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Barry Ultahan – Senior Engineer for Ayrton Senna
Barry joined Nicholson McLaren 3 years ago following his retirement from McLaren where he worked for most of his career. That included being one of the senior engineers for Ayrton Senna. As a surprise, we arranged lunch for a number of his ex McLaren colleagues...
YouTuber Auto Alex is to challenge Drive Tribe’s Richard Hammond to a drag race in a Jaguar XJR.
Alex’s Jaguar XJR saloon has been converted to manual and given a limited-slip differential amongst other upgrades, to make the hefty leather-clad retro maroon saloon as quick as possible on the quarter mile. Hoping to beat presenter Richard Hammond in his XJR,...
MIA Dinner
Nicholson McLaren MD John Waghorn (pictured centre) was delighted to sponsor the export award at the prestigious MIA Dinner held at Silverstone Wing Venue. Nicholson McLaren we’re able to welcome guests to the live event,...
Embassy Hill F1
It’s a well known fact the NME founder John Nicholson’s reputation as an engine builder in New Zealand earned him a coveted position from Bruce McLaren, for whom he built engines on McLaren CanAm and F5000 race cars from 1969 – cutting his teeth for McLaren on...
Murray Walker
There is no doubt that Murray Walker is an integral part of the fabric that makes Formula 1 history what it is and viewers enjoyment so rich with his enthusiasm. A legend and fine gentleman. Our condolences to his family and friends. RIP Murray Walker you will be...
2021 Autosport Connect
Our MD, John Waghorn will be a member of 'The Future of Historic Racing' panel on Autosport International Connect tomorrow Wednesday 11th March. Register for free at autosportinternational.com where you can stream the discussion. See Autosport International...
Automotive Motorsport NDT
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NME XB V8
NME XB V8 The Cosworth XB engine started life as a turbo charged methanol fuelled motor for the late 1990’s Champ C Series. In total approx 40 – 50 engines were manufactured and in 2003 Nicholson McLaren was able to purchase the rights to the engine, complete...