Hamilton, ON: The Jacombs Racing/Lou's BBQ/CPS Flooring Ford Taurus team of Dave Jacombs has been preparing for this big Canada Day Weekend event for two weeks and they are set to go racing. The Mopar 300 presented by Dodge Dealers of Ontario is a full three days of activies for the CASCAR race teams starting Friday with a downtown Barrie dispaly at Promenade Days then a Pit Stop Competition for the teams, followed by a Pit Stop Party at the Roxx.
The #88 Taurus team is looking for a better finish than the eleventh they notched here in the May event. My team have been working long hours on the car and motor program to make us better and we are confident we will have a better finish this time," said Jacombs. "It's a fun weekend at Barrie and we are looking forward to it."
Barrie Speedway, the host of the 2005 Canada Day weekend event as well has continued to upgrade their 1/3 mile tri-oval facility for both the fans and drivers. New ashpault has been put down to improve the racing surface after problems last year and fans will find lots of racing action over the two days with three of the home series divisions in attendance along with the CASCAR Sportsman and Super Series teams.
On Saturday, CASCAR practice is from Noon until 2 p.m., spectator gates open at 3:30, with home series heats and B features from 4:20 until 6:20 p.m. CASCAR time trials are at 6:30 with home features to follow. Finally the CASCAR Twin 50 Qualifying Races are set to take the green at 9 p.m. Upon completion there will be fireworks and a music concert and party until 1 a.m.
Sunday's schedule starts with CASCAR Sportsman Series practice at 11:00 a.m, with their 100 lap event to follow at 12:45. The Mopar 300 presented by Dodge Dealers of Ontario is scheduled to start at 3:30 p.m.
Jacombs currently sits in thirteenth in the owners CASCAR Championship Points after three events.
Major Sponsor Lou’s – TMF – The Meat Factory has celebrated 26 successful years as an industry leader producing Premium Quality Meat Products. TMF oversees the development of their four key brands – Lou’s fully cooked Restaurant Style entrees, Lou’s Peameal Bacon of Canada, Limited Edition portion steaks and The Meat Factory. Their HACCP facility has state of the art equipment and recent expansion has been designed to meet industry food safety needs as well as developing unique time saving products for both their Foodservice and Retail Customers across Canada. For more information visit www.tmffoods.com
Established in 1981,CASCAR (Canadian Association for Stock Car Racing) is the governing body for amateur and professional stock car racing in Canada. Today it boasts the highest level of stock car racing in the nation, and sanctions Canada’s premier (and only national) stock car racing series, the CASCAR Super Series.
The CASCAR Super Series visits tracks all across Canada, from Quebec to British Columbia with 11 events per year. CASCAR also sanctions two other racing series, the CASCAR Sportsman Series (in Ontario and Quebec) and the CASCAR Flo-Pro Western Series (in Western Canada). With more than 150 member teams, CASCAR racing delivers an exciting entertainment package to fans all across Canada, both at the track and on television.
Jacombs Racing is supported by a dedicated group of sponsors and product supporters. They include, Lou’s BBQ, CPS Flooring, New Generation Racing Engines, Canadian Linen, Wix Filters, Corteco, Praxair and Kool Graphics and we would like to welcome aboard Broil King.
For more information on the CASCAR Super Series please visit www.cascar.ca // For more information on the Jacombs Racing please contact: www.jacombsracing.ca or contact Linda Jones // LJM Marketing
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Friday, June 30, 2006
NASCAR's Brian France discusses bringing the Busch Series to Montreal
From a Q&A held yesterday (Thursday) at Dayont Int'l Speedway....
QUESTION: I know some NASCAR officials had some pretty pleasing talks in Montreal recently. I'm wondering your thoughts on expanding into Canada, if that's something you think will happen next year?
BRIAN FRANCE: I don't know that it will happen next year, but my hope is that we're going to figure out the Busch Series in Montreal. That's a great venue. We're having good success, as you know, down south. So my hope is that because we have a big fan base in Canada that is you've heard me say this before, but of course, less population percentage wise though, about the same amount of people follow NASCAR in Canada as they do in the U.S. So we would like to take a live event north of the border. That's the venue in our view to do that. And I hope, I don't know that it will be '07, but we are working with them and we'll see what happens.
"Better than a kick in the pants."
Courtesy Ray Lee
Driver Aaron Povoledo pretty much summed up the Kensai Racing with Compass360 team's Mid-Ohio weekend with those few words. As it has been for the season thus far, it was clear from the outset of the event that both Acura RSX-S's were able to run at the head of pack, being as high as third in the practice sessions, and never out of the top ten, regardless of the conditions.
The practice sessions on Thursday and Friday were good for wet testing but for little else, as fine-tuning of the set-up of the cars was left for the dry conditions of Saturday morning. The team did a great job of getting as much data as possible before qualifying in the afternoon, and adjusting the cars accordingly. The result was a fifth place position for the #75 piloted by Travis Walker, with Karl Thomson in the #76 car 3/100ths of a second behind (qualifying seventh). Yes, competition in Grand Am Cup is THAT close!
Sunday morning practice saw Thomson in third spot, the changes to #76's set-up having made a world of difference.
When the race started on Sunday afternoon, both cars took off, with Walker storming to second place by the end of the first lap! The #75 car was able to hang on to the bumper of the #01 Cobalt SS driven by Jamie Holtom, but wasn't quite able to take the lead. That said, Walker ran an absolutely flawless stint, dealing with traffic ably and being gentle on the car. He handed the car to Taz Harvey on lap 40, still in second place.
Thomson, meanwhile, managed to clear traffic and had some great battles with the BMWs of Turner (#95) and Tuaty (#12), as well as the #144 RSX of Michael Galati. He ran as high as second as the other ST cars made their pit stops on the second yellow flag of the day. Thomson handed the car to co-driver Aaron Povoledo, who exited the pits in fourth after a spectacular pit stop by the Kensai team.
So the Kensai Racing with Compass360 cars were in good position to take two top-five positions -- and potentially finish with both on the podium.
Unfortunately, a short way into his stint, Harvey ran afoul of lapped traffic. Now, Taz needs no introduction to fans of production-car road racing, having been a stalwart pilot of Hondas in SPEED World Challenge since its inception in the early 90s. He's a great driver and a real team player, and Kensai was truly thrilled to welcome him again to the fold after his awesome performance at Phoenix earlier in the year.
On lap 47, second-place Harvey was involved in a spectacular incident with the lapped cars of Mike Leibl and Cyril Hamelin. Harvey moved to pass the #189 Trois-Rivieres Honda Civic of Hamelin going into turn one, while Leibl in the #29 Southern Auto Auction Acura tried to pass Harvey (although not for position). At Mid Ohio, it's usually the case that three into corner one don't go, and all three cars suffered extensive damage as the result of the collision. Hamelin's car flipped end-over-end, while Harvey's RSX-S barrel-rolled five times. Thankfully, all drivers walked away with little more than small bruises on body and ego, with perhaps larger bruises on their checkbooks.
Traffic played a huge role in the outcome of this weekend's GAC race, and this was the most obvious example. Thanks to the Mid Ohio safety workers and medical staff that did such a great job of getting the drivers out of the cars and safely attended to.
