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English road racer Gary Vines dead after qualifying crash during Manx Grand Prix

English road racer Gary Vines dead after qualifying crash during Manx Grand Prix

The popular classic and two-stroke racer was 33 years old.

By Brian Potter 23 August 2023

Celebrity / Entertainment

Longtime actor, pilot, and motorcyclist Treat Williams dead at 71

Longtime actor, pilot, and motorcyclist Treat Williams dead at 71

He resided in Vermont, and is remembered fondly by family, colleagues, and friends alike.

By Brian Potter 14 June 2023

Irish WRC star Craig Breen dies in Rally Croatia testing crash

Irish WRC star Craig Breen dies in Rally Croatia testing crash

World Rally Championship driver Craig Breen has died following a crash in testing for next week’s Rally Croatia.

By Tom Howard 14 April 2023

Toyota honorary chairman Shoichiro Toyoda: 1925-2023

Toyota honorary chairman Shoichiro Toyoda: 1925-2023

Dr. Toyoda was the son of the company’s founder and the father of current president and CEO, Akio Toyoda.

By Brian Potter 15 February 2023

02:20 Motorcycles

Legendary motorcycle daredevil and stuntman Robbie Knievel dead at 60

Legendary motorcycle daredevil and stuntman Robbie Knievel dead at 60

He leaves behind a rich legacy of unforgettable achievements.

By Brian Potter 19 January 2023

Ken Block dead at 55

Ken Block dead at 55

The pro rally driver, Gymkhana star, and innovative entrepreneur has died in a snowmobile accident.

By Brian Potter 03 January 2023

Red Bull owner Dietrich Mateschitz dies aged 78

Red Bull owner Dietrich Mateschitz dies aged 78

Red Bull co-founder Dietrich Mateschitz has died aged 78, following a lengthy illness.

By Megan White 22 October 2022

Le Mans podium finisher and broadcaster Alain de Cadenet dies aged 76

Le Mans podium finisher and broadcaster Alain de Cadenet dies aged 76

Le Mans 24 Hours privateer and constructor Alain de Cadenet has died aged 76 after a long battle with illness.

By Gary Watkins 04 July 2022

02:53 Motorcycles

Groundbreaking actor and movie legend Sidney Poitier dead at 94

Groundbreaking actor and movie legend Sidney Poitier dead at 94

His vision of Black excellence on the silver screen included portraying a doctor who did MX racing for fun.

By Janaki Jitchotvisut 08 January 2022

Three-time IOMTT winner Tony Jefferies dies at 73

Three-time IOMTT winner Tony Jefferies dies at 73

His illustrious racing career is his legacy.

By Brian Potter 07 January 2022

Original Mazda MX-5 designer Shunji Tanaka has passed away

Original Mazda MX-5 designer Shunji Tanaka has passed away

He died earlier this month at the age of 75.

By Brian Potter 22 December 2021

UK: Ice cream van funeral procession is the sweetest thing you'll see

UK: Ice cream van funeral procession is the sweetest thing you'll see

London's "king of the ice cream" gets a special sendoff heard around the world.

By Brian Potter 22 December 2021

Lotus co-founder Hazel Chapman dies

Lotus co-founder Hazel Chapman dies

Hazel Chapman, co-founder of Lotus with husband Colin Chapman, has died aged 94.

By Gary Watkins 15 December 2021

Four-time Indy 500 winner Al Unser Sr. dies aged 82

Four-time Indy 500 winner Al Unser Sr. dies aged 82

Four-time Indianapolis 500 winner Al Unser Sr. has died age 82 following a long illness, Indianapolis Motor Speedway has confirmed.

By Filip Cleeren 10 December 2021

Tributes paid to F1 legend Sir Frank Williams

Tributes paid to F1 legend Sir Frank Williams

Tributes have poured in from across motorsport after Williams F1 team founder Sir Frank Williams passed away aged 79.

By Megan White 29 November 2021

Legendary F1 team boss Sir Frank Williams dies aged 79

Legendary F1 team boss Sir Frank Williams dies aged 79

Legendary Williams Formula 1 team boss Sir Frank Williams has sadly died at the age of 79, the team has confirmed in a statement.

By Lewis Duncan 28 November 2021

Extra-long VW Passat hearse looks weird and spooky, and it's for sale

Extra-long VW Passat hearse looks weird and spooky, and it's for sale

For reasons we can't explain, we really want it.

By Christopher Smith 28 June 2021

Motorsport world pays tribute to former FIA president Max Mosley

Motorsport world pays tribute to former FIA president Max Mosley

Tributes have been paid to former FIA President and March Engineering co-founder Max Mosley, who has died at the age of 81.

By Alberto de Armas 25 May 2021

Former FIA president Max Mosley dies aged 81

Former FIA president Max Mosley dies aged 81

Former FIA president Max Mosley, who was once the most powerful man in motor racing, has passed away. He was 81.

By Jonathan Noble 24 May 2021

Airstream Funeral Coach escape room is a creepy motorhome you can buy

Airstream Funeral Coach escape room is a creepy motorhome you can buy

It's the stuff of dreams, or more likely, nightmares.

By Christopher Smith 14 May 2021

10:30 Celebrity / Entertainment

DMX's funeral procession includes monster truck carrying his casket

DMX's funeral procession includes monster truck carrying his casket

A fitting ceremony for the hip-hop legend.

By Matthew Crisara 27 April 2021

Motor1.com Announcements

Daniel Messeder, Editorial Director of Motor1.com Brazil, has passed away from Covid-19

Daniel Messeder, Editorial Director of Motor1.com Brazil, has passed away from Covid-19

At 39, he leaves behind his wife and 3-year-old son.

By Motor1.com Staff 15 April 2021

Former F1 driver Johnny Dumfries passes away at 62

Former F1 driver Johnny Dumfries passes away at 62

Former grand prix driver and 1988 Le Mans 24 Hours winner Johnny Dumfries has died at the age of 62 after a short illness.

By Adam Cooper 23 March 2021

'Queen of the Nurburgring' Sabine Schmitz dies aged 51

'Queen of the Nurburgring' Sabine Schmitz dies aged 51

Sabine Schmitz, affectionally known as the ‘Queen of the Nurburgring’, has died at the age of 51 following a long battle with cancer.

By Luke Smith 17 March 2021

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