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    Time Attack – Round 3
    Pirelli European Drift Championship – Round 3
    Modified Live Summer Special
    Brands Hatch – 27th June 2010

    Round three of Time Attack takes place this Sunday, when this hugely popular form of motorsport pays its annual visit to Brands Hatch. Addition to the spectacular track action, the day also features a round of the Pirelli European Drift Championship and the Modified Live Show – plus a host of other attractions and demonstrations planned during the day.

    Utilising the ‘Indy’ circuit, Time Attack’s visit to Brands Hatch last year proved highly successful, with good weather and large crowds that were treated to an exciting day of motorsport. And, with the forecast promising another dry and sunny weekend, organisers are confident that this year’s event will prove to be even more popular.

    Both Time Attack and the Pirelli European Drift Championship have only seen one winner so far this season: Gareth Lloyd scoring outright wins in rounds one and two of Time Attack at Oulton Park and Knockhill, with Mark Luney doing similar in the EDC. They therefore not only go to Brands Hatch as clear championship leaders, but with targets on their backs – a scenario that is guaranteed to generate some serious competition.

    After the gates open at 9.30, the action starts at 10.00 with practice for the Drift cars on the left-hander of Surtees, followed by the right-hander of Clearways. The Time Attack warm-up sessions for the Club Challenge, Club Pro and Pro Classes get underway half-hour later, with the 900bhp+ cars in the Pro-Class expected to lap at speeds far exceeding those of the Touring Cars.

    Part one of the Drift Championship takes place at midday, which is immediately followed by Time Attack practice and qualifying sessions. Part two of the Drifting take place at 16.00, with the Time Attack finals held from 16.50 onwards.

    In-between times, there are series of on-track demonstrations, the most impressive of which is destined to be the appearance of the two awesome Sumo Power GT team’s Nissan GT-Rs, which are competing in this year’s FIA GT1 World Championship. These 600bhp Super-cars will be driven by two of the team’s four drivers: Warren Hughes and Jamie Campbell-Walter, with demonstration laps scheduled to take place at 11.30 and 15.30.

    There will also be a great deal to see ‘off-track’, with the Modified Live Summer Special show attracting a variety of exhibitors from all over the country. These include: tuning companies, component manufacturers, accessory and parts retailers, car clubs and static displays featuring some exceptional cars. There are even big-screen TVs located in bars and restaurants around the circuit for those who want to watch the footie!

    Admission tickets are available on the gate, priced at £20.00 per adult.
    For more information visit:
    www.timeattack.co.uk
    www.europeandriftchampionship.eu
    www.modifiedlive.co.uk

    Time Attack is sponsored by: Sumo Power, Kleers, Pirelli, Cosworth, K-Sport, SuperPro, Toyo Tires, BC Suspension, Speedhunters.com, HKS, HEL Performance, Samco Sport, Blitz and Santa Pod Raceway.

    2010 Time Attack Calendar
    24 April: Oulton Park
    16 May: Knockhill
    27 June: Brands Hatch
    1 August: Cadwell Park
    10 October: Snetterton

  • Alcar Present League Retro Star Rim. Star Quality!

    In case you hadn’t noticed, Old is suddenly the new ‘New’. Ever one to be ahead of the curve, the latest League wheel design mixes authentic Retro good looks with modern-day dynamics.

    Although thankfully, we haven’t regressed to the crazy fashions of the 70s and 80s, a lot of the wheel designs of that era have suddenly become very cool again. Looking like it’s stepped straight off the pages of a classic issue of ‘Custom Car’ or ‘Street Machine’, the Retro Star exudes the kind of period charm that usually requires several days of Ebay trawling and then a huge refurbishment bill to achieve.

    Available in the ever popular 4 x 100 PCD, and in 7 x 15” fitment, expect the Retro Star to be the wheel of choice on many VAG, Vauxhall, Honda and 4 Stud BMW projects. Why not try a set on the new Mini for the ultimate mix of old and new?

    Thanks to Alcar’s stringent quality control procedures and cutting edge manufacturing techniques, the wheel surpasses all modern type approval criteria, something that no genuine classic rim could ever hope to achieve. So, if you’re after yesterday’s looks with tomorrows technology, today.. it’s the perfect rim for you. Even the price is Retro at just £82 + VAT each.

    For more details of the League Alloy Wheels range, or Alcar’s extensive portfolio of wheel designs, please click to www.alcar.co.uk or call 01622 713800

  • Dotz Launch New ‘Exile’ Alloy Wheel

    The latest wheel design from Dotz should tick all of the boxes for the burgeoning OEM+ crowd. Its stunning design, deeply sculpted centre bowl and perfectly proportioned spokes provide a fresh new take on the classic ‘Y’ spoke genre.

    Thanks to a beautifully understated design language, the Exile balances OEM styling cues with subtle aggression and an attractive inset lip. Combined with spokes that run to the very edge of the wheel to create the visual illusion of a greater diameter, Exile will look right at home on anything from the VAG. Mercedes or BMW stable, and particularly on core ‘Tuner’ and Japanese cars.

    18”, 19” and 20” sizes are all available in most common  5 stud PCDs, with staggered 8.5 and 9.5 options available in the 18” and 19” for RWD motors, or those looking to create the perfect stance. All come in a flawless ‘Hyperblack’ finish.

    Prices start from £125 + VAT for the 8 x 18”, rising to £161 + VAT for the 8.5” x 20” design.

    For more details of the Dotz alloy wheel range, or Alcar’s extensive portfolio of wheel designs, please click to www.alcar.co.uk or call 01622 713800