Povoledo, meanwhile, was circulating in third position, honing in on the #70 Mazda RX-8 of David Haskell and the #01 Cobalt, now with Eric Curran at the helm. The long yellow flag which resulted from the clean-up in corner one allowed time to cool down the cars and tires, which meant the battle for the podium was on with the drop of the green flag.
With the #75 car out, Aaron worked to keep the #76 car in the hunt, moving through traffic and staying with the Cobalt and RX-8. Meanwhile, the #27 RSX-S of Matt and Hugh Plumb was tight on his bumper, and when a lapped Honda Accord ran Povoledo wide, the Plumb car took advantage, dropping Aaron to fourth place.
That was how the event ended, with the #76 car finishing fourth on the road. However, Grand Am assessed the team a 10-second penalty for a man over the wall before the car came to stop during its pit stop, which relegated them to fifth place in ST.
In all, a weekend of mixed emotions. The team is proud of both cars' performance, and are thrilled with the fifth place for Thomson and Povoledo (its' second-best of the year, after the fourth place finish of Thomson and Billy Johnson at Laguna Seca). They're also grateful that Taz emerged unscathed from the wreck of the #75 car.
Plans are under way already for the construction of a new car that will appear for the next GA Cup race at Barber in a month's time. No doubt, both Kensai Racing with Compass360 cars will have what it takes to get on the podium there.
For more information on Kensai Racing visit www.kensairacing.com.
Driver Aaron Povoledo pretty much summed up the Kensai Racing with Compass360 team's Mid-Ohio weekend with those few words. As it has been for the season thus far, it was clear from the outset of the event that both Acura RSX-S's were able to run at the head of pack, being as high as third in the practice sessions, and never out of the top ten, regardless of the conditions.
The practice sessions on Thursday and Friday were good for wet testing but for little else, as fine-tuning of the set-up of the cars was left for the dry conditions of Saturday morning. The team did a great job of getting as much data as possible before qualifying in the afternoon, and adjusting the cars accordingly. The result was a fifth place position for the #75 piloted by Travis Walker, with Karl Thomson in the #76 car 3/100ths of a second behind (qualifying seventh). Yes, competition in Grand Am Cup is THAT close!
Sunday morning practice saw Thomson in third spot, the changes to #76's set-up having made a world of difference.
When the race started on Sunday afternoon, both cars took off, with Walker storming to second place by the end of the first lap! The #75 car was able to hang on to the bumper of the #01 Cobalt SS driven by Jamie Holtom, but wasn't quite able to take the lead. That said, Walker ran an absolutely flawless stint, dealing with traffic ably and being gentle on the car. He handed the car to Taz Harvey on lap 40, still in second place.
Thomson, meanwhile, managed to clear traffic and had some great battles with the BMWs of Turner (#95) and Tuaty (#12), as well as the #144 RSX of Michael Galati. He ran as high as second as the other ST cars made their pit stops on the second yellow flag of the day. Thomson handed the car to co-driver Aaron Povoledo, who exited the pits in fourth after a spectacular pit stop by the Kensai team.
So the Kensai Racing with Compass360 cars were in good position to take two top-five positions -- and potentially finish with both on the podium.
Unfortunately, a short way into his stint, Harvey ran afoul of lapped traffic. Now, Taz needs no introduction to fans of production-car road racing, having been a stalwart pilot of Hondas in SPEED World Challenge since its inception in the early 90s. He's a great driver and a real team player, and Kensai was truly thrilled to welcome him again to the fold after his awesome performance at Phoenix earlier in the year.
On lap 47, second-place Harvey was involved in a spectacular incident with the lapped cars of Mike Leibl and Cyril Hamelin. Harvey moved to pass the #189 Trois-Rivieres Honda Civic of Hamelin going into turn one, while Leibl in the #29 Southern Auto Auction Acura tried to pass Harvey (although not for position). At Mid Ohio, it's usually the case that three into corner one don't go, and all three cars suffered extensive damage as the result of the collision. Hamelin's car flipped end-over-end, while Harvey's RSX-S barrel-rolled five times. Thankfully, all drivers walked away with little more than small bruises on body and ego, with perhaps larger bruises on their checkbooks.
Traffic played a huge role in the outcome of this weekend's GAC race, and this was the most obvious example. Thanks to the Mid Ohio safety workers and medical staff that did such a great job of getting the drivers out of the cars and safely attended to.
Povoledo, meanwhile, was circulating in third position, honing in on the #70 Mazda RX-8 of David Haskell and the #01 Cobalt, now with Eric Curran at the helm. The long yellow flag which resulted from the clean-up in corner one allowed time to cool down the cars and tires, which meant the battle for the podium was on with the drop of the green flag.
With the #75 car out, Aaron worked to keep the #76 car in the hunt, moving through traffic and staying with the Cobalt and RX-8. Meanwhile, the #27 RSX-S of Matt and Hugh Plumb was tight on his bumper, and when a lapped Honda Accord ran Povoledo wide, the Plumb car took advantage, dropping Aaron to fourth place.
That was how the event ended, with the #76 car finishing fourth on the road. However, Grand Am assessed the team a 10-second penalty for a man over the wall before the car came to stop during its pit stop, which relegated them to fifth place in ST.
In all, a weekend of mixed emotions. The team is proud of both cars' performance, and are thrilled with the fifth place for Thomson and Povoledo (its' second-best of the year, after the fourth place finish of Thomson and Billy Johnson at Laguna Seca). They're also grateful that Taz emerged unscathed from the wreck of the #75 car.
Plans are under way already for the construction of a new car that will appear for the next GA Cup race at Barber in a month's time. No doubt, both Kensai Racing with Compass360 cars will have what it takes to get on the podium there.
For more information on Kensai Racing visit www.kensairacing.com.
NASCAR: "[Richard] Buck formerly was Director of Racing Development, Canada"
This release came from NASCAR today.
Tucked at the bottom is the news that NASCAR's point man in Canada, Richard Buck, has moved on.
As of now, there's no word on his replacement in Canada, or if there will be a replacement.
CLARIFICATION (1:25 p.m): NASCAR's Herb Branham just sent me the following note: "Buck will continue to oversee the Canada development."
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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 30, 2006) – NASCAR announced today that Steve O’Donnell has been promoted to the position of Vice President of Racing Operations, with special emphasis on NASCAR’s three national series.
O’Donnell, 37, formerly served as Managing Director of Events and Operations. He will continue to oversee competition administration, at-track operations, strategic planning issues such as scheduling and sanctioning in the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series, NASCAR Busch Series and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. O’Donnell is based at NASCAR’s headquarters in Daytona Beach.
In addition, three other promotions were announced, all part of a reorganization of NASCAR’s weekly and touring operations.
George Silbermann has been promoted to Managing Director of Racing Operations, with a focus on the weekly and regional racing levels. Prior to joining NASCAR, Silbermann was president of the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA).
Richard Buck, a five-time Indianapolis 500-winning crew chief with Roger Penske’s organization, has been named Director of Touring Series. Buck formerly was Director of Racing Development, Canada.
Bob Duvall has been named Director of Weekly Racing and Contingency Programs. Duvall is a former track operator at Jennerstown Speedway in Jennerstown, Pa.
