les adams

Glad you think so and would be great to see your club there.

Hi all, we can now advise that the inaugural Valvoline Bathurst Autofest is set down to take place on the weekend of March 17th and 18th 2012. Forward planning is already in motion and this event is sure to excite motoring enthusiasts from around the country with many enquiries already inundating our office at this early stage. Planned events will include; Go to Whoa, Showcar Masters on display within the main pit garages, Show N Shine, Motokana, Corkscrew, Parade Laps around the Mount Panorama circuit and of coarse everyone’s favourite the Burnout Comp. Limited camping will be available for entrants and clubs attending, this event will only be operating one Campground only – the Paddock Campground, located behind the Pit Area and more on this will be release shortly along with Entry Forms and other event information. Bathurst is a vibrant regional city located just a few short hour’s drive west of Sydney. Locals and visitors alike enjoy the best of country life with all the conveniences and facilities of modern living. Set in a wonderful natural environment with warm summers, clear, crisp winters, occasional snowfalls and beautiful spring and autumn colours, Bathurst is one of the region’s most beautiful cities, offering a diversity of attractions, activities and facilities. Historic sites and architecture, cultural facilities, the famous Mount Panorama motor racing circuit and the growing wine industry all contribute to making the city an appealing destination. Whether you’re in Bathurst for a day or a week you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained. You will find wide range of accommodation from hotels and motels of all styles to intimate bed & breakfast and unique self contained establishments, while large groups may enjoy staying together in dormitories. A great city to visit, a perfect place to stay. Event updates will also be placed upon our website; www.autofest.com.au Email; [email protected] Phone B/H 0358 235801 Mobile 0417 511557

The Valvoline Springnats are back again bigger than ever and confirmed dates for the famous Shepparton Victoria event are as usual the last weekend of November with this year being the 25th to 27th November 2011. Now into its 19th year the Valvoline Springnats is Victoria’s LARGEST performance car festival that provides the true motor vehicle enthusiast with the opportunity to display their skills and vehicles against other enthusiasts in a safe, controlled and friendly environment. The venue for the 2011 Springnats is the Shepparton Showgrounds which will again prove an ideal central location with its unique, ready-made paved areas suited to driving events and brand new indoor facility that was very well received by both participants and spectators alike at our 2010 event. The Valvoline Springnats will again be all about admiring the best cars in the land including Street Machines, Hot Rods, Kustoms, Restored / Authentic as well as Imports and spending quality time with family and friends, whilst witnessing some of the most powerful cars compete side by side in Hi Octane Action Events such as Go To Whoa, Autokana, Indoor and Outdoor Show N Shine, Dyno Challenge, Autofest Corkscrew and everyone’s favourite the fiercely competitive Burnout Title. The Valvoline Autofest Series includes, Springnats as well as our other events that have been held in Murray Bridge SA, Corowa NSW, Mount Gambier SA and our all new NSW event to be held each year in March at the Australian Mecca of Motorsport, Mount Panorama Bathurst kicking off from the 17th and 18th March 2012. Autofest events attract 100’s of entrants and many thousand spectators over the weekends providing unique environments to compare and compete. All our events are alcohol free and thus promote a true family atmosphere where spectators are able to enjoy the enthusiasm and excitement of a motor vehicle event in a friendly environment. This has been evidenced by the fact of strong crowd attendances consisting largely of families of all ages. The Valvoline Autofest Series of events present themselves as fantastic marketing tools for companies to profile their products and/or services. Additional information can be obtained by visiting our website at www.autofest.com.au Or www.gasolinemag.com.au If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact via email at [email protected] or on 0417 511557. Street Rods, Street Machines, Kustoms, Imports and Restored/Authentic are all welcomed and catered For!

Only 2 weeks to get ya entry into the Valvoline Corowa Autofest before prices go up so get 2 www.autofest.com.au to download yours!

Keep up to date about our all new Bathurst event at our new facebook page http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000292588757

