The Pursuit of

SPEED

ABOUT MAL KNEALE

Raised on the legendary motorcycle and automobile racing location of the Isle of Man. Malcolm (Mal) has spent his entire adult life involved in racing, at a young age together with his friends he entered the world of motor sports. Firstly on off road motorcycles and then road racing motorcycles, and then later progressing onto four wheels. Mal has competed on all the major race courses on the Isle of Man over the years those most notable, being 2002/2005 southern 100 road races, 2003 Manx grand prix, and numerous pre TT classic races. Moving to four wheels Competing in Manx Auto sport stage rallies and Druidale motor club rallies and Hillclimb’s Malcolm continues to enjoy his motor racing career and has supported and volunteered at many racing events.

Malcolm’s passion and racing experience have served him well driving his historic formula B Brabham race car. In 2023 having made it to the podium at both Sonoma raceway and Laguna Seca This milestone is the first step towards approval for an international license, which will I hope lead to opportunities to enter and drive in other Historic Race series for 2024/2025

His performances have afforded Malcolm mentions in two publications: Sports Car Digest and Vintage Drift magazine.

HISTORY

The rumble of engines. The smell of fuel and burnt rubber in the air.

The ultimate thrill of motorsports is the speed, danger, and precision involved. It can be incredibly scary when you’re behind the wheel.

For Mechanical Engineer and Machinist, and Race Car driver Mal Kneale, chasing that exhilarating feeling has been a lifetime pursuit.

Inspired by motorcycle racers such as Giacomo Agostini, Mike Hailwood, and of course John Surtees (a world champion on two and four wheels), Mal Kneale is a passionate advocate of historic racing.

Today he drives a fully restored Brabham BT15, which is available for appearances at your next event! When it comes to classic racing cars, Mal Kneale is ready to answer the call.

RESTORATION PROCESS

A lot of effort went into tracking down a Brabham BT15 (1965-1966) and making it track-ready once again. Vintage Racing Motors Inc. in Redmond, Washington, did an excellent job restoring the vehicle. And they continue to champion Mal Kneale’s efforts on the historic racing circuit. The Brabham BT15 is a unique and historically significant Formula 3 race car that is always exciting to watch. It is a testament to the era’s innovative mechanical engineering and unique designs.