The Fast and the Furious Toyko Drift: Entire First Race
I haven’t seen the movie yet but according to this guy who posted this 5 minute clip of the entire first race, this is the best part of the “The Fast and the Furious: Toyko Drift” movie. Well, I don’t know if he is right, but this part is actually quite nice.
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ProFormance Driving School News
Courtesy Marybeth Harrison
ProFormance is getting quite booked up and we wanted to give you the opportunity to register for any programs you might be interested in before we are completely sold out.
One-Day Racing Course – Vancouver
Thursday August 3rd
Only 3 spots left, $1,200 per person
One-Day Racing Course – Calgary
Thursday August 17th
Sold out ... however, if you are interested in being added to our wait list, please let me know ASAP. If we have enough people, we'll open up another day. Individuals and 'small' groups (ie under 21 people) are welcome.
Two-Day Advanced Racing Course – Calgary
Friday August 18th (evening)Saturday August 19th (all day)
Only 3 spots left, $2,900 per personThis is an exclusive course, restricted to a maximum of 7 individuals. You have a car to yourself and the track to yourself for the day. You also have the option of writing an exam at the end which qualifies you for your race license. No previous experience necessary.
Race Event – Calgary
Saturday August 19th (evening)
Sunday August 20th (all day)
Seats available, $4,500 all inclusive
Corporate Events – CalgaryMonday August 14th
Wednesday September 27th
Corporate Events – Mosport
Wednesday September 12th Corporate Events – Phoenix
Friday December 1st
ProFormance Racing
2244 Lefeuvre Rd.
Abbotsford BC V4X 1C6
Local 604 607 7735
800 567 RACE (7223)
ProFormance is getting quite booked up and we wanted to give you the opportunity to register for any programs you might be interested in before we are completely sold out.
One-Day Racing Course – Vancouver
Thursday August 3rd
Only 3 spots left, $1,200 per person
One-Day Racing Course – Calgary
Thursday August 17th
Sold out ... however, if you are interested in being added to our wait list, please let me know ASAP. If we have enough people, we'll open up another day. Individuals and 'small' groups (ie under 21 people) are welcome.
Two-Day Advanced Racing Course – Calgary
Friday August 18th (evening)Saturday August 19th (all day)
Only 3 spots left, $2,900 per personThis is an exclusive course, restricted to a maximum of 7 individuals. You have a car to yourself and the track to yourself for the day. You also have the option of writing an exam at the end which qualifies you for your race license. No previous experience necessary.
Race Event – Calgary
Saturday August 19th (evening)
Sunday August 20th (all day)
Seats available, $4,500 all inclusive
Corporate Events – CalgaryMonday August 14th
Wednesday September 27th
Corporate Events – Mosport
Wednesday September 12th Corporate Events – Phoenix
Friday December 1st
ProFormance Racing
2244 Lefeuvre Rd.
Abbotsford BC V4X 1C6
Local 604 607 7735
800 567 RACE (7223)
NAPA AUTOPRO TEAM RETURNS TO BARRIE
Courtesy Ken Spencer
Brantford’s Doug Brown heads back to Barrie Speedway this Canada Day Weekend looking for a repeat of his season opening performance at the tough 1/3rd-mile oval. Or better still, he’d like to improve upon his fourth place run on opening day.
The veteran competitor is off to his best start ever in Super Series competition and finds himself tied with defending Series’ Champion Don Thomson Jr or Ayr for fourth spot in the early season points’ race.
They currently trail Series’ leader Kerry Micks of Mt. Albert by 30 points and are just 10 points behind third place runner JR Fitzpatrick of Cambridge. Scott Steckley of Milverton sits in second spot a mere 4 points out of the lead heading to Barrie.
“Just like the season opener, we need to set a fast qualifying time, have a solid run in the 50-lap qualifier and run a steady pace and stick with the leaders lap by lap in the 300-lap main event,” Doug confided while discussing his pre-race strategy.
The team also enters the weekend with some added sponsorship support.
The NAPA Autopro-sponsored competitor will be carrying some extra business logos for this weekend’s race with Haldex Limited of Guelph coming on board the team’s sponsorship/marketing team for the rest of the season.
“We’re really delighted to have Brian Bowerman and his company Haldex join our team, “ Doug remarked when announcing the addition. “We’ve made some approaches to Haldex in the past and hope we can reward them with a strong performance at Barrie and throughout the balance of the season.”
Haldex Commercial Vehicle Systems has a broad line of products and subsystems that are used in air brake systems (and suspension systems) for heavy vehicles such as trucks, trailers, and buses. The product line includes compressors and air dryers, ABS/EBS systems, valves and brake cylinders, disc brakes, drum brake components and brake linings.
With the addition of Haldex and some added support from NAPA Autopro, the team is now confident it will be heading west for events in Vernon, BC on July 15th and 16th then back to Alberta for the Champ Car Grand Prix Weekend in Edmonton beginning July 21st.
The Brown Auto Racing #10 CASCAR Super Series Team is proud to have NAPA/Autopro as its Title Sponsor with Bicknell Racing Products; World of Graphics; HurryPrint Imaging Centre; WIX Filters; KWIC Internet; Gates Canada; BOC Gases; Advance Printing; Brochures etc; Leitch Performance Engines, Haldex Limited Davis Fuels and Leaf Racewear on its Associate Sponsorship Marketing team.
Brantford’s Doug Brown heads back to Barrie Speedway this Canada Day Weekend looking for a repeat of his season opening performance at the tough 1/3rd-mile oval. Or better still, he’d like to improve upon his fourth place run on opening day.
The veteran competitor is off to his best start ever in Super Series competition and finds himself tied with defending Series’ Champion Don Thomson Jr or Ayr for fourth spot in the early season points’ race.
They currently trail Series’ leader Kerry Micks of Mt. Albert by 30 points and are just 10 points behind third place runner JR Fitzpatrick of Cambridge. Scott Steckley of Milverton sits in second spot a mere 4 points out of the lead heading to Barrie.
“Just like the season opener, we need to set a fast qualifying time, have a solid run in the 50-lap qualifier and run a steady pace and stick with the leaders lap by lap in the 300-lap main event,” Doug confided while discussing his pre-race strategy.
The team also enters the weekend with some added sponsorship support.
The NAPA Autopro-sponsored competitor will be carrying some extra business logos for this weekend’s race with Haldex Limited of Guelph coming on board the team’s sponsorship/marketing team for the rest of the season.
“We’re really delighted to have Brian Bowerman and his company Haldex join our team, “ Doug remarked when announcing the addition. “We’ve made some approaches to Haldex in the past and hope we can reward them with a strong performance at Barrie and throughout the balance of the season.”
Haldex Commercial Vehicle Systems has a broad line of products and subsystems that are used in air brake systems (and suspension systems) for heavy vehicles such as trucks, trailers, and buses. The product line includes compressors and air dryers, ABS/EBS systems, valves and brake cylinders, disc brakes, drum brake components and brake linings.
With the addition of Haldex and some added support from NAPA Autopro, the team is now confident it will be heading west for events in Vernon, BC on July 15th and 16th then back to Alberta for the Champ Car Grand Prix Weekend in Edmonton beginning July 21st.
