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Autosports Australia and Ian Luff Motivation Australia are proud to announce the first of what we think will be the new trend in skidpan days.

Welcome to

Autosports "Ultimate Control" skidpan.

(No#1)

Saturday March 24th

ORAN PARK, SYDNEY

These events aren’t not just a skidpan event; these events are designed ultimately for fun and to challenge your driving ability.

It isn’t up to who has the most horsepower…it isn’t up to the latest breaker… its up to who learns the most and who has the combination of finesse and skill to win and overcome a challenging situation.

The basis of these events was to create a one day “mini Dutton Rally†style event where people with no experience can get in and find out what all the fun others are having at these styles of events is about. At the

same time experienced drivers who want to learn more and maybe get the edge over their competitors.

So if you want to be apart of a motivating and challenging fun filled day of ripping it up on the skidpan, get your name down for one of these events.

You will learn more about driving technique in challenging conditions than you will on a full race track.

So come along and meet a bunch of fellow motoring and motorsport lovers and some new friends. You will have fun in your car like you want to be doing and not just talking about it and I promise go home with a smile on your dial. So get in and have a go…

The days event will be run along the lines of the following;

Format for the day:

Guests arrive 8 am,

sign on and registration (tea, coffee served)

9.00 am

Driver Briefing. Note Drivers that arrive late and miss the safety briefing will not be allowed to participate and will forfeit full payment.

* Drivers divided into groups.

9.30 am

Introductions to driving disciplines individual challenges include:

1.) Clover Leaf

A timed activity that incorporates power slides around the plastic markers. The wet surface will really provide lots of challenges.

2.) Super Slalom

Again competitors run against the stop watch to see who will be Top Gun. Touch a soft plastic cone and a timed penalty will apply.

3.) Autocross

The ultimate driving test where too much power will see you sideways. Smooth is fast and the stop watch will determine who is the best driver.

4.) Drag & Drift

Gas it out of the start box flat out onto the skid pan. Two laps around the wet circle without spinning out. Back through the mini slalom and stop in the garage.

THE FASTEST 3 DRIVERS FROM EACH OF GROUP ENTER THE FINAL ROUND

5.) Khanacross

A combination driving activity where acceleration, braking and change of direction around he plastic markers will see all drivers living on the edge. Any mistakes incur a timed penalty.

So not just bragging rights… there will also be prizes on offer on the day and the Autosports Crew will be on hand as well having fun with you guys. This together with everyone cheering each other along or paying out on each other, outlines how we will bring a new dimension to the fun factor at our Oran Park…

Autosports "Ultimate Control" skidpan Saturdays!

Price of entry to Autosports “Ultimate Control†March 24th = $140.00

The 40 positions are strictly in place and will not be amended or added to.

Your position is confirmed only once your payment is received.

Please follow the instructions for registration on the website. If you need assistance or further instructions, please email Autosports administration at [email protected]

The only clothing condition is that you have closed shoes on, you don’t need a helmet.

Once your payment is made, you can not get a refund but you can transfer to another registered Autosports patron.

ALL payments must be recieved prior to the event.

Given that the other Ultimate Control dates for 2007 are now “all†released (see the calander on the website), we strongly recommend that you confirm your positions for the other events if you are interested… after this first event I can promise that you will want to be at the others!

Names will ONLY be added to this thread once payment is received. Make sure you use your user name as reference

Account Name AUTOSPORTS

Bank ANZ Liverpool

BSB 012-325

ACC 497136965

1. Jake - Elmo OZWRX

2. Seiz - Steve

3. MBS206 - Matt

4. NismoGod - Brendan

5. r32woohoo - Daniel

6. jeffsworld2 - Jeff V

7. Brad - Risking

8. 6. Dave - NYTSKY

9. John - Primordial

10. Damien "Yum"

11. Adrian "Suckie"

12. Chris - evillyweevily dude

13. rb_noob

14. Mickboy

15. Topless

16. Gavc

17. Troy (bluemy03) OZWRX

18. Deven - dev_ios1

19. Andrew - bankstown gemini

20. Marty - the big black uterus

21. Evan (MJKAPC)

22. joneblaze

23. Bao

24. Jason - PHW00A

25. Chris - Chris_R33GTSt

26. Andrew - Andrw Le Lievre

27. 747.GTR - VIA D I F

27. Muzza

28. Otto

29. Symo

30. Drazen - sublibwag

31. Ben Fitzgerald

32. Matt Fitzgerald

33. John Sherman

34. Ben - CAMOTEC

35. Dave - Spears

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im in....who is confirming the money has been transfered? is that u Corinne? dont want to waste the money

I'll let you know when its in there.. Ususally gets checked every couple of days or so..

Just make sure you leave your user name and let me know when you have made the payment. :(

Im with guilt toy, In but cant pay yet ;)

Payment will confirm your spot.. I can still put you down..

Sounds like a good day. Just a heads up though for anyone with broken cars/motors/wallets there will be a motokhana run by the club around August this year that includes a skidpan section - get all the practice you can guys :(

Steve, more info please :(

Corinne - Ive done a few of these styled events with Automotion at OP also

At this stage I'll say no, but later on if there are spots that need to be filled I'll be in.

hmm... would have normally been keen, but car will still be new :( pittyy!

You'll be right.. You won't miss out.. Theres a few more coming up and throughout the year :P




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