Kevin Kalkhoven
Kevin Kalkhoven
Kevin Oscar Newton Kalkhoven, former CEO of JDS Uniphase, is an Australian venture capitalist and auto racing magnate based in Menlo Park, California. He is a partner in the Kalkhoven, Pettit, Levin and Johnson Venture capital firmbased in Menlo Park...
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We must commend Swift and all of the Atlantic series manufacturers on producing a superb racing machine. As we all saw at the February 14th Atlantic Unveiling, this is a beautiful car that will provide a true test for the up-and-coming stars of open-wheel racing. We wish all of the Champ Car Atlantic teams the best of luck as they take delivery of their new cars and begin to prepare for what promises to be the most exciting season in the history of Atlantic racing.
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We gave Jimmy the option of driving not only to help mentor our two new drivers but because of his wonderful history in racing and the fact we believe he remains very competitive. I still contend it is likely Jimmy could make more comebacks than the Rolling Stones.
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Both sides have to come out of this a winner.
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We are both trying to find the right solution.
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Tony and I have made a lot of progress in getting to know each other and understanding each other's viewpoints. We're trying to build bridges for the future.
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There is no letter of intent, and absolutely, completely no deal. We met in Paris at the Race of Champions and on a couple of occasions since, socially. Certainly I expect there will be more meetings in the future. I quite enjoy (George's) company.
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We're two guys who have the best intentions of open-wheel racing at heart. We've met, talked, skied a little and drank wine, but so far that's about it.
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One promise I had to make to Katherine was that I did not drape her over a car.
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Nine-tenths of the crowd that turns out Sunday wouldn't go to a regular road race.
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The only way it can happen is if everyone goes away and leaves us alone.
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We decided the time was right in every sense to create a new global company providing components and modules to the telecommunications equipment vendors,
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I want to thank Dick for everything he has done for Champ Car. He has been one of the most important factors in rebuilding Champ Car and I know he will continue to contribute to our success. A planned succession such as this will enable Champ Car to continue to build upon the very significant momentum it has developed. I believe Steve will step right in and continue to grow Champ Car. He has a proven track record and I'm very excited that he is coming on board.
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We have them on the schedule next year. We're going to wait and see how they do.
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We've had fruitful discussions. We all agree it would be better to have a united series. We are both trying to find the right solution.