They rode and raced: meet some Targa drivers and their unique vehicles

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The 2024 Targa Newfoundland is over, but the race is never truly forgotten by competitors. Here are three people talking about the vehicles that satisfy their need for speed.

16 teams raced in different regions of Newfoundland

CBC News · Published: Sep 22, 2024 4:40am EDT | Last updated: 9 minutes ago

A racing car crashes into water on a quiet residential street. — The Targa Newfoundland competition ended Thursday evening in Brigus. (Submitted by Targa Newfoundland)

The Targa Newfoundland car rally race attracts competitors from all over the world.

Everyone has their own passion for the event and each car is just as personal.

The 2024 Targa Newfoundland wrapped up Thursday night in Brigus, but the race is never really out of the minds of competitors.

Meet three teams who spoke to CBC’s Jeremy Eaton about why they do it.

WATCH | Here’s a real engine roar:

Rev your engines. Rob Thompson doesn’t need to be asked twice.

Rob Thompson of Newfoundland Motorhead Racing describes his car – and the overhaul it underwent – to prepare it for road racing at the 2024 Targa.

WATCH | He has his own racing car, fulfilling a dream:

This Mustang can move. Meet Devon Knight and his Targa ride

Devon Knight wanted to compete in the Newfoundland Targa car rally from a young age and now the Corner Brook resident is living his dreams. He shows off his Targa vehicle and the features that make it unique.

WATCH | Why this car has a lot of writing on it:

This Targa Driver Dipped His Car’s Wheels Into The Pacific Ocean

Kurt Penner of the Jellybean Newfoundland Targa Rally team explains why his car is a “little piece of Canadian history” and why there are signatures all over the hood.

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With files from Jeremy Eaton and Danny Arseanult

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