order consistin ...Read More >
Guwahati, Aug 3: Continuing his campaign trail for the second straight day in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reiterated his development pitch ahead of the upcoming September council polls, on Sunday. Reaffirming the BJP's development agenda at a public gathering in Kumarikata, Tamulpur, , the Chief Minister stated, "The BTR needs bridges, schools, and colleges. If candidates from all communities in Assam are getting government jobs in a free and transparent manner, the same must happen in BTR. The BJP will ensure inclusive growth and build a prospero ...Read More >
The new venture, SK Enmove Gabriel India, will see SK Enmove holding a 51 per cent stake and Gabriel India 49 per cent. Auto components maker Gabriel India on Thursday announced a joint venture with South Korea's SK Enmove to diversify its product portfolio into lubricants and engine oils. The move marks a strategic step in Gabriel India's evolution from a suspension-focused company to a broader automotive systems and components player. The new venture, SK Enmove Gabriel India, will see SK Enmo ...Read More >
Hyderabad: International Asteroid Day (IAD) is observed on June 30 every year to raise public awareness of asteroids and the importance of defending Earth against potential threats from the asteroid belts. This day has been sanctioned by the United Nations. Asteroids are small, rocky objects that orbit the sun. Even though these rocky remnants are the leftovers from the formation of our solar system that occurred about 4.6 billion years ago, they still orbit around the sun like planets. There are lots of asteroids in our solar system, and most of them live in the main asteroid belt, which is ...Read More >