Willow Springs International Raceway Unveils Bold New Logo & Vision For A World-Class Automotive Future

Willow Springs International Raceway Unveils Bold New Logo & Vision For A World-Class Automotive Future

Willow Springs International Raceway proudly unveiled a dynamic new logo, heralding a bold and exhilarating future for the iconic track. This confident rebranding underscores Willow Springs’ unwavering commitment to solidifying its status as a premier global automotive destination.

The raceway stands resolute in honoring its storied heritage while forging a path of innovation and excellence. Alongside the striking new logo, Willow Springs has launched a series of transformative track enhancements at its Rosamond facility. These upgrades are meticulously designed to elevate safety, ensure continued public access, and deliver an unparalleled experience for drivers and motorsport enthusiasts.

“Willow Springs is poised to lead the next era of motorsport excellence, preserving its legacy while implementing strategic improvements that prioritize safety, performance, and an unmatched experience,” declared Sam Byrne, co-founder of CrossHarbor Capital Partners and representative of the Willow Springs ownership group. “The new logo and ongoing upgrades mark the beginning of our ambitious vision to cement Willow Springs as the unrivaled heart of Southern California’s car culture.”

In a powerful stride toward this vision, Willow Springs will host *Willow Springs Reimagined* in October, a landmark public event showcasing a cars-and-coffee-style car show, thrilling on-track action, rare vehicles from the Petersen Automotive Museum and Singer Vehicle Design, a F.A.T. International activation, exclusive merchandise, and a vibrant lineup of food trucks and vendors.

Further details on current and future improvements, as well as *Willow Springs Reimagined*, will be announced as they unfold. For more information, visit willowspringsraceway.com or follow the excitement on Instagram and Facebook.

... notes from The EDJE

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A Lamborghini Tale Of Woe In Laurel Canyon

Lamborghini nameplate script displayed on the back of a Gray 680hp Murcielago. Image Credit: Edmund Jenks (2009)

A Lamborghini Tale Of Woe In Laurel Canyon

Today, January 10, 2010, was a day one Lamborghini Gallardo owner/driver (assumed) went a little off on one of the very tight and winding streets just off of Laurel Canyon in the Hollywood Hills North and West of Los Angeles ... a couple of miles North of the Sunset Strip. The exact street location was not stated in the report posted at Jalopnic, but judging from the photos, the street was similar to Willow Glen (or Mount Olympus) ... way too tight and winding. Not a street to be cruzin' at about 560hp strength and speed.

Upended SAAB with the classic Lamborghini wedge doing the deed. View of the mishap looking toward the Southwest. Image Credit: Aaron/Jolopnic

The driver managed to upend a SAAB 9.5 (judging roofline and back door separator bodywork), throwing it into a Toyota Corolla which then was pushed into a Toyota extended cab pick-up truck with shell.

Upended SAAB with the classic Lamborghini wedge doing the deed. Toyota Corolla was pushed around with the front end off to the side of someone's driveway. View of the mishap looking toward the Southeast. Credit: Aaron/Jolopnic

Most people only dream of being able to ride in ... let alone drive a Lamborghini. At the recent Motor Press Guild's Press Day (actually held over a two day period) two Lamborghini cars were delivered for the gathered members of the Press to drive (the Gallardo) and ride (a Murcielago driven by IRL race car driver, Richard Antinucci). The driving was restricted to about seven to ten miles of street type of driving around Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, whereas the ride in the Gray 680hp Murcielago was three laps at IRL speed on the 1.5 mile infield road track - WOW!

MPG Track Day 2009 Lamborghini contingent nose to tail. The one on the left is the Blue Gallardo and on the right, the Gray Murcielago. Image Credit: Edmund Jenks (2009)

Video and still photo of the 560hp Gallardo "street drive" machine. In the street drive, all road rules applied. Image Credit: Edmund Jenks (2009)

Interior door jam of the Gallardo Lamborghini. Image Credit: Edmund Jenks (2009)

The Lamborghini contingent was only available for the first of the two days, so if one was not early on the list to drive or ride ... one was out of luck.

The last three laps of the day with Richard Antinucci, according to Richard ... were the most exhilarating laps he took all day. He was able to reach about 160mph at the end of the short front straight-away each time through, before breaking for the tight right then left-hand turns to begin each lap on the tight infield course.

The Lamborghini tale of woe will end up costing a bit of money and time, but maybe next time the Gallardo pictured in the accident photos will be able to be driven by its owner at full speed on a closed course like Willow Springs International Motorsports Park or up north at the 3.0 mile, 15 turn workout of a road course at Thunderhill Raceway Park.

... notes from The EDJE



TAGS: Crash, Gallardo, Hollywood Hills, Lamborghini, Laurel Canyon, MPG, Murcielago, Richard Antinucci, Thunderhill, Willow Springs, The EDJE