MEDIA RELEASE 13 January 2011 Street Machines set to shine at the Mountain Mount Panorama is fast becoming a major events’ Mecca with Bathurst Regional Council announcing a new event to be staged at the facility in early 2012. Council is set to sign a five year agreement with Springnats Pty Ltd for the staging of the Valvoline Bathurst Autofest. The festival will give Street Machine enthusiasts from Bathurst and beyond an opportunity to enjoy their passion, outside of a capital city. Springnats currently runs similar events at Murray Bridge SA, Corowa NSW, Mount Gambier SA, and Shepparton VIC. It’s expected the Valvoline Bathurst Autofest will prove very popular with car enthusiasts and further cement Mount Panorama’s reputation as the home of Australian motorsport. “Council is always looking to attract new events to our region and we are very happy to partner with Springnats Pty Ltd for this exciting new festival,” said Bathurst Mayor, Paul Toole. “This will be a different kind of event for the mountain and I’m sure it will prove to be very popular with Street Machine enthusiasts everywhere.” Les Adams from the Springnats organisation added: “This is a major decision and a huge step forward for our sport, and shows the growing strength of Street Machining.” The dates and program for the Valvoline Bathurst Autofest will be confirmed in the coming weeks. More information will be available at the Autofest website: Ends More information: Terry Aylett, Media & Public Relations Officer P 02 6333 6179 M 0409 454 084 F 6331 7211 E [email protected]

MEDIA RELEASE 13 January 2011 Street Machines set to shine at the Mountain Mount Panorama is fast becoming a major events’ Mecca with Bathurst Regional Council announcing a new event to be staged at the facility in early 2012. Council is set to sign a five year agreement with Springnats Pty Ltd for the staging of the Valvoline Bathurst Autofest. The festival will give Street Machine enthusiasts from Bathurst and beyond an opportunity to enjoy their passion, outside of a capital city. Springnats currently runs similar events at Murray Bridge SA, Corowa NSW, Mount Gambier SA, and Shepparton VIC. It’s expected the Valvoline Bathurst Autofest will prove very popular with car enthusiasts and further cement Mount Panorama’s reputation as the home of Australian motorsport. “Council is always looking to attract new events to our region and we are very happy to partner with Springnats Pty Ltd for this exciting new festival,” said Bathurst Mayor, Paul Toole. “This will be a different kind of event for the mountain and I’m sure it will prove to be very popular with Street Machine enthusiasts everywhere.” Les Adams from the Springnats organisation added: “This is a major decision and a huge step forward for our sport, and shows the growing strength of Street Machining.” The dates and program for the Valvoline Bathurst Autofest will be confirmed in the coming weeks. More information will be available at the Autofest website: Ends More information: Terry Aylett, Media & Public Relations Officer P 02 6333 6179 M 0409 454 084 F 6331 7211 E [email protected]

MEDIA RELEASE 13 January 2011 Street Machines set to shine at the Mountain Mount Panorama is fast becoming a major events’ Mecca with Bathurst Regional Council announcing a new event to be staged at the facility in early 2012. Council is set to sign a five year agreement with Springnats Pty Ltd for the staging of the Valvoline Bathurst Autofest. The festival will give Street Machine enthusiasts from Bathurst and beyond an opportunity to enjoy their passion, outside of a capital city. Springnats currently runs similar events at Murray Bridge SA, Corowa NSW, Mount Gambier SA, and Shepparton VIC. It’s expected the Valvoline Bathurst Autofest will prove very popular with car enthusiasts and further cement Mount Panorama’s reputation as the home of Australian motorsport. “Council is always looking to attract new events to our region and we are very happy to partner with Springnats Pty Ltd for this exciting new festival,” said Bathurst Mayor, Paul Toole. “This will be a different kind of event for the mountain and I’m sure it will prove to be very popular with Street Machine enthusiasts everywhere.” Les Adams from the Springnats organisation added: “This is a major decision and a huge step forward for our sport, and shows the growing strength of Street Machining.” The dates and program for the Valvoline Bathurst Autofest will be confirmed in the coming weeks. More information will be available at the Autofest website: Ends More information: Terry Aylett, Media & Public Relations Officer P 02 6333 6179 M 0409 454 084 F 6331 7211 E [email protected]

Those concerned with the weather forecasts are reminded that Springnats will continue to run even if we do get some inclemet weather, we have indoor displays etc happening over the weekend as well as live music on both Friday and Saturday nights. Worst thing that could happen is maybe cancelling some of the driving events but we cannot see it raining all weekend if at all. Two weeks ago Shepparton weather was forecast to have 200ml and we did not get a drop.