The Brown Auto Racing #10 CASCAR Super Series Team is proud to have NAPA/Autopro as its Title Sponsor with Bicknell Racing Products; World of Graphics; HurryPrint Imaging Centre; WIX Filters; KWIC Internet; Gates Canada; BOC Gases; Advance Printing; Brochures etc; Leitch Performance Engines, Haldex Limited Davis Fuels and Leaf Racewear on its Associate Sponsorship Marketing team.
CASCAR: WHITLOCK SET FOR MOPAR CANADA DAY 300 AT BARRIE THIS WEEKEND
Three time National Champion Dave Whitlock and his #39 NTN-Bower/Nitrex Metal Technologies team roll into Barrie tomorrow for event three on the CASCAR tour this weekend at Barrie Speedway. Sunday is also a milestone for team owner/driver Whitlock who will be celebrating a special birthday.
When asked about the big 40, Whitlock said, "A win here on Sunday would make it even more of a special day so that would be our game plan."
Festivities surrounding the Mopar 300 weekend start Friday with the CASCAR display in downtown Barrie at the annual Promenade Days event. Several of the drivers will be on hand to sign autographs starting at 10 a.m. and the day will wind up with a parade of CASCAR race cars at 5:30 p.m. through the downtown streets to Lakeshore Drive where they will put on a pit stop competition at 6:00 p.m. for the fans.
Dave Whitlock returns to Barrie after posting a ninth place finish here at event #1 on the Victoria Day long weekend. Since then they have posted a fifth at the famed Mosport Road Course and sit sixth in the National Point Standings.
In Team News: Whitlock Motorsports is pleased to welcome back former crew member Steve Mifsud who will be taking on the Crew Chief duties for Pierre Bourque for his three race foray into CASCAR this year. Mifsud a long time crew chief for CASCAR teams such as Dave Whitlock, Bryan Cathcart and Pete Shepherd III will oversee the Whitlock prepared Dodge being raced by Pierre Bourque at the three events.
Pierre Bourque will compete at the Grand Prix of Edmonton in July, the Grand Prix Trois Rivieres and the Grand Prix of Montreal both in August. Bourque has been busy this year competing in the entire Busch East Championship Series and he is the only Canadian competing full time in NASCAR. Bourque currently sits seventeenth in the points chase just two points out of the lead for Rookie of the Year. He is also competing in selected ARCA events, the first one being at Winchester, IN where he finished thirteenth.
NTN Bearing corporation of Canada, based in Mississauga, Ontario manufactures and distributes a wide range of ball and roller bearings, serving the automotive, industrial and recreational markets. Established in 1968, NTN Bearing Corporation of Canada Ltd. has enjoyed continuous growth and expansion over the past 30 years. NTN Bearings are available through more than three hundred distribution outlets across Canada. With this extensive network, NTN is able to offer prompt, off the shelf service anywhere in the country. For more information on NTN Bearings please visit their website at www.ntn.ca
Whitlock Motorsports is a professional racing business located in Wyoming, ON just outside of Sarnia. The 5,000 square foot dedicated motorsports facility houses up to eight race cars, a chassis dyno and all the necessary tools to field a competitive two car race team. Dave Whitlock boasts three National Championships, 1991, 1997 and 1998 along with several top three National Championship finishes, while teammate Mark Dilley has one National Championship to his credit in 1994. Both teams have consistently posted finishes in the Top Six in the National Point Standings since Dilley joined the Whitlock team in 1999. www.whitlockmotorsports.com
For more information please contact:Linda Jones (705) 458-4044 or email: ljmmarketing@look.ca
CASCAR: NAPA AUTOPRO TEAM RETURNS TO BARRIE
Brantford’s Doug Brown heads back to Barrie Speedway this Canada Day Weekend looking for a repeat of his season opening performance at the tough 1/3rd-mile oval. Or better still, he’d like to improve upon his fourth place run on opening day.
The veteran competitor is off to his best start ever in Super Series competition and finds himself tied with defending Series’ Champion Don Thomson Jr or Ayr for fourth spot in the early season points’ race.
They currently trail Series’ leader Kerry Micks of Mt. Albert by 30 points and are just 10 points behind third place runner JR Fitzpatrick of Cambridge. Scott Steckley of Milverton sits in second spot a mere 4 points out of the lead heading to Barrie.
“Just like the season opener, we need to set a fast qualifying time, have a solid run in the 50-lap qualifier and run a steady pace and stick with the leaders lap by lap in the 300-lap main event,” Doug confided while discussing his pre-race strategy.
The team also enters the weekend with some added sponsorship support.
The NAPA Autopro-sponsored competitor will be carrying some extra business logos for this weekend’s race with Haldex Limited of Guelph coming on board the team’s sponsorship/marketing team for the rest of the season.
“We’re really delighted to have Brian Bowerman and his company Haldex join our team, “ Doug remarked when announcing the addition. “We’ve made some approaches to Haldex in the past and hope we can reward them with a strong performance at Barrie and throughout the balance of the season.”
Haldex Commercial Vehicle Systems has a broad line of products and subsystems that are used in air brake systems (and suspension systems) for heavy vehicles such as trucks, trailers, and buses. The product line includes compressors and air dryers, ABS/EBS systems, valves and brake cylinders, disc brakes, drum brake components and brake linings.
With the addition of Haldex and some added support from NAPA Autopro, the team is now confident it will be heading west for events in Vernon, BC on July 15th and 16th then back to Alberta for the Champ Car Grand Prix Weekend in Edmonton beginning July 21st.
The Brown Auto Racing #10 CASCAR Super Series Team is proud to have NAPA/Autopro as its Title Sponsor with Bicknell Racing Products; World of Graphics; HurryPrint Imaging Centre; WIX Filters; KWIC Internet; Gates Canada; BOC Gases; Advance Printing; Brochures etc; Leitch Performance Engines, Haldex Limited Davis Fuels and Leaf Racewear on its Associate Sponsorship Marketing team.
Prepared By: Ken SpencerMarketing and Media Relations // Brown Auto Racing
For additional information on Brown Auto Racing, see www.dougbrown.net
The veteran competitor is off to his best start ever in Super Series competition and finds himself tied with defending Series’ Champion Don Thomson Jr or Ayr for fourth spot in the early season points’ race.
They currently trail Series’ leader Kerry Micks of Mt. Albert by 30 points and are just 10 points behind third place runner JR Fitzpatrick of Cambridge. Scott Steckley of Milverton sits in second spot a mere 4 points out of the lead heading to Barrie.
“Just like the season opener, we need to set a fast qualifying time, have a solid run in the 50-lap qualifier and run a steady pace and stick with the leaders lap by lap in the 300-lap main event,” Doug confided while discussing his pre-race strategy.
The team also enters the weekend with some added sponsorship support.
The NAPA Autopro-sponsored competitor will be carrying some extra business logos for this weekend’s race with Haldex Limited of Guelph coming on board the team’s sponsorship/marketing team for the rest of the season.
“We’re really delighted to have Brian Bowerman and his company Haldex join our team, “ Doug remarked when announcing the addition. “We’ve made some approaches to Haldex in the past and hope we can reward them with a strong performance at Barrie and throughout the balance of the season.”
