Production Race Series at the First Round of the Summer Series Hampton Downs Picture by Dave Goodwin

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1 November 2017 Production Race Series at the First Round of the Summer Series Hampton Downs Picture by Dave Goodwin P O Box 27063, Mt Roskill, Auckland, New Zealand 1440 Phone: (09) Facsimile: (09) Auckland Car Club s Monthly Magazine Race, Rally, Clubsport and more

2 PRESIDENT S LETTER It has been a while since I put a spiel together for the newsletter and there is much to tell. We have had two successful race meetings of the Auckland car Club Summer series the first in September at Hampton Downs and the second in October at Pukekohe. Both Meetings were well attended, averaging around 90 competitors. At the first round we had the Rotary Racing Enthusiasts (RRE) for their first run with Auckland Car Club and we welcome them aboard. Due to a tight schedule for the day they combined with the Racing Saloon class and a very reasonable size grid was the result. We have our next round back at Pukekohe on the 9 th of December and with all of the classes confirming their attendance for this one it should be a very reasonable turn out. Please remember entry into our events as a spectator is free so please come along and enjoy the day. The last weekend in January (Anniversary weekend - 27 th and 28 th ) we have our first foray to Taupo, which we haven t done for many years, and although our format isn t finalised it looks like we will be doing races Saturday and Sunday along with some dual and multi car Sprints. The Club needs your support to make Taupo a successful event and if you are able to enter a car it would be appreciated. The Club has added this to the season s calendar as a result of the survey that was sent out last year in which a majority of you wanted us to provide Taupo. We have started our preparations for the next far north Rally and are working hard to make it bigger and better than the first one and are confident in doing so. Entries for this event we have decided to do paper and online to suit all entrants as some didn t like the online system. The Rally winners over all for the previous Far North Rally event in June were Lee Robson (driver) and Glenn Goldring (co driver) who were awarded the John Woolf and Grant Whittaker Trophies respectively and received at our Roll of Honour ceremony. These Trophies were presented to Lee and Glenn by the Woolf family at the Auckland Car Clubrooms. Another award was presented at the Roll of Honour ceremony and that was the Michael McHugh Trophy and the recipient was young Liam Lawson who won the Formula 1600 series here and came second in the Formula 4 series in Australia. A well-deserved trophy for a young fellow that may possibly be our next big international achiever. This brings me to the Roll of Honour ceremony itself. I have to say this was a fantastic day and very enjoyable. It was very humbling to address a crowd that consisted of such achieved motorsport names and personalities with the formal part of the day finishing in a question and answer session with Jim Richards, Ross Stone and Jim Palmer. The end result is another 20 names have now been added to the Roll of Honour Board which is located at the Clubrooms for all to see. I offer many thanks to Kevin Lancaster for his role as our MC and to the people that turned out for the event, which I believe to be in excess of one hundred. Lastly we have finished construction of the new office at the rear of the clubrooms and a sliding door has been installed in front of the old roller door (which has been retained for security). Chris Watson along with Tim Hill from the Historic Racing Club (HRC) have now moved in and operate from the Auckland Club rooms in Stoddard Road, Mt Roskill. Well that s it from me for now and hope to see many of you out at Pukekohe in December. Brett Davy

3 A BLAST FROM THE PAST Jim Palmer was one of New Zealand s most successful drivers during the height of open wheeler racing in New Zealand. In the 1960s Palmer raced Formula Junior; he raced in the highly competitive Tasman Series and won four Gold Star championships. Palmer started racing when he was 15, his first car was a Butler E93 with a Ford engine which he got for 500 pounds, he started racing in some local hill climbs, sprints and the odd club event. Palmer s interest in cars, like most, came from his father, George Palmer. In early 1962 Palmer enjoyed his first win at Waimate. A year later he had won the same event for the second consecutive time, then backed this up with further wins at Renwick and Mt Maunganui. Palmer s performances saw him win his first Gold Star championship. He won the 1963/64 title then won another three, in doing so becoming the first New Zealander to win three Gold Star titles in a row. During this time, he was also competing in the renowned Tasman Series. He enjoyed two New Zealand Grand Prix podiums and was rarely outside the top five, competing against Australians like Frank Matich and legends of Formula One like Jackie Stewart and Jim Clark, Palmer was establishing himself as one of New Zealand s great drivers. The picture below is Jim Palmer receiving 3 rd place in the Lady Wigram Trophy Race in 1965 along with Jim Clark and Bruce McLaren. Pictures courtesy of Auckland Car Club, content info from speedcafe and members of Auckland Car Club.

