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STARTRAX WORLD OF SHALE 2008

Rounds: Belle Vue, March 24^th - Sheffield, March 30^th - Belle Vue, April 13^th - Sheffield, May 5^th Belle Vue, May 5^th - Belle Vue, May 26^th - Belle Vue, August 25^th - Sheffield, August 31^st

Belle Vue, October 12^th - Sheffield, October 20^th.

Finale: Belle Vue, November 9^th

Points after round two, Sheffield, March 30^th

1	13 Andy Ford	118
2	212 Danny Wainman	108
3	493 Andy Powell	102
4	411 Peter Kaulbarsch	84
5	1 Stuart Smith	79
6	198 Nigel Whalley	76
7	249 Joff Gibson	74
8	91 Tony Smith	68
9	515 Frankie Wainman	53
10	136 Steve Jacklin	36
11	259 Paul Hines	30
12	369 Steve Boyd	28
	502 Ricky Wilson	28
14	462 Scott Davids	27
15	16 Matt Newson	25
	321 Ed Neachell	25
17	225 Mark Clayton	24
18	2 Paul Harrison	21
	152 Neil Scothern	21
	322 James Neachel	21
21	4 Dan Johnson	15
22	76 Lee Smith	12
	257 Timmy Aldridge	12
24	276 Mark Poole	9
25	383 Dave Johnson	8
26	54 Hayley Parkinson	3
	260 Dave Berresford	3
28	265 Rob Bradsell	2

COVENTRY 25TH APRIL

Startrax and 4FS Marketing are pleased to announce the first backers of the F2 Gala Night at Coventry on the 25th April [ 7.15.pm ]

The event is proudly supported by the Swinton Car Project and E.D.S. MOTORPSORT and REDLINE RACING of Brighouse are the first to step forward to become involved in this event.

Startrax are grateful to the above for their support and welcome further enquiries / hospitality enquiries, these can be made in the first instance to Paul Brown on 07971 565059 or paul@4fsmarketing.co.uk - or contact the startrax office.

STARTRAX KIDZ CLUB UPDATE

The Startrax Kidz Club now has 17 members with a number of forms out which will bring the membership to 35 - not bad in 4 weeks since it’s launch!

Membership forms can be picked up from the Sweet Stall / Trackshop at Coventry and Belle Vue / Sheffield.

Kidz Club members of course get their very own pass and FREE membership to Startrax meetings, give out trophies - and the exciting news is they can be mascots for drivers at this years World Final!

There is also a Members End of Season party at Belle Vue on the 9^th November and lot’s more planned later in the year.

Membership is Just £10.00

Don;t forget there are now Startrax Kidz Club mugs and Stickers available from the trackshop or Startrax direct with a £1 saving on mugs to members and 20% discount on stickers.

Members [ 17 ] to date

Master Jack Bowles

Miss Ella Charlton

Master Harry Charlton

Master Elliott Clegg

Master Matthew Fenton

Master Connor Ford

Master Matthew Goring

Master Thoms Hattersley

Master Liam Hodgkinson

Miss Daniella Makinson

Master James Sheard

Miss Olivia Sykes

Master Adam Thorsby

Master Thomas Thorsby

Miss Charlotte Ward

Master Jack Ward

Master Jack White

Help Wanted

I am trying to find a talented mechanic, preferably involved in banger racing, who could help us with the recording of the above television programme in Manchester. Do you know of anyone, or have any ideas as to the best way to find one?

Any help much appreciated.

Rebecca

Rebecca Christensen
Production Manager
Shine North
DD: 0161 233 2103

£1 Race Fee Levy

Dear Driver,

The ORCi, in conjunction with BriSCA, have spent the Winter months addressing and evaluating the increasing legislatory requirements in our sport, both now, and over the coming years. This is particularly important in areas such as Noise and Health & Safety.

These are issues that affect the very continuance of our sport and ORCi / BriSCA promoters have committed a significant amount of money to evaluate and produce policies that will assist in the sports very survival and statutory compliance .

Accredited professional consultants are being engaged to work with promoters in all speciality areas to complete this major task.