SHEPPARTON SPRINGNATS: November 26th to 28th 2010 New For 2011, • Live Bands on both Friday and Saturday Nights. • Eagle 1 Show Hall with $5000.00 going to Top Ride. • Lukey Luke Stunt Team Appearing All Weekend. • Jack Daniels Bar on site on both Friday and Saturday Nights. • Jack Daniels Show Girls and Giveaways on both Nights. • The Valvoline Best Of Show and Go. • Brand New Team Extreme Members. • And Much Much More! Now into its 18th year Springnats is Victoria’s Largest Street Machine Car Festival that continues to attract many thousands to Shepparton each year on the last weekend of November with this year being the 26th,27th and 28th. Springnats is the celebration of a performance car festival that provides the true motor vehicle enthusiast with the opportunity to display their skills and vehicles against other enthusiasts in a safe, controlled and friendly environment. The venue for the 2010 Springnats is again the Shepparton showground’s which offers an ideal location with its unique, ready-made roadways suited to driving events and display areas including the all NEW Eagle 1 Show Hall. Springnats is all about admiring the best cars in the land and spending quality time with family and friends, whilst witnessing some of the most powerful cars compete side by side in events such as Go To Whoa, Motorkana, Show N Shine, Dyno Challenge and everyone’s favourite the fiercely competitive Burnout Title. All our events promote a true family atmosphere where spectators are able to enjoy the enthusiasm and excitement of a motor vehicle event in a friendly environment. This has been evidenced by the fact of strong crowd attendances consisting largely of families of all ages. If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact: Email: [email protected] Website: www.autofest.com.au Phone : 0417 511557 Regards from the TEAM at Springnats Street Rods, Street Machines, Kustoms, Imports and Restored/Authentic are all welcomed and Catered For!

Hi All, All those that attend the Friday and Saturday Night Springnats Experience at the Showground go into the draw to win a Ride Of Their Life in one of the Team Extreme Machines, so if you want a chance to run shotgun with either Taverna, Woodhouse, Grmusa or Loader Come and be part of the First EVER Springnats Experence that also includes Live Music, The Jack Daniels Girls, Meet and Greet with some of Australia's Toughest Burnout Legends. Free Entry each night if you have already paid to watch the events or $10 Entry after 9pm each night! Be there or be square!

Those wanting to sall their Ride are reminded of the Springnats Offer from the team at Just Cars Magazine, JUST CARS SALE YARD at all Autofest Events including Springnats.Selling your car? Display your vehicle in the JUST CARS SALE YARD at this year’s VALVOLINE Autofest Series! This is a unique opportunity to display y...our vehicle with Australia’s largest selling car magazine. Display your car in the designated area and receive a FREE listing online at www.justcars.com.au and in JUST CARS Magazine. The guys from JUST CARS will be on hand to take the photo for you if you don’t have one and can also help with your ad! The best vehicle for sale displayed over the weekend judged by the JUST CARS team will be awarded a COVER SHOOT in an upcoming edition of JUST CARS! So whether you want to BUY, SELL or DREAM, be sure to check out JUST CARS SALE YARD at ALL the Autofest series venues!This Offer Is Open To All Entrants Of SPRINGNATS.

Almost forgot, but believe it or not we have been given a liquor licence for both Friday and Saturday nights at Springnats so the Bands have been booked, Jack Daniels ordered as well as the Girls and giveaways Times will be from 9.00pm to 1.00am only so if you plan to catch up with ya mates where a better place to do it but onsite at Springnats. There will also be chill out areas where you will be able to go with the music being played will be in the background. Also those who maybe interested check out the attached invite to the Friday Street Cruise and Display

Dear Motorsport Enthusiasts’ It comes with the deepest regret from all of us at the Valvoline Autofest Series that we send you this letter. Due to circumstances beyond our control the 2011 Murray Bridge Autofest that was planned to take place over the weekend of January 29th and 30th now needs to be postponed until further notice. Some of you are aware of this already, however out of respect for you and your past participation with our event; we deemed it only necessary to send you this letter formally. We apologise for what may seem as late notice and this will explain the reason for not receiving a notice announcing the Murray Bridge Autofest this year to you. We want you to know that all the preparations were made to host the Murray Bridge Autofest that was scheduled for January 2011 and in no way is the event postponed due to lack of efforts made buy the Autofest organising committee or that of the Rural City of Murray Bridge. Murray Bridge CEO Damien Moloney said; “The Rural City of Murray Bridge looks forward to working with the Autofest organizers and relevant stakeholders to ensure that the Autofest can continue to be held in Murray Bridge in the future. “ We look forward in announcing a new Event date early in the New Year and ensure that appropriate notice will be given so that all necessary accommodation and travel bookings can be made with minimum fuss. We also look forward in working with the Rural City of Murray Bridge, Murraylands Tourism marketing, Murray Bridge business houses, Murray Bridge Accommodation Houses, Houseboat Hirers Association, Local Sporting Clubs and many others that have been all part in bringing this popular event to the wonderful City of Murray Bridge. Sincerely, Di Adams For and on Behalf of Murray Bridge Autofest

