The beastly Bronco R racing prototype conquered the Baja 1000 this weekend, further cementing Ford’s legacy at the off-road marathon. The Ford Bronco R Race Prototype has finished the 53rd SCORE-International Baja 1000 in Class 2 in just over 32 hours. A team of veteran Ford off-road racers, including Cameron Steele, Shelby Hall, Johnny Campbell,...
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Datsun 240Z “Baja” – Speedy Gonzales
The Datsun 240z is widely known for its prowess on road courses, but did you know Peter Brock took one to the Baja 1000? Photos Courtesy Brock Racing Enterprises (BRE) and Carl Beck. Featured photo: “The long hood was the main problem of the 240Z in Baja”- said Brock. The image illustrates this statement. To...
Bronco R Race Prototype to Run Baja 1000
The Baja 1000 will serve as a testing bed for the ludicrous Bronco R racing prototype as Ford perfects final performance technicalities. Returning to the grounds where the Bronco first gained off-road fame, Ford has entered a gnarly version of the SUV in the Baja 1000. A team of seasoned drivers will pilot the Bronco...
“One More Win” Gains Recognition at Breck Film Festival
“One More Win” details the life of Rod Hall, a pioneer of the 1,000-mile race down the Baja peninsula. The grueling reality of desert endurance racing is about to earn a bit more attention. “One More Win”, a documentary by Amy Lerner, chronicles the life of Rod Hall, a racer who helped establish the 1,000-mile...
‘Big Oly’ Inspired Saleen Bronco in the Works
The Southern California speed wizards at Saleen have announced plans for a modified Bronco sporting a livery inspired by the legendary Big Oly. The reveal of the new Ford Bronco this past week has sent the automotive world into a flurry. The off-road SUV has received positive feedback thanks to its iconic styling and mud-hungry...