As you will imagine, the work carries a significant cost and considerable time input for promoters. This project is designed to ensure racing continues to grow and prosper for drivers as much as promoters.

Given the level of investment required, at a recent meeting of the ORCi it was unanimously agreed that from Saturday 31st May 2008 drivers of all formulae racing at ORCi tracks will be required to pay a nominal ORCi levy of £1 per competitor at each meeting they race in, as a contribution to help fund the project. The Fund was recently originated by financial contributions sourced by promoters. This levy goes direct to the ORCi and is 'ring fenced' for the exclusive use of improving Health and Safety within our sport

We feel confident that drivers will agree that sharing this burden as a sport assists in protecting and benefiting the future for everyone involved.

Hazel Cooke

Chair – Oval Racing Council

ORCi 10th March 2008

FLIGHT OF THE BUMBLE BEE RETURNS TO BRANDON!
In Association with Swinton Car Project

Startrax announced this week that they are to stage BriSCA F2 Stock Car Racing at Coventry this year bringing the UK's biggest formula back to the Brandon shaleway.

Startrax boss Steve Rees struck a deal with Coventry owner Avtar Sandhu, concluded only a couple of weeks ago. Rees explained " It is a great opportunity and a big challenge with a Friday night race date " He went on " Since the date was publicly announced late Thursday F2 drivers have been fast off the mark with already touching 50 booked in for the 72 places. I would like to thank BriSCA F2 promoters and the Board of Control for not only accomodating our application but dealing with it so swiftly"

The event on FRIDAY 25th April starts at 7.15.pm and is also an important World Championship Qualifier, one of only five on shale.

Rees went on " It's a big night for BriSCA F2, it is also expensive to put on and we are hoping that F2 fans rally round and encourage a friend to come along - it's that important for it to be a huge success. Behind the scene 4FS marketings' Paul Brown will be working hard to gain some sponsorship and positive PR. We are delighted to announce that SWINTON CAR PROJECT will once again be supporting us in a big way, for which we are extremely grateful'

The event will be a big team effort, Startrax Race Director Phil Morris has set a 'MyLaps four lap challenge' with plans for a Top F1 driver, complete with car expected to take on the hottest current driver on shale for a true race of Champions'

Heritage Cars provide a unique and different support programme with the cracklin sound of side valves and recogniseable body shells from the 50's and 60's adding rough and tumble and good old fashioned colourful noise and spectacle to Brandon.

2 litre Bangers also feature in the KING OF THE MIDLANDS with something special to be announced next month. Fifty 2 litre Bangers are being accepted with over a dozen booking in the first 48 hours.
The Bangers will be all in and are expected to provide amazing entertainment.

Heritage and F2 driver bookings have been given conditional on their arrival at the stadium well before 6.pm to assist in the smooth running of this huge spectacular which gets underway at 7.15.pm PROMPT.

Race hosts for this fantastic evening will be Bev Greenhalf and Peter Yorke with race direction keeping the show on the road from Phil Morris and Martyn Clarke.

Admission prices are £13 Adults, £10 OAP and £5 Children, Under 5's are FREE Family tickets are £30 for 2 + 2

RACE SPONSORS & TROPHY SPONSORS would be very welcomed, any amount appreciated with anything from programme mentions, trophy presentations to full corporate facilities available.
Contact steve@startrax.info or Paul Brown at 4FS Marketing.

BRAND NEW RANGE OF STOCK CAR & BANGER GOODIES

NOW ON SALE AT STARTRAX

In conjunction with one of the biggest trackshop operators in the UK, Graphics By Dave are working with Startrax developing a fabulous range of stock car and Banger goodies - New BriSCA and Startrax stickers, mugs, coasters, jigsaws - cuddly toys, lunch boxes - all high quality - will be on sale FROM EASTER MONDAY.

The range will be available `on-line' next month as part of the new online 'Startrax E- Shop' and alongside the `Sweet Shop' at Belle Vue and Sheffield on the home straight.

GETTING INTO GEAR - The Final Countdown!