Information update: Valvoline Autofest, Corowa NSW, February 26th and 27th 2011. Located just 25 minutes from Albury/Wodonga on the mighty Murray, Corowa offers a diverse array of accommodation and welcomes all visitors to their rural city. Corowa follows on from our other events held in Mount Gambier, Shepparton, Victoria, now in it 18th year and continues to attract over 800 entrants and 50,000 people over one weekend as well as the Murray Bridge Event now in its 5th year which attracted over 20000 visitors in January, Corowa will follow with similar successes. The Valvoline Corowa Autofest offers you an exciting array of events over the weekend including: The Corowa Shire Welcome Extravaganza 8.00pm to Midnight Saturday Night, Kick back and dance the night away to live Rock’n’Roll music as well as Car displays in the main street of Corowa, Sanger Street. . AutoFest is the promotion of a performance car festival that provides the true motor vehicle enthusiast with the opportunity to display their skills and vehicles against other enthusiasts in a safe, controlled and friendly environment. The venue for the 2011 Corowa AutoFest is the Corowa Airport which offers an ideal location well suited to this type of event and also allows us to include the ever popular Drag Racing event into our program. AutoFest is all about admiring the best cars in the land and spending quality time with family and friends, whilst witnessing some of the most powerful cars compete side by side in events such as Go To Whoa, Motorkana, Show N Shine, Drag Racing Competition, Dyno Challenge and the fiercely competitive Burnout Title. Street Machines, Street Rods, Restored/Authentic and Kustoms are All Welcome and Catered for! Entry Forms and Additional information can be obtained by visiting our website: www.autofest.com.au If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact via email at [email protected] or Ph 0417 511557 For and on Behalf of the Valvoline Corowa AutoFest.

Just over a week to go to the Mount Gambier Autofest, weather looks like being on our side and some awesum rides booked in, party venue at the ready as well as a sick Stunt Team so bring on October 30 and 31

PROGRAM OF EVENTS Day One Friday 29th October 2010 SHANNONS INSURANCE SCRUTINEERING Friday 29th October 4.00pm to 6.00pm Buddy pass holders processed 4.00pm to 6.00pm Saturday 30th October 8.30am to 1.00pm TRADER SETUP Friday 29th 12.00am to 5.30pm Saturday 30th 7.30am to 12.00Midday DAY TWO Saturday 30th October (Mount Gambier Showgrounds) Shannon’s Insurance Scrutineering Continues 8.30am to 1.00pm Traders Open 9.00am Eagle 1 Show n Shine 9.00am to 5.00pm Eagle 1 Show N Shine Judging 10.00am to 5.00pm Just Cars Magazine Car Sales 9.00am to 5.00pm Option Audio Sound Comp 1.00pm to 4.00pm Mikes Dyno Challenge 9.00am to 5.00pm Lifestyle 1 Corkscrew 9.30am to 10.30am Roman Autotek Motokana 10.30am to 11.45am Team Extreme Burnout Display’s 12.00 midday to 12.30pm Cocky’s Autopro Go To Whoa 12.45pm to 2.30pm South East Street Machines Cruise Track OPEN 2.35pm to 3.05pm Trident Tyres Burnout Eliminations 3.10pm to 5.00pm Team Extreme Burnout Demos 5.00pm to 5.30pm Side Show Alley 9.00am to 5.30pm DAY THREE Sunday 31st October (Mount Gambier Showgrounds) Gates open to the public 9.00am Eagle 1 Show n Shine 9.30am to 5.00pm Side Show Alley 9.30am to 5.00pm Traders Open 9.30am to 5.00pm Mikes Dyno Challenge 9.30am to 5.00pm Option Audio Sound Comp 1.00pm to 5.00pm Just Cars Magazine Car Sales 9.00am to 5.00pm Lifestyle 1 Corkscrew 9.30am to 10.30am South East Street Machines Cruise Track OPEN 10.35pm to11.00pm Roman Autotek Motokana 11.00am to 1.30am Cocky’s Autopro Go To Whoa Finals 1.30am to 2.30pm South East Street Machines Cruise Track OPEN 2.35pm to 3.05pm Team Extreme Burnout Demos 3.10pm to 3.45pm Trident Tyres Burnout Finals 3.45pm to 5.00pm Team Extreme Burnout Demos 5.00pm to 5.30pm Trophy Presentations 5.45 pm There will be no charge for Tow vehicles but remember that you must go to Scutineering first to attain necessary passes. Only cars with trailers attached with entered vehicle are for free, any other support vehicles will be charged $20.00 a day to park in this area and also must purchase either a weekend or a day pass. The Times Set Above Are Set To Change Without NOTICE: BURNOUT RULES AND REGULATIONS AT THE WEB SITE www.autofest.com.au

It is a shame that our event clashes with another SA show but its like this, we share infrastructure with the Mount Gambier show that is on the weekend before Autofest as well as the Hill Climb thats on the weekend after and with advise from council this is also the best suited date for their event calender as well so because of these reasons we will not be moving dates in the future unless these things change.