Haldex Commercial Vehicle Systems has a broad line of products and subsystems that are used in air brake systems (and suspension systems) for heavy vehicles such as trucks, trailers, and buses. The product line includes compressors and air dryers, ABS/EBS systems, valves and brake cylinders, disc brakes, drum brake components and brake linings.
With the addition of Haldex and some added support from NAPA Autopro, the team is now confident it will be heading west for events in Vernon, BC on July 15th and 16th then back to Alberta for the Champ Car Grand Prix Weekend in Edmonton beginning July 21st.
The Brown Auto Racing #10 CASCAR Super Series Team is proud to have NAPA/Autopro as its Title Sponsor with Bicknell Racing Products; World of Graphics; HurryPrint Imaging Centre; WIX Filters; KWIC Internet; Gates Canada; BOC Gases; Advance Printing; Brochures etc; Leitch Performance Engines, Haldex Limited Davis Fuels and Leaf Racewear on its Associate Sponsorship Marketing team.
Prepared By: Ken SpencerMarketing and Media Relations // Brown Auto Racing
For additional information on Brown Auto Racing, see www.dougbrown.net
Minor facelift for the Renault Modus mini MPV
Renault’s mini MPV has been given a fresh look for the 2007 model year in an attempt to spice up the cars poor European sales. The subtle changes start with the exterior’s new clear ‘crystal’ indicator lenses for the front and rear lights and the wing mirror indicators, while on the inside each trim level gains new seat upholstery and higher quality interior materials for the dash and centre console. Of course, there’s no change concerning the main reason for which the car’s bad sales –the extremely small boot size (198 litres!) for a car that want’s to play the role of a compact family model for young Europeans.
The Modus engine range is also unchanged, offering a total of six engines, three diesels – 68, 86 and 106hp, and three petrols – 75, 98 and 111hp, all driven via five-speed manual gearboxes with the exception of the dCi 106 which is six-speed. Also there’s a semi-automatic gearbox (Quickshift5) which will continue to be available with the dCi 86 engine alongside an automatic gearbox for the 1.6 VVT 111 petrol.
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Childs play: Lotus Type 119c soapbox
Now be honest, if you where a kid or for that matter a child trapped in an adult body, wouldn’t you just “kill” to take this delightful Lotus designed Type 119c soapbox for a “spin” in your neighbourhood? I can just imagine myself telling my friends I’ve got a soapbox with enough tech on it to make a Benz look prehistoric…Anyway, this record-holding downhill gravity racer, is going to make its second competitive appearance at the
Paul Adams, who successfully piloted the Lotus Type 119 soapbox to victory in the Roadster Class at the Goodwood event in 2002 and who clinched the overall win in 2004 with the 119c, will be returning to the driving seat hoping to lift a third trophy. On being back behind the wheel after a two-year break, Paul Adams explains: "I am really excited to be able to race at such a historic circuit and be reunited again with past competitors, which will certainly make for some good and fun racing. We will be shaking down the car on the Hethel Test Track, so that I can familiarise myself once again with the controls, oil the nuts and bolts and blow off the cobwebs!"
Teams will race from the top of the Test Hill of the Brooklands circuit, which then leads on to the exciting banked section before the Finish Straight in front of the paddock. The record, held by Lola Cars for descending the course, is 71.8 seconds, and competitors are expected to reach a top speed of around 35 mph.
Jaguar XKR Full Press Release
You saw the pictures, you read the first info, now time has come for the official press release of Jag’s promising new wild cat, the XKR. For more pictures click the links here: Images I & here: Images IIPRESS RELEASE: Jaguar is proud to unveil its new supercharged sports car – the Jaguar XKR. Building on the excellence of the all-new XK introduced in late 2005, the XKR takes the Jaguar experience to new heights.
Like the normally aspirated XK model, the new XKR makes intelligent use of practical, modern technology such as its industry-leading aluminium monocoque body structure. In addition, an uprated 420bhp (SAE) supercharged V8 engine and class-leading calibration of its state-of-the-art, six-speed automatic transmission bring it a level of accessible, real-world performance that makes the XKR the most impressive, everyday, sporting GT in its class.
"Our aim when engineering the new XKR was to ensure that the car’s character remained balanced despite the significant increase in power over the normally aspirated XK," explains Jaguar’s chief engineer, Mike Cross. "Our engineering team worked to the brief of creating a car that is 120% and more of an XK – the ultimate sports GT for the real world. We wanted the performance and dynamism you would expect of an XKR but were careful to retain that exceptional blend of sporting luxury that every Jaguar must have and which was so convincingly demonstrated with the XK. The bottom line is: if you like the XK, you’ll absolutely love the new XKR."
The result of that engineering brief is a car that performs in any conditions, at any speed. With superb torque at low engine speeds, instant acceleration is always available should you demand it. Similarly, the advanced steering and suspension set-up means the new XKR switches effortlessly from relaxed grand tourer to honed sports car with ease. It is everything the XK is and much more besides.
Supercharged 4.2-litre engine: The ability to call upon impressive reserves of power and acceleration in an instant is the hallmark of every great Jaguar. The new XKR ensures this by using a remarkable 4.2-litre supercharged AJ-V8 engine. Producing 420bhp (SAE) at 6250rpm and 560Nm (EEC) of torque at 4000rpm it is capable of propelling the Coupe version to 60mph in 4.9 seconds (5.0 seconds for the Convertible) and onto an electronically limited top speed of 155mph (250km/h).
The addition of a supercharger and twin air intakes means the new XKR benefits from a 120bhp (SAE) power increase over the normally aspirated 4.2-litre XK with which it shares its engine configuration. Torque, so essential for instant acceleration at any engine speed, also increases significantly – by 36% over the XK, although the overall weight of the XKR is raised by just 70kg. Consequently the power-to-weight ratio compared to the normally aspirated 4.2-litre XK is an impressive 34% higher.
The heart of these significant performance improvements is the XKR’s lightweight eight-cylinder engine with an Eaton supercharger. The water-cooled cylinders are arranged in a 90-degree V configuration and the crankshaft is supported by five main bearings. Each of the two cylinder head assemblies incorporates twin camshafts operating four valves per cylinder. One of the reasons for the engine’s impressive output is the continuously variable valve timing which helps to deliver a wide spread of torque. The engine uses an Electronic Return-less Fuel System (ERFS) and a three-way catalyst exhaust system.
The increase in power and torque over the outgoing XKR model is down to two significant additions to the engine. The air intake supply to the engine has been significantly enhanced thanks to the use of twin air inlets and a Variable Inlet Camshaft Timing system is used for the first time on the XKR. By continuously adjusting the timing of the inlet camshaft on both banks of the V8 depending on the engine speed and load, Jaguar’s engineers have ensured large improvements in torque, particularly at lower revs.
The system is controlled by the Engine Management System (EMS) which receives engine speed, throttle position and oil temperature data from its sensors. The
The normally aspirated 4.2-litre XK has been praised for its acoustic qualities, remaining unobtrusive and relaxed at modest speeds but producing an unmistakeable V8 soundtrack when worked hard. On the XKR, the presence of supercharger whine threatened to dominate the acoustic character and mask the underlying sound quality. However, through enhancements to the vehicle acoustic pack, the supercharger noise has been reduced by 5dB compared to the previous XKR.