35% MORE F2 Stock Cars than last year together with an already encouraging opening entry of BriSCA F1 Stock Cars including veterans Frankie Wainman Junior, Paul Harrison and top protege at the moment Dan Johnson heading the booking list - BELLE VUE Manchester gets ready to rumble on Easter Monday.

The line up encouragingly include several brand new F1 names debuting.

The F2 cars have become a major favourite and star attraction on the Kirkmanshulme Lane race strip, delivering 30+ grids of cars and awesome non stop action. The Loud and electrifying Ground shaking F1's

alwasy provide amazing entertainment in their `capital' city venue for race fans. Small tarck, Big Cars, Big Grids look set to make the Easter Monday opener a thriller `under lights' at the impressive Belle Vue Raceway.

Easter Monday March 24th from 5.30.pm

STARTRAX SUPPORT MACMILLAN IN 2008

Startrax are working with Macmillan in 2008 as our official nominated charity of the year with a target of raising £15000 for this excellent cause.
The opening fund raising event will take place at Sheffield on March 30th and more details will be announced later in the month.

Major Dutch disappointment

News from Holland and Dutch media last night suggests that, despite a long battle, the end of the road has been reached for the Venray circuit.

The venue has been under threat for several years with promoter Harry Maaesen even planning to relocate the track just yards from the current circuit.

Following weeks of speculation about an indoor venue being built, in recent months a new tarmac raceway on land owned by the Dutch promoter has been constructed.

However, after a protracted legal battle, it is reported that in the courts yesterday it was ruled that there will be no more racing at the Venray circuit despite the hope of at least two events, the site must be cleared by the 11th March and the new development site restored to it's original condition.

There is as yet to be an official statement on the situation although one is anticipated, however the loss of Venray will be a huge blow to Dutch tarmac racing with only Lleystaddt remaining with limited fixtures. It was hugely popular with Dutch race fans and English visitors.

Please note that the above information may not be 100% confirmed at the present time and we will keep you updated on the situation

AUSTRALIAN DRIVERS CONFIRMED FOR WORLD FINAL

First confirmed Ausie driver is Greg (Princess) Churchill
Greg (Princess) Churchill 35 (Aus1) 42 years old married with 3 children 2 girls 1 boy fitter by trade now working as a semi driver for his sponsor Rowdy's car carriers, Greg was a late bloomer into stockcar racing only starting 3 years ago but since has made a name for himself here as a fierce competitor who won't give an inch on the track and gives as good as he gets with the bumper, Greg drives an F2 Stockrod which runs a 6 cyl 4.1litre ford engine, Greg was named rookie of the year in his first season 2005 and followed this up the following season with a 2nd in the Australian title as well a 2nd in the Queensland Title the same year.In 2007/08 season Greg is currently leading the F2 points and is 2nd place on overall points(F1 and F2 race together here for overall points) as well as winning the Australian Title in January. Greg has won near 20 feature races (finals) in his short career and is biting at the bit to get to the UK to race with the best, just a note Greg is getting a bit of name here as the rollover King as he has gone over 4 times already this season In 2007/08 season Greg is currently leading the F2 points and is 2nd place on overall points (F1 and F2 race together here for overall points) as well as winning the Australian Title in January. Greg has won near 20 feature races (finals) in his short career and is biting at the bit to get to the UK to race with the best, just a note Greg is getting a bit of name here as the rollover King as he has gone over 4 times already this season

NEW ZEALANDER'S CONFIRMED FOR 2008 WORLD FINAL

Guy Parker, just back from NEW ZEALAND AND has confirmed the top two Kiwis for the 2008 IPSWICH WORLD FINAL.
The two NZ drivers qualifying for Ipswich are:

PETER BINGSTON FROM PALMERSTON NORTH WHO WON WORLD 240'S CHAMPIONSHIP.

KYLE FRAZER FROM ROTORUA WHO WON THE NEW ZEALAND CHAMPIONSHIP.