Only FIVE More Days To Get Your Entry Before Early Bird Prices END!

EVENT UPDATE: The South Aussie Hotel is the Official party venue for this year’s event, they are planning to close the Street beside the hotel and open it up to the party goers on both Friday and Saturday evenings, great food, great music and of course the Jack Girls will be there with giveaways etc. More news to come. Horsham Harley Davidson are also combining with us and the Official Metal Mayhem Tour 111 will be part of Autofest in 2010. Saturday the Bikes will be on display and Sunday will be the Ride Day for more info and bookings contact 0353 820220 Mount Gambier Autopro are also having an open day on Friday 29th October from 11.00am till 4.00pm at their store in Commercial Street, meet members of “Team Extreme” Also available will be store specials, a sausage sizzle and giveaways. Selling your car? Display your vehicle in the JUST CARS SALE YARD at this year’s event more info on this is also available at our website. Entries are still open and will be up until 1pm Saturday 30th October. Entry Forms and further info are available at www.autofest.com.au If you have No Registration you must obtain a SA unregistered vehicle Permit Available at: www.sa.gov.au or by phoning 131084 Now in its 32nd year Australia’s longest running Street Machine motoring event, The Mount Gambier Autofest & Show N Shine is back again on. Events will again include, Go To Whoa, Motorkana, Dyno Challenge, the fiercely competitive Burnout Title and of course the static display Show N Shine. New also for 2010 will be an intergraded cruise track within the Showground’s arena. Inside space is limited and a first in best dressed policy applies. For Those Wanting Accommodation Contact: Free Call 1800 087187 Limited Onsite Camping Available Contact 088 7251873 For Details Street Rods, Street Machines, Imports and Kustoms are All Welcome and Catered For. Further information: www.autofest.com.au PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY SOUTH EAST STREET MACHINES

ONLY "THREE" MORE DAYS UNTIL THIS OFFER ENDS! October 30th & 31st 2010 MONEY BACK GUARANTEE For the first time EVER we are offering the FIRST 200 Entrants their Entry Fee Refunded. The Entry Fee of $100 will be returned to the FIRST 200 Entrants by November 12th 2010. To be eligible for this Refund Entrant must agree to all requirements Entrants understand and agree to: Send a recent photo of the car they are entering with the entry form 1. Offer is ONLY OPEN TO THE FIRST 200 ENTRIES BEFORE SEPTEMBER 1st 2. No Refunds to Entrants that do not attend. 3. All Cars MUST have current registration or S.A. event permit 4. Car must be neat in appearance, no patch paint, dents, rust etc 5. All cars must pass event scruttineering( No Paddock Bashers) 6. This entitles entrant ONLY, all others must purchase buddy passes 7. This entry does not include event series T/Shirt 8. Entry fee will be REFUNDED NO LATER THAN November 12th 2010 9. Final acceptance of your entry is at organizers discretion This offer is a one off and is thanks to our series Partner, Valvoline so please support their great products and maybe we can continue this over the upcoming years. If you have No Registration you must obtain a SA unregistered vehicle Permit Available at: www.sa.gov.au or by phoning 131084 Now in its 32nd year Australia’s longest running Street Machine motoring event, The Mount Gambier Autofest & Show N Shine is back again on. Events will again include, Go To Whoa, Motorkana, Dyno Challenge, the fiercely competitive Burnout Title and of course the static display Show N Shine. New also for 2010 will be an intergraded cruise track within the Showground’s arena. Inside space is limited and a first in best dressed policy applies. For Those Wanting Accommodation Contact: Free Call 1800 087187 Limited Onsite Camping Available Contact 088 7251873 For Details Street Rods, Street Machines, Imports and Kustoms are All Welcome and Catered For. Further information: www.autofest.com.au PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY SOUTH EAST STREET MACHINES