This approach to acoustics allowed the engineers to concentrate on using the exhaust system to deliver the best possible sound quality character. This was accomplished through the use of the XKR’s Active Exhaust system which varies the flow of exhaust gases through the main silencer box to ensure that the XKR remains quiet at cruising speeds but delivers a substantially more purposeful sound quality character under hard acceleration.
Transmission: Jaguar's Sequential Shift uniquely combines all the speed and involvement of a sequential manual gearbox with the comfort and convenience of a full automatic. The system consists of steering wheel-mounted paddles and a conventional gear selector lever, allowing the driver to switch between three automatic or paddle-operated gearbox modes.
Whereas an automated manual gearbox interrupts the flow of torque during the gearchange – while the clutch is disengaged – the Jaguar's gearbox maintains the flow of torque throughout the shifting process. This results in gearchanges that are not only quick, but also remarkably smooth. Gearshifts are achieved in less than 600 milliseconds, from the point at which the driver operates the shift paddle to the point at which the shift is complete.
In fact, during development, comparison tests between Jaguar Sequential Shift and rival automatic transmissions in the class showed the transmission to be the fastest system of all, changing gear at least 400 milliseconds faster than a standard automatic and 100 milliseconds faster than the best automated manual system.
The three gearbox modes give the driver total flexibility to use the transmission to match whatever driving style he or she chooses. In Drive mode, the gearbox behaves as a conventional automatic, with the software optimised for every day driving conditions providing all the benefits of a best-in-class automatic transmission.
In Sport mode, the gearbox's adaptive software becomes more prevalent, adapting and reacting more dynamically to demanding conditions. This software takes account of the prevailing conditions and driver's inputs and adapts accordingly. For example, it recognises when the car is negotiating a curve, and holds the gear accordingly; Hill Recognition enables the XKR to choose the ratios to optimise the ascent or descent of a hill; the gearbox’s software will also match the engine speed precisely to the engine and road speeds, ‘blipping’ the throttle during rapid downshifts.
Manual mode is activated by simply operating one of the steering wheel-mounted paddles, and delivers a state-of-the-art manual gear shift feel from the automatic transmission.
Chassis, Suspension And Brakes: To ensure optimum ride and handling the XKR’s springs and dampers are uprated compared to the normally aspirated XK. The front spring rate is increased by 38% and the rear spring rate by 24%. Allied to the Servotronic steering system, which has also been tuned both mechanically and electronically to give the steering more weight and even greater response, the uprated suspension ensures confidence-inspiring handling without any loss in refinement and comfort levels.
Because of the inherent strength and stiffness of the chassis, the only significant addition to the XKR’s structure is an additional rear suspension brace mounted between the rear damper towers to accommodate the significant increase in rear spring rate. This also allows the Convertible to utilise the same dynamic settings as the Coupe model.
The Computer Active Technology Suspension (a two-stage adaptive damping system that ensures the optimum balance between ride and handling) and new switchable Dynamic Stability Control with Traction Control System (Trac DSC) have also been recalibrated to cope with the additional power of the supercharged engine.
As significant to the XKR as the increases in power and torque are the major improvements in strength and weight thanks to its advanced all-aluminium architecture. Unique in the industry as a complete aluminium monocoque body structure, as distinct from an aluminium spaceframe with separate aluminium exterior panels, its properties come from both the way the bodyshell is designed and constructed and the use of new joining technologies.
In fact, the new XKR’s aluminium chassis is significantly lighter and stiffer in both Coupe and Convertible form than the steel model it replaces. The Coupe chassis is over 30 percent stiffer than the previous XK, while the Convertible is over 40 percent stiffer. As a consequence the XKR accelerates faster than the previous model, while offering high levels of safety, reduced noise and vibration intrusion, and improved ride and handling characteristics thanks to improved suspension dynamics.
The new XKR Coupe is also stiffer and lighter than the Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, with a kerb weight of just 1665kg – some 290kg less than the Mercedes. In Convertible form the BIW weight, at just 287kg is 19 percent lighter than the previous XKR Convertible.
New, larger ventilated brake discs at the front ensure higher braking performance for the XKR. The front brake disc diameter has increased from 326mm to 355mm and the thickness from 30mm to 32mm, which not only improves the braking performance but also the system’s resistance to fade. The braking system also includes four-channel ABS, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Hydraulic Brake Assist to increase brake pressure during an emergency stop, and Jaguar’s Electronic Park Brake function.
Design: With the much-admired new XK already considered a future design classic, Jaguar’s creative team, led by Ian Callum, had a great starting point from which to produce the XKR. The XK range’s elegant form draws on the lineage of the original XK and E-type sports cars, and by blending this unmistakeable Jaguar silhouette with contemporary flair its exterior forms a stunning blend of elegance, athleticism and definition. The XKR now takes this athletic look one stage further thanks to the addition of:
• New XKR front bumper with colour-keyed finish to unique front fog lamp housings
• Aluminium side power vent finish
• Bonnet louvres and unique ‘XKR’ aluminium finish to upper and lower front mesh grilles
• Aluminium finish to rear signature ‘blade’ and selected exterior brightwork finishers
• Unique ‘Jupiter’ design 19-inch alloy wheels as standard, with 20-inch ‘
• Black brake callipers with ‘R’ logo
• Quad exhaust system and unique lower bumper
• ‘R’ rear badge
Design Director Ian Callum explains the thinking behind the look of the new XKR:
"We talk at Jaguar of how our new generation of models are ‘beautiful, fast cars’. It’s a phrase that ideally sums up our brand and can be applied to every car we design. We were extremely proud of the reaction to the new XK when it was unveiled last year – it is as beautiful as you would expect a Jaguar sports car to be. Now the new XKR has a look that emphasises the ‘fast’ aspect of our design statement.
"The ‘powerline’ that runs from the front wheel through the cabin area and into the car’s rear haunches remains and we have added to that latent feeling of power by adding some strong performance features such as the louvres that signify the potent supercharger and the stunning new alloys that fill the wheel arches and give the car real purpose."
The new XK’s interior design has been just as highly praised and the XKR’s cabin represents arguably the most sophisticated yet driver-focussed environment of any car in its class. The XKR has class-leading ergonomics, user-friendly in-car technology and simple, clear information displays in the instrument panel and main dashboard area.
A unique sports seat design with additional lateral support for both the driver and front seat passenger has been added, with an ‘R’ badge on the headrests, tachometer, steering wheel and gear selector. The design of the standard aluminium interior veneer is also unique to the XKR, featuring a ‘weave’ pattern from the Advanced Lightweight Coupe showcar.
XKR customers can also specify the Luxury Sports interior option which features softgrain leather on the 16-way adjustable seats, instrument panel, door trim and centre console.
The XKR Marketplace: Like the normally aspirated XK, the new XKR competes within the global sports car sector. In 1999 this sector accounted for just under 50,000 sales per year worldwide. Since that time the sector has doubled in size.