There is a posibility of another NZ driver appearing, as yet not confirmed, SCOTTY MIERS

WORLD FINAL STICKER

CLICK ON THE THUMBNAIL FOR FULL SIZE PICTURE
these will be available from May either on line or from the tracks priced just £2 along with a wholenew range of Startrax general merchandise and quality Official Startrax BriSCA World Final Merchandise available only from Startrax accredited sales points

KIDS WELCOME AT STARTRAX

In an exciting initiative designed to encourage younger visitors to stock car racing, Startrax are launching a new initiative in 2008, The Startrax Kidz Club.

Open for Children aged 4 - 14 Membership is £10 [ for administration purposes]

Members will gain FREE admission to all Startrax events [ exc World Final ] You will have your own VIP pass!

Members will receive a birthday card on their birthday

Members can bring mum and dad for just £10 to one meeting of their choice [ max 2 ]

You will also be invited to present a trophy during the season.

Regular e-info on what's happening in Startrax and exciting member competitions.

For more details e-mail steven@startrax.info
DOWNLOAD AND PRINT OUT YOUR APPLICATION FORM

£1 MILLION SHEFFIELD REFURB BEGINS

A & S Leisure, owners of Owlerton Stadium have begun the first phase of the latest refurbishment.

The front straight Panorama Room Grandstand will shortly be extended to provide more capacity and a much bigger restaurant and will extend to the stands on turn four.

Work is also underway on upgrading the Hospitality Boxes on turns 1 & 2.

In excess of £100k is also to be spent on relaying the Greyhound circuit.

In total. in excess of £1m is being invested in this phase with further plans to be announced.

The continual upgrades makes Owlerton one fo the best appointed stadiums in Europe for Greyhound racing and short circuit motorsport.

The 2008 Stock Car Racing season gets underway on Sunday 30th March at 1.30.pm

Swinton Car Project FORESTRY COMMISSION Sponsorship

The Startrax hosted BriSCA F1 Grand National Championship at Belle Vue in October has been kindly supported by the Swinton Car Project and one of it's major backers, The Forestry Commission.

Headed by Dave Woods the project works hard to secure and provide facilities for under priviliged kids to become involved in oval racing and it is currently concentrating at the moment to raise the overall profile of the project and bring oval racing and local communities closer together.

Whilst the project has been around for many years - growing successes within the community have broadened the projects aims.

More info will be released shortly and they will have a new website up and running.

Startrax and Swinton Motor Project develop Community initiative

Startrax are delighted to announce a ground breaking long term association with the SWINTON MOTOR PROJECT based in Greater Manchester.

Headed by Dave Woods, the project has specific aims by introducing youngsters to oval motor racing at a grass roots level and this has been made possible through a number of charitable benefactors and investment in specific projects within the community.

The Swinton Motor Project is enjoying an increasing awareness due to various successes over the last few years of various oval racing initiatives.

These projects have already proven hugely successful in providing activities in the Greater Manchester area which have enabled youngsters to become involved in Oval motorsport.

After several months of discussion, plans have been agreed for the 2008 season that allows a number of objectives to be fulfilled whilst achieving the main criteria of providing an affordable access to oval racing. The interest of high profile organisations through this project we jointly believe can only enhance oval motor sport and provide potential future development opportunities and profile for the sport as well as offering facilities for the local community.

Startrax boss Steve Rees added " Dave has a long background in community activities and has headed this project for a number of years. The ideas that he and I have discussed are long term however will raise the profile of the project, provide an immediate platform for competitors and allows our sport to become a bigger part of the community. Dave has done all the hard work thus far and he himself has exciting plans which we are delighted to dovetail with"

More information will be available at the Autosports International Show in January

GOOD NEWS FOR SHEFFIELD

BriSCA and the Management Board have sanctioned an additional date for SHEFFIELD in 2008 which will take place on Monday 20th October. The event has been popular for the last three years however BriSCA F2 Stock Cars have been re-included as part of the programme.

The event will feature the BriSCA F2 White & Yellow Championship with Tooz action starting at 7.pm. F1 fans have a little longer for travelling with F1's on track at 7.30.pm and the event will, as in 06 and 07 be a WCQR for 2009 which has certainly boosted F1 attendance.