Date for this year’s Springnats is the 26th to the 28th November 2010. If you missed last year’s event you surely missed one of the best yet but this year is shaping up to be even better again. New for 2010 will be the newly finished Eagle 1 Show Hall where some of the Australia’s best Street Machines, Hot Rods, Imports and Kustom, s will be on display for all to see. Both Street and Elite Classes will be judged by Owen Webb and his expert team and all catergories are welcomed and catered for. A $5000.00 Cash Prize is up for grabs for the Best Of Springnats and contenders are coming from far and wide with the hope of taking this home with them. Driving Events again are to be held on our HUGH Driving arena that’s surely second to none; many have said nothing comes close to the size of what’s on offer at Shepparton so let the fun times begin. Driving events include, Go to Whoa, The amazing Corkscrew, Motokana, Dyno comp, Street Parade and of coarse everyone’s favourite the all mighty Burnout Comp. For Updates check out www.autofest.com Another all new Feature will the JUST CARS SALE YARD at all Autofest Events including Springnats. Selling your car? Display your vehicle in the JUST CARS SALE YARD at this year’s VALVOLINE Autofest Series! This is a unique opportunity to display your vehicle with Australia’s largest selling car magazine. Display your car in the designated area and receive a FREE listing online at www.justcars.com.au and in JUST CARS Magazine. The guys from JUST CARS will be on hand to take the photo for you if you don’t have one and can also help with your ad! The best vehicle for sale displayed over the weekend judged by the JUST CARS team will be awarded a COVER SHOOT in an upcoming edition of JUST CARS! So whether you want to BUY, SELL or DREAM, be sure to check out JUST CARS SALE YARD at ALL the Autofest series venues! Dates and Venues: Mount Gambier Showground’s, Mount Gambier SA October 30th and 31st 2010, Shepparton Showground’s, Shepparton Vic, November 26th to 28th 2010, Murray Bridge SA Sturt Reserve, Australia Day Weekend 2011 Corowa Airport, Corowa Aeropark Dragway NSW Feb 26th and 27th 2011. The Springnats Team again look forward in given you one of the best motoring experiences ever!

Date for this year’s Springnats is the 26th to the 28th November 2010. If you missed last year’s event you surely missed one of the best yet but this year is shaping up to be even better again. New for 2010 will be the newly finished Eagle 1 Show Hall where some of the Australia’s best Street Machines, Hot Rods, Imports and Kustom, s will be on display for all to see. Both Street and Elite Classes will be judged by Owen Webb and his expert team and all catergories are welcomed and catered for. A $5000.00 Cash Prize is up for grabs for the Best Of Springnats and contenders are coming from far and wide with the hope of taking this home with them. Driving Events again are to be held on our HUGH Driving arena that’s surely second to none; many have said nothing comes close to the size of what’s on offer at Shepparton so let the fun times begin. Driving events include, Go to Whoa, The amazing Corkscrew, Motokana, Dyno comp, Street Parade and of coarse everyone’s favourite the all mighty Burnout Comp. For Updates check out www.autofest.com Another all new Feature will the JUST CARS SALE YARD at all Autofest Events including Springnats. Selling your car? Display your vehicle in the JUST CARS SALE YARD at this year’s VALVOLINE Autofest Series! This is a unique opportunity to display your vehicle with Australia’s largest selling car magazine. Display your car in the designated area and receive a FREE listing online at www.justcars.com.au and in JUST CARS Magazine. The guys from JUST CARS will be on hand to take the photo for you if you don’t have one and can also help with your ad! The best vehicle for sale displayed over the weekend judged by the JUST CARS team will be awarded a COVER SHOOT in an upcoming edition of JUST CARS! So whether you want to BUY, SELL or DREAM, be sure to check out JUST CARS SALE YARD at ALL the Autofest series venues! Dates and Venues: Mount Gambier Showground’s, Mount Gambier SA October 30th and 31st 2010, Shepparton Showground’s, Shepparton Vic, November 26th to 28th 2010, Murray Bridge SA Sturt Reserve, Australia Day Weekend 2011 Corowa Airport, Corowa Aeropark Dragway NSW Feb 26th and 27th 2011. The Springnats Team again look forward in given you one of the best motoring experiences ever!

Mount Gambier Autofest Update! Only “THREE WEEKS “ left until our Money Back Guarantee Offer Ends on September 1st, so if you want FREE ENTRY to be part the SKIDFEST or the SHOW N SHINE why not save yourselves some bucks and Enter Now. All Street Machines, Street Rods, Imports, Kustoms and Restored / Authentic are Welcomed and Catered For! For Entry Forms and further info go to www.autofest.com.au

