1967 Chevy Impala Supernatural

1967 CHEVY IMPALA

THERE'S ALWAYS ROOM FOR ONE MORE...

Photos: Reinis Babrovskis
Text: Reinis Babrovskis & Mike Barr

"You want a car that when people stop next to it at the lights, they lock their doors"

WRC RALLY RACC CATALUNYA - RALLY DE ESPAÑA 2016

WRC RALLY RACC CATALUNYA - RALLY DE ESPAÑA 2016

UNDER THE OLIVE TREES

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis

The French duo of Sebastien Ogier and Julien Ingrassia were crowned the 2016 World Rally champions following yet another mind blowing performance at the Rally Racc Catalunya - Rally De España 2016. This was their fourth consecutive World Rally Championship title whilst driving for the the VW Motorsport team. 

FIA ERC Rally Liepaja 2016

FIA ERC RALLY LIEPAJA 2016

NO WINTER HERE

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis

Global warming sucks, big time! What initially was intended to be the Round 2 of the 2016 FIA European Rally Championship (ERC), in fact had to be rescheduled as the penultimate round of the season due to the fact the winter was simply drunk! Snowflakes turned into the sandstorm and Rally Liepaja was more like Rally Acropolis instead. 

TSCC & LISBURN’S OLD VEHICLE CLUB – “CARS AND COFFEE”

TSCC & LISBURN’S OLD VEHICLE CLUB – “CARS AND COFFEE”

ONE ESPRESSO PLEASE!

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis 

On a sunny Sunday morning hundreds of petrolheads sneaked out of their beds early to give their babies a quick wash and take them out to play. No, I am not talking about real kids – I am talking about proper V12, V8, in-line 6 or 4, turbocharged, supercharged or naturally aspirated babies. Destination – Down Royal Racecourse.

WRC ADAC RALLYE DEUTSCHLAND 2016

WRC GERMANY 2016

BACK TO THE TOP

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis

Volkswagen's lead driver Sebastien Ogier ended his 6 event winless streak following a superior drive in the WRC ADAC Rallye Deutschland 2016. The frenchman hadn't been at the top of the podium for quite a while and was hungry for a victory in the Volkswagen's home country. Sebastien and his co-driver Julien Ingrassia dominated the rally from day 1, setting the pace for other drivers. With no road cleaning to do on the German asphalt, the French duo were unstoppable.

Ghostbusters Ecto-1

GHOSTBUSTERS ECTO-1

WHO YOU GONNA CALL?

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis

When there’s something strange in the neighbourhood, who you gonna call? If there’s something weird and it don’t look good? If you’re seeing things running through your head, who can you call? GHOSTBUSTERS...
I ain’t afraid of no ghost.

Japanese Car Culture 2016

JAPANESE CAR CULTURE 2016

BACK TO THE BASICS

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis

After a year of planning, organising and hard work on July 10 the recently opened “Titanic Exhibition Centre” in Belfast opened its doors for the first “Japanese Car Culture” automotive show; it was the first and only indoor car show exclusive to Japanese car manufacturers. Despite the depressing Irish weather hundreds of cars turned up on Sunday morning with more than 3000 spectators walking through the exhibition centre doors. It was a real eye-opener, showcasing how big and popular the Japanese Car Culture really is here in the north and south of Ireland.

Vauxhall NW 200 International 2016

VAUXHALL INTERNATIONAL NORTH WEST 200

YOU TAKE THE RACE AWAY, YOU TAKE THEIR LIFE AWAY

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis

For Malachi Mitchell-Thomas 1996-2016

One doesn’t become a great racer; one is born a great racer.

Road Racing is a sport for the most fearless, insane and fastest riders in the world; it is as exciting and spectacular as it is dangerous. Danger is lurking around every corner of the track; the riders risk everything, pushing their bikes at speeds above 200 mph on public roads, and  all this risk for what: to claim that top spot of the podium or is there more to it? This dangerous race with the death is criticized by many; however, for riders it is their life, and without that there is nothing left.