Startrax are to stage an all season White & Yellow Championship which will climax in a GRAND FINAL at Sheffield on the 20th.

BriSCA F2 2008 Driver of the Year

This will take place at Belle Vue in November and negotiations are taking place for the winner to receive a chassis from a top chassis builder - more info to follow

ORCi LICENSE FORMS - Bangers

Startrax will be issuing these this week and they will be available to download shortly. YOU WILL REQUIRE A 2008 LICENSE TO COMPETE at Birmingham on 1st January and Civil War. Pirces have been held at £65 with a DISCOUNT to £55 for licenses applications received before 31st January 2008. Contact the office on 01484 844088 . 07952 050198 if you require a form.

212 Frankie Waiman Testimonial Meeting 18th November 2007 Sheffield

3 Generations of Wainmans

Frankie taking his walk of honour to the applause of the Drivers and Fans

Frankie `Bows out'

Frankie Wainman Senior celebrated a 37 career at Sheffield on the 18th November,
Despite horrendous weather conditions nearly 4000 people braved the elements to be part of what was a magnificent emotional send off to a driver who the sport has taken to it's heart.

The debut of 16 year old Daniel Wainman meant that Sunday saw three generations of the racing family on track at the same time.

Close on 60 F1 drivers supported the event including several from Mainland Europe.
Drivers and fans did not let the dreadful conditions spoil the party and during a tear jerking afternoon and evening many presentations and goodwill messages were made to Frank.

BriSCA would like to thank Frank Wainman for a distinguished 37 year racing career
and his constructive input and participation in the sports ongoing development and hopes he remains a major part of the sport for years to come!

NEXT EVENT COMING UP

BriSCA/ BSCDA and the Management Board have tamed up to organise a unique end of season F1 spectacular to be held at Birmingham Wheels Raceway on Saturday 1st December a 5.30.pm.

The more support everyone gives this event, the more the sport gains for future development.
All proceeds from the event go into a new and exciting fund to be used exclusively to develop the sport in the future in innovative ways.

Already the majority of the sports top stars have pledged their support and more details will follow.

Join us on Saturday December 1st at Birmingham Wheels for saturday night thuner and a final Winter farewell to BriSCA F1 Stock Car Racing - and all for a great cause.

Photographs supplied by Colin Casserley
http://www.stoxphotos.com/

2008 WORLD SERIES

Discussions are advancing with regard the BriSCA Formula One Stock Car 2008 WORLD FINAL WEEKEND at Ipswich on Saturday 20th September with the preview party at Skegness on Friday the 19th September.
Startrax are working in closely with the BSCDA in planning an exciting event which, hopefully will feature some Sky TV coverage - Channel M [Bike Show] presenter Natalie Quirk is being invited to front the presentation.
Fuller details will be announced about the WORLD SERIES and WF Finale at the NEC - Tickets will be available at the NEC.
Scottish ace Gordon Moodie will be attending Startrax World Series events with a detremination to qualify for the BriSCA F1 Big One at Foxhall on the 20th September 08!

STOXSCENE
After the massive success of the first edition of Stoxscene, the second edition is now available for purchase at most tracks, check out the startrax forum to find out where we are selling at. Stoxscene website is being constructed and we hope it will be online soon, we are hoping to offer online subscription form and payment method so you can get your copies sent direct to your door

SPONSORS WANTED
Sponsors are once again appealed for with any money generated guaranteed to be added to the prize pot, two great stadiums, excellent facilities, please contact us whether it is for programme advertising or race/ meeting sponsorship – it’s not as expensive as you may think!

CAR PRESENTATION & SCRUTINEERING!
We will be introducing incentives for you this year to encourage better preparation and appearance of cars which makes for a better spectacle for the public and shows we all have some pride. On scrutineering issues or advice, we are always happy to help, best person to speak to is Phil Morris after 5.pm on 07760 177265 if you have any technical queries.

PLEASE NOTE NEW OFFICE Number

01484 844088