Corowa Autofest Drag Racing Rules and Format So you want to go drag racing? Read on for all the info on what you can expect and what you will need to do come race day. At The Gate First stop is the front gate which opens at 4.00pm Friday 26th Feb or 8.30am Saturday 27th Feb. Here you will need to show your receipt if pre entered or pay a late entry fee ($150 to race or $100 for Show N Shine Only) also collect this drivers briefing and Rules. You are allowed one tow vehicle and trailer. If you have family or friends with you they must park in the general admission area. In the Pits Once in the pit area, follow the directions of the attendants to your allocated spot. The pits may fill quickly so get your self set up by unloading your vehicle and taking your trailer to the designated trailer parking area. For your safety and the safety of other please abide by the following rules: • One tow vehicle per entrant. All other vehicles are to park in the general admission area. • Do not exceed the speed limit of 20km. Other racers and fans will be walking around the pit area. • No alcohol. The consumption of alcohol is strictly forbidden. • Be respectful and courteous to your fellow competitors, volunteers and fans. Scrutineering Here your vehicle will be checked to make sure it complies with the various safety regulations. Drag Racing Classes - 1. V8 - naturally aspirated and Forced induction 2. 6 cylinders- naturally aspirated and Forced induction 3. 4 and Rotor. - Naturally aspirated and Forced induction 4. Outlaw- For any street registered car that is too radical to fit within class rule requirements. Racing will be run on a Quick4 format with all racers to receive a minimum of 4 runs each per Class. On Sunday afternoon. There will be the Finals which will be decided by finding the quickest 2 entrants of each class to face off for the win and runner-up. RULES- 1. All competing vehicles are to have current registration. 2. All vehicles must be of a satisfactory appearance 3. Instant disqualification from round if fluids dropped onto racing surface. 4. Helmet, long sleeved top and long pants required with fully enclosed foot wear. 5. Current drivers License. 6. Stewards decision is Final! 7. No excessive static burnouts 8. Where Slicks used on rear front tyres must be of conventional type. (no radials) 9. Brakes, Safety Belts, tyres, lighting etc must all be in good condition. 10. Where vehicle equipped with nitrous oxide a yellow 3 inch square must be displayed on top of front windscreen on driver’s side. 11. No excessive signwriting allowed. 12. No passengers permitted. (Driver only) 13. Street equipment must be operational, eg lights, indicators etc. 14. All vehicles running in Drag Racing to display Sponsor Sticker to be entitled for awards! 15. Where a driver displays unsafe conduct he/she will be disqualified from event! ALLOWANCES- 1. Open pipes permitted 2. Slicks permitted with an absolute maximum of 28" high and 10" Width. 3. 20 second rule applies from time competitor stages until other lane must be staged. 4. Vehicles are permitted to race with no roll cage providing car does NOT break 6.99 secs over the measured 1/8 mile. 5. NO Qualifying will take place; racing is Heads Up with the TWO Quickest Runs within each class shooting out for First and Runner Placings 6. Minimum of 4 cars per class needed or there will be no awards for that class. 7. Fastest 2 cars to make the finals of each class, vehicles need to be ready for back to back racing! If You Have a Full Competition Vehicle you WILL be eligible for competition! If 4 or more Competition vehicles enter then awards will be made and sent to the winner and runner up of that class. Below are tables outlining* the requirements for each race vehicle based on elapsed time over the 1/8 mile. (If you have raced over the 1/4 mile, divide your ET by 1.58 to give you an approximate 1/8 mile time. E.g. 12.00 1/4 = 7.59 1/8). 