The XKR will appeal to a select group of affluent potential customers, who have an affinity with luxury products. They are looking for a grand tourer as well as a car with pure sporting credentials; one that provides exhilaration and escapism combined with status and exclusivity – ‘luxury in a sports skin’.
The new XKR, like all Jaguars, offers excellent value for money in the sports car market. With prices starting from £67,495, the XKR ensures customers will enjoy a considerable increase in performance over the normally aspirated XK for a relatively small price premium. They will also benefit from a significant performance advantage over rivals such as the Mercedes-Benz SL500, which is slower and heavier than the XKR, despite costing over £8000 more.
Furthermore, the XKR offers a full suite of comfort, convenience and technology features, the large majority of which (such as satellite navigation, BluetoothTM telephone, Touchscreen display and keyless start) are not standard on many rival cars of similar price, or even available at all.
And because of its advanced lightweight body structure and powerful supercharged engine, the XKR’s performance even matches cars that are not direct competitors in terms of either price or technical specification. For example, it beats the £81,760, 5.0-litre BMW M6 on torque-to-weight ratio and virtually matches the £99,045, 5.5-litre SL55 AMG on power-to-weight ratio.
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Uncovered: 2007 Honda CR-V
*UPDATE* CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE & PICTURES : 2007 HONDA CR-V
Holly Honda! This seems to be the real thing: the 2007 Honda CR-V caught in bright daylight with no cover at all! Personally I can’t say that the design is unique or beautiful, but there’s no doubt that its much more inspiring than the previous CR-V’s. Well, not much info yet as the only thing we know is that Honda's brand new medium sized SUV will be heavily based on the 2007 mid-sized Acura RDX
Transformers Movie Teaser Trailer out in the open
A couple of day’s ago I previewed some alleged clips and pictures (Click here: Transformers Movie Exposed) from the Transformer Movie that’s due on the big screen next year. Now, Paramount released a teaser trailer of Michael Bay
Nissan 350Z GT-S Concept unveiled
Finally Nissan gave out the first official pictures of their tuned up 350Z GT-S Concept that’s going to make its first public at the Goodwood Festival of Speed (7-9 July) where it will join other exotic road cars in the Supercar Paddock and on the famous hillclimb course. But will the 382 Hp 350Z GT-S become more than a weekend project by a group of mavericks? Nissan is saying nothing officially, though insiders point to its appearance at Goodwood as a sign the company is giving the GT-S concept serious consideration.Press Release: Developed by a small team of Nissan engineers working in their spare, the GT-S supercharged coupé is a performance-focused version of Nissan’s acclaimed ‘Z-‘car’ and is designed to appeal to enthusiastic 350Z owners who simply want more.
Although boasting a power hike and a substantially modified chassis, the GT-S is far from being a stripped out racing car with a rock hard ride and a peaky power delivery.
Performance gains are expected to include a one second cut in the benchmark 0-60mph time (4,8 sec vs 5.8 seconds for the standard 350Z) with 2.5 seconds slashed from the 0-100mph time.
And it sounds better, too, thanks to an electronically controlled by-pass valve that enriches the exhaust note at a pre-determined engine speed.
Chassis: NTCE engineers – the very men who tuned the original 350Z to suit European roads and our higher speeds – have undertaken the suspension changes. Working closely with specialists from Bilstein, the changes concentrate on optimising road performance, with improvements in both handling ability and ride comfort… particularly on British ‘B’ roads. Wider wheels and tyres complete the chassis alterations.
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Thursday, June 29, 2006
MOPAR Canada Day Weekend at Barrie Speedway: MOPAR Pit Stop Challenge
The MOPAR Canada Day CASCAR Super Series / Sportsman Series Weekend (presented by the Dodge Dealers of Ontario) kicks off on Friday with several events in downtown Barrie. The public is welcome to attend.
FRIDAY SCHEDULE:
8:00 a.m.: Move-in for RACE CAR DISPLAY... at Dunlop Street between Mary Street and Maple Street. Cars will remain on display until parade time.
5:30 p.m.: Race car parade from display area to Mopar Pit Stop Challenge area (on Lakeshore Blvd.)
6:00 p.m.: MOPAR Pit Stop Challenge (on Lakeshore Blvd.)
PAUL TRACY RETURNS TO DAYTONA FOR DOUBLE-DUTY
DAYTONA BEACH, FL – One of the racing world’s most famous drivers will be making an encore performance at one of the racing world’s most famous race tracks. Paul Tracy will be returning to Daytona International Speedway this week for the second time this season, as he will once again be driving in the Grand Am race on Thursday night and then piloting the #34 Sport Clips/American Crew Chevrolet in the NASCAR Busch Series race on Friday night.
“It’s great to have the opportunity to go back to Daytona and be part of one of the biggest races of the year,” Tracy said. “In February, I had great runs in both the Grand Am car and in the Sport Clips/American Crew Busch Series car and I am looking forward to getting back there and having a great weekend. Daytona is a historic track and I am proud to be able to race there.”
Sport Clips CEO and Founder, Gordon Logan, is excited about his relationship with Paul Tracy.
“We are extremely pleased with our relationship with Paul Tracy for his debut season in the NASCAR Busch Series. Paul brings an excitement and passion to the sport that has greatly expanded the fan base for the Busch Series, resulting in an increased awareness of Sport Clips in all of our markets.” He continued, “We are particularly pleased that American Crew is on board with us on Paul's car. We have a great relationship with American Crew, a leading edge product line specifically formulated for men and boys - our clients!”
Initially, Paul Tracy was scheduled to drive the #34 Sport Clips/American Crew Chevrolet at Indianapolis Raceway Park on August 5th, however since Sport Clips sponsored the Indianapolis 500 car of Max Papis in May, Sport Clips decided to move their Indianapolis sponsorship to Daytona.
Sport Clips, Inc. is a Georgetown, TX-based enterprise that currently has 315 stores in 28 states. Targeting men and boys, Sport Clips provides high-quality haircuts in a fun sports environment, complete with TVs at every Stylist’s station tuned to sports. Every Sport Clips has “guy smart” Stylists who focus on providing the highest level of service to every client. Sport Clips is the Official Haircutter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), whose logo will be prominently featured on Tracy’s car. For a location near you or for franchise information, please visit: www.SportClips.com.
American Crew continues to lead the way in the men’s grooming business. With a passionate commitment to men’s grooming, their purpose is to bring men into salons, provide them with a great new experience and show them new ways of incorporating style into their everyday lives. American Crew recognizes the growing number of men that are concerned with their appearance and who want to look their very best. This trend of image-conscious men spans all ages and backgrounds. American Crew has all of their grooming interests in mind. For more information on American Crew, please visit www.AmericanCrew.com.
From Doug Barnette // Player Management International, Inc.
CASCAR WEST: Teams 24 & 48 set to promote their appearance at the GP of Edmonton
From Paul Dennis, of CASCAR Western Series Teams #24 (Scott Dennis) & #48 (Chris Dennis)...
"We are promoting our upcoming race at the Edmonton Grand Prix this next week (Jul1-7) at the West Edmonton Mall. Cars will be on display for the whole week, by the Brick Warehouse. Further, we will be on GLOBAL TV on Tuesday, July 4 for an interview on: the CASCAR Western Series, the boys' involvement as rookies, the future of CASCAR, etc.