GTINI Castlewellan 2016

GTINI CASTLEWELLAN 2016

UNDER THE TREE

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis

In the current times where the car scene reminds me of an episode of Eastenders or Big Brother, it’s nice to see that there are still shows out there, where people can get along with each other, relax and enjoy the car scene for what it is. There’s no better show for that than the annual “GTINI Castlewellan” held on the grounds of the stunning forest park of Castlwellan, Northern Ireland.

WRC RALLY SARDINIA 2016

WRC RALLY SARDINIA 2016

SUN, BEACH AND WRC

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis
Video: Ginta Babrovska

Sole, spiaggia e WRC…
Rally d’Italia returned to the beautiful island of Sardinia over June 10-12, where the young Belgium duo of Thierry Neuville and co-driver Nicolas Gilsoul were unstoppable over the weekend, claiming the top spot of the podium in their Hyundai Motorsport i20.

All Italian Car Show 2016

ALL ITALIAN CAR SHOW 2016

LA BELLA ITALIANI

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis

If there is one show that has established a great reputation over here, it is the All Italian Car Show organised by NIIMC. The show returned for the 5th time and continued the trend of the sunny weather and great atmosphere. It was bigger and better than ever before with a huge variety from classics to modern super cars.

Porsche 356 Speedster

PORSCHE 356 SPEEDSTER

CALIFORNIA DREAMIN’

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis

No doubt about it – The Porsche 356 Speedster is the greatest convertible ever made by the mankind, along the great British icon Jaguar E-Type, that is. There is just something indescribably magical about the curved lines and those distinct headlights of the Speedster that place it above anything else ever produced. It is any man’s dream to take a car of his dreams for a drive on an iconic stretch of road, with the wind blowing, sun shining and the engine roaring loudly - it’s what the life is all about; and that’s exactly what we did for the photo shoot of Mike’s 1957 Porsche 356 Speedster.

Subaru BRZ V8

SUBARU BRZ

NO REST FOR THE MAD MEN

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis

How does one decide to enter a Subaru Dealership, buy a brand new BRZ and immediately swap the engine for a V8, I do not know, but I am glad there are people like Andrew from Momentum Motorsport that just do that. Ladies and gents – Momentum Synergy V8 Subaru BRZ.

Vauxhall VX220

Vauxhall VX220

WHEN A CAR IS MORE THAN “A TO B”

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis

“Sure, it is just a car, as long as it gets me from A to B I am happy” – the most depressing phrase I’ve ever heard. Life is too short to be boring; we have to enjoy ourselves, have fun in what we do, including driving. Luckily there are many manufacturers that understand that a car is not just a means of getting about, nor is it about the leather seats, the sat nav, the adaptive cruise control or Bluetooth gadgets. One of the cars that couldn’t care less about the toys or gadgets, comfort or how many bags will fit in the boot is the VX220.

50Cal, Ilovebass & Arez Air Pre Summer BBQ

50Cal, Ilovebass & Arez Air Presents - Pre Summer BBQ

We don't need no water let the m*#?£"**&}#r burn! 

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis

A bunch of friendly folks enjoying a good banter, a tasty burger whilst surrounded by nice cars - is that the perfect recipe for a great day out - hell yes! Northern Irish car care and detailing product manufacturer 50cal along with the automotive social club Ilovebass and air suspension system install company Arezair threw a pre summer BBQ on Sunday the 24th April.

FIA ERC Circuit of Ireland 2016

Circuit of Ireland 2016

Jump, Jump, JUMP

Text: Reinis Babrovskis & Patrick McCullagh
Photos: Reinis Babrovkis

Craig Breen claimed the top place on the podium at the Circuit of Ireland 2016 repeating his last year’s success; but just like previous year the victory wasn't just handed to him on a plate. The Irishman had a close and nerve wrecking fight between him and Kajetan Kajetanowicz throughout the weekend until the Polish talented driver admitted to another defeat.

DUBSHED 2016

GTINI & ILOVEBASS PRESENTS DUBSHED 2016

WHY CAN’T WE BE FRIENDS

Text and Photos: Reinis Babrovskis 

“Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything. “ - George Bernard Shaw

Ireland’s largest car show “Dubshed” returned to strike us again at the start of the 2016 car season with a bang. The boys and girls at the GTINI club decided it was time for a change...