1/8-MILE TO 1/4-MILE CONVERSION TABLE 1/8-mile ET 1/4-mile ET 1/8-mile ET 1/4-mile ET 1/8-mile ET 1/4-mile ET 1/8-mile ET 1/4-mile ET 5 7.80 6.8 10.61 8.55 13.34 10.3 16.07 5.05 7.88 6.85 10.69 8.6 13.42 10.35 16.15 5.1 7.96 6.9 10.76 8.65 13.49 10.4 16.22 5.15 8.03 6.95 10.84 8.7 13.57 10.45 16.30 5.2 8.11 7 10.92 8.75 13.65 10.5 16.38 5.25 8.19 7.05 11.00 8.8 13.73 10.55 16.46 5.3 8.27 7.1 11.08 8.85 13.81 10.6 16.54 5.35 8.35 7.15 11.15 8.9 13.88 10.65 16.61 5.4 8.42 7.2 11.23 8.95 13.96 10.7 16.69 5.45 8.50 7.25 11.31 9 14.04 10.75 16.77 5.5 8.58 7.3 11.39 9.05 14.12 10.8 16.85 5.55 8.66 7.35 11.47 9.1 14.20 10.85 16.93 5.6 8.74 7.4 11.54 9.15 14.27 10.9 17.00 5.65 8.81 7.45 11.62 9.2 14.35 10.95 17.08 5.7 8.89 7.5 11.70 9.25 14.43 11 17.16 5.75 8.97 7.55 11.78 9.3 14.51 11.05 17.24 5.8 9.05 7.6 11.86 9.35 14.59 11.1 17.32 5.85 9.13 7.65 11.93 9.4 14.66 11.15 17.39 5.9 9.20 7.7 12.01 9.45 14.74 11.2 17.47 5.95 9.28 7.75 12.09 9.5 14.82 11.25 17.55 6 9.36 7.8 12.17 9.55 14.90 11.3 17.63 6.05 9.44 7.85 12.25 9.6 14.98 11.35 17.71 6.1 9.52 7.9 12.32 9.65 15.05 11.4 17.78 6.15 9.59 7.95 12.40 9.7 15.13 11.45 17.86 6.2 9.67 8 12.48 9.75 15.21 11.5 17.94 6.25 9.75 8.05 12.56 9.8 15.29 11.55 18.02 6.3 9.83 8.1 12.64 9.85 15.37 11.6 18.10 6.35 9.91 8.15 12.71 9.9 15.44 11.65 18.17 6.4 9.98 8.2 12.79 9.95 15.52 11.7 18.25 6.45 10.06 8.25 12.87 10 15.60 11.75 18.33 6.5 10.14 8.3 12.95 10.05 15.68 11.8 18.41 6.55 10.22 8.35 13.03 10.1 15.76 11.85 18.49 6.6 10.30 8.4 13.10 10.15 15.83 11.9 18.56 6.65 10.37 8.45 13.18 10.2 15.91 11.95 18.64 6.7 10.45 8.5 13.26 10.25 15.99 12 18.72 6.75 10.53 *Please note that requirements are subject to change as required by Autofest. The requirements listed below may not be absolute and vehicles my require ANDRA inspection. Street: Elapsed time of 7.70 and slower Drivers Seat Standard as minimum Seat Belt Standard lap sash as minimum Hub Caps / Trims Removed Tailshaft Loop Required Helmet Required Wheel Studs Standard as minimum License Day License (as part of entry fee) Tyres, Tyres of same construction front and rear (radial/bias) Protective Clothing Covering, non flammable Roll Bar Not required, except in open vehicles quicker than 8.22 (eighth mile) Roll Cage Not Required Liquid Overflow Required Super Street: Elapsed time of 7.00 to 7.69 Drivers Seat Standard as minimum Seat Belt Four point harness as a minimum Hub Caps / Trims Removed Tailshaft Loop Required Helmet Required Wheel Studs Standard as minimum License Super Street License (may race once without) Tyres, Tyres of same construction front and rear (radial/bias) Protective Clothing Covering, non flammable Roll Bar Not required, except in open vehicles, or in cases where monoque construction of vehicle is modified. May be detachable Roll Cage Not Required Liquid Overflow Required Competition: Elapsed time of 5.81 to 6.99 Competitor must have current tech and comply with all ANDRA regulations. Exhibition: Elapsed time of 5.80 and quicker Solo passes only. Competitor must have current tech and comply with all ANDRA regulations. Drag Racing. Now the fun begins. When the race controller calls your bracket make your way to the dummy grid. Here you will be paired up with your first round opponent and move into the staging lanes. In heads up racing, the idea is to concentrate on your side of the tree, cross the finish line first. Easier said than done. Trophy Time Trophies presentations’ are held at the end of Racing Sunday around 6.00pm Breakages on Track Any competitor that breaks whilst on the track should move to the outside edge of the lane to minimize possible fluid spills on the racing surface. Braking Area / Return Road At all times the vehicle in the left lane has right of way when turning off the track onto the return road (return road is located on the left side of the track). Burnouts No static burnouts allowed. Vehicle is only allowed one burnout across the start line. Drivers Briefing Take this advise sheet as your drivers' briefing, so please take the time to read and understand what’s written if there’s any questions please ask the event director. Licenses All competitors must have a valid Australian Drivers license. Public Relations Release By entering the event you agree to make yourself available for any press or media exposure and approve the use of any video footage or still photos connected with you participation at this event. Tender Vehicles Only vehicles that require a parachute (1/4 mile) will be allowed tender vehicles. Traction Compound / VHT The use of traction compound is NOT ALLOWED. Trailers After unloading, all trailers are to be removed from the pits and placed in the area provided; workshop type trailers require approval from the meeting director for their use in the pits. Vehicle Presentation All the vehicles must be of neat appearance. We reserve the right to refuse entry / participation of any vehicle deemed to be of an unacceptable standard. Crew As you may be aware, insurance has affected many sports / events and drag racing is one of those events. Therefore, no crew members will be allowed on the start line except those crew that are with exhibition vehicles and have signed the indemnity form. All drivers are to follow the instructions of the start line officials. Any queries should be made to the meeting director.