We have been told the interview is 8:15 a.m. When it will air I'm not sure, but I think it is live. We had a great promotion at the IHRA Rocky mountain Nationals this past week-end and we have been asked us to represent CASCAR in a photoshoot with handicapped children on the Friday practice day at the Edmonton Grand Prix. This will occur after the last morning practice and before 4:00 PM qualifying."
Thanks for the update Paul and good luck with the promotions and the event!
"We are promoting our upcoming race at the Edmonton Grand Prix this next week (Jul1-7) at the West Edmonton Mall. Cars will be on display for the whole week, by the Brick Warehouse. Further, we will be on GLOBAL TV on Tuesday, July 4 for an interview on: the CASCAR Western Series, the boys' involvement as rookies, the future of CASCAR, etc.
We have been told the interview is 8:15 a.m. When it will air I'm not sure, but I think it is live. We had a great promotion at the IHRA Rocky mountain Nationals this past week-end and we have been asked us to represent CASCAR in a photoshoot with handicapped children on the Friday practice day at the Edmonton Grand Prix. This will occur after the last morning practice and before 4:00 PM qualifying."
Thanks for the update Paul and good luck with the promotions and the event!
NPP Late Model Series: $75,000 OILMEN’S INVITATIONAL THIS LONG WEEKEND
EDMONTON, AB – The Northern Provincial Pipelines Late Model Series touches down at Edmonton’s Castrol Raceway this long holiday weekend. Saturday and Sunday night, race teams will compete at the 13th annual N.P.P. Oilmen’s Invitational.
"There is $75,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs this weekend,” says N.P.P. tour announcer Gord Craig. “This is a big dollar Late Model Stock Car race event for everyone involved. It’s also the first back to back race weekend of the 2006 season.” adds Craig, “So far, race teams have had only single race nights to contend with, now it’s a two night battle (Saturday and Sunday).”
One driver that can’t wait for the ‘battle’ is Mike Tom from Salmon Arm, British Columbia. Tom was involved in a serious 3 car crash in Edmonton back on May 27th and hasn’t raced since. “The number 55 car was unfortunately written off and believe it or not, I’m still a little sore from that wreck. One thing’s for sure I can’t wait to get back at it in my new car.”
Another driver that is ready is 3 time N.P.P Late Model Series champion and current point leader Trevor Emond. “I’ve got a great car and a great crew so it’s up to me to take this car to the front both nights.” The Leduc Alberta driver is on a hot streak in 2006. Emond has never finished worse than second in a Feature event this season. Conditioning will be an important factor going into this weekend also. Both Saturday and Sunday night's Feature events will be 50 laps in length double what the drivers are normally used to running (25 laps).
"It’s a long tough two nights of racing,” says Edson Alberta’s Dwight Kennedy, winner of the last NPP series event in Lethbridge, “If I can put this Dodge up front again this weekend I’ll be happy.”
WHAT: 13th ANNUAL OILMENS INVITATIONAL
WHERE: CASTROL RACEWAY // Edmonton, Alberta
DATES: SATURDAY/SUNDAY, July 1st/2nd
GATES: 5PM // RACING: 6:00PM
- From Gord Craig
More 2007 Jaguar XKR Coupe & Cabriolet pictures
As I said yesterday (Carscoop) more information & pictures of Jag’s new wild cat are expected to be revealed. For now, I’ve got some new pictures of the XKR Coupe & Cabriolet versions. The new XKR wears a 420 Hp supercharged 4,2 litre V8 which speeds the Coupe version from zero to 100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 5,2 sec while the Cabriolet versions needs 5,3 sec. Prices for the two models in 
HAM SPEC: Tim Miller's Column
In today's column, Tim Miller talks about Jeff Lapcevich and other things in the world of motorsports....
(h/t Bruce Mehlenbacher for the link)
(h/t Bruce Mehlenbacher for the link)
World Leaders to Use Electric Vehicles during the upcoming G8 Summit in Russia
Well, as the saying goes, Caesar’s should be above suspicion. So, as the World (?) leaders focus on energy conservation during the upcoming 2006 G8 Summit (St. Petersburg , Russia
At the selection of Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Russian government has purchased 30 four-passenger (e4) GEM electric vehicles for use during the G8 Summit. Each e4 is decorated with a participating country’s national flag (
“GEM electric vehicles will offer the participating leaders with an environmentally-friendly transportation option while attending the G8
“With zero emissions, GEMs provide clean, quiet, efficient and affordable transportation. As an alternative to conventional vehicles, they can have a significant impact on air quality,” adds Kasper.
More than 30,000 are in use across the United Sates and internationally. GEM electric vehicles have a top speed of 25 mph and meet all federal safety standards for Low Speed Vehicles.
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Official: 2007 Honda Civic TYPE S 3door
Ok, this is it Honda-boys: the new 3door Civic and in particularly, the second most sporty version of the range before the TYPE R comes to life, the TYPE S. Powered by either a 1.8 litre petrol engine or a 2.2 litre diesel engine, both of which produce 103kW/140PS and are mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox, the 3 door TYPE S will make its world debut at the British International Motor Show, to be held at ExCeL, London, in July 2006 while sales are expected to commence in Europe in early 2007.
PRESS RELEASE
Sharing the same dynamic silhouette and overall dimensions as the acclaimed 5-door model, the Civic TYPE S further emphasizes the Civic's sporty and fun-to-drive direction to appeal to a young audience. The styling is therefore more assertive and the suspension is tuned for sharper chassis dynamics, with revised spring and damper settings and a 20mm wider rear track.
Two model grades will be offered. The extensive specification of the standard TYPE S includes 17 inch alloys, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), air conditioning, cool box, remote audio controls and side curtain airbags. The TYPE S Plus adds dual zone air conditioning, cruise control, front fog lights, retractable mirrors, automatic wipers and automatic headlamps. Certain markets also gain HID headlamps, heated front seats and a panorama glass roof.
Sculpted and fully integrated side skirts flare outwards towards front and rear wheels and seamlessly blend into the wheel arch surrounds, familiar from the 5-door model. These in turn flow into the front and rear spoilers to complete the lower body structure, all of which is finished in a gun metallic colour for added visual appeal. The deep front air intake, together with the 17 inch alloy wheels and wider rear track provide the TYPE S with a particularly muscular and planted look.
The cabin is focused around the unique and visually arresting Dual Link concept fascia introduced on the 5-door model. Key driving information, including vehicle speed, is displayed in the upper part of the instrument panel, while other information is provided in the lower section. This design is particularly effective in presenting information without compromising the driver's concentration on the road.
The Civic's coupe-like styling has not compromised the cabin space. The interior instead succeeds in providing a high degree of flexibility and passenger accommodation. The distance between the hip point of front and rear passengers at 803 mm, for example, equates to that in higher segment cars.
The rear seats also incorporate Honda's familiar one-motion, dive-down feature that instantaneously creates a flat loading space of a spacious 485 litres, mirroring that of the 5-door model. The cargo floor can also be dropped down to reveal an under-floor compartment. A centrally positioned fuel tank located beneath the front seats, rather than impinging on the luggage area, plays a key role in achieving this packaging efficiency.
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