4 SOMETHING NEW BMW Motorsport has finally revealed that they have indeed been working on a new M series and it s a mix of old and new. BMW has been working hard on integrating technology and performance to hopefully create a car that rivals the new Mercedes hyper car called Project One that was unveiled in September along with BMW when they formally unveiled their new BMW M8 GTE at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA). The V8 engine with BMW Twin Power Turbo Technology, which is restricted by regulations to a capacity of 4.0 litres, has a nominal base output of more than 500 hp, depending on the classification. The cylinder block and cylinder head are taken from the production engine and the focus of the development work is on achieving the greatest possible efficiency. BMW says that virtual development plays a central role in the development of the BMW M8 GTE. For example, the traction control is being developed with the assistance of an artificial intelligence system. Topology optimisation with 3D printing gives the engineers far greater freedom in their search for innovative and creative solutions for the design of the car. Rapid prototyping also allows them to take delivery of a new part, as a usable prototype, just 24 hours after the virtual development pretty high tech stuff really. It s scheduled to make its race debut at the Daytona 24hr race in January The concept for the new Mercedes Project One Supercar

5 REMEMBERING ANDREW MITCHEL Andrew Mitchel 19 November August 2017 On 22 nd of August we sadly lost a member of Production Race Series and Rotary Racing Enthusiasts rather suddenly. To honour Andrew and his family, Auckland Car Club had a lap of remembrance at Hampton Downs at Round 1. We also had a minute s silence during drivers briefing with his wife and family members that attended the round. These are some of the trophies that Andrew had won so far this year.

6 VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME There's a spot for you to learn more about the sport you love, and take your turn with those who put in their time to help you go racing. Contact secretary@aucklandcarclub.co.nz for more information. NEWS FROM ROUND 1 OF THE SUMMER SERIES Production Muscle Round 1 Mike Oldham, winner of the Ian Bean Memorial Trophy presented at Round 1

7 PRODUCTION RACE SERIES ROUND 1 We had a good race day despite the weather not being the best, we had a 35 car grid with a few awesome prizes from sponsors such as Motul and Race Brakes to name a few.. We had driver of the day which was awarded to Dion Clerke. Dion Clerke, Winner of the Driver of the day Round 1 Group A Points Group B Points Graham Ball 130 Treva Smith 118 Mark Grover 115 Darron Curphey 114 Gerald Fava 99 Des Redgwell 93 Steve Elliot 97 Steven Vodanovich 93 Anothony Munns 91 Eddie Dreaneen 82 Peter Vodanovich 90 Raymond Dufton 81 Scott Beaumont 87 Nigel Nichols 70 Michael Cozens 84 Colin Jones 60 Rob Wolff 84 Michael Kitching 53 Marcus Heke 78 Alan Greig 47 Samuel Carpenter 57 Randal Liupuhi 36 Graham McDonald 56 Phil Hall 28 John Mulrennan 51 Marco Holtrigter 23 Tony Balwind 28 Aaron Wharerau Neville Carpenter 21

8 CLUB INFORMATION 44 Stoddard Road, Mt Roskill, Auckland Licensed Bar, Lounge, Large Screen TV Regular Club Night The club rooms are open every Thursday night from 7:30pm until 10:30pm. License examiners are usually available to assist new Members with license exams. Several members of the Executive Committee are usually available to discuss any issues or provide assistance. Club Rooms Hire Rates The Members Lounge is available for hire for special events such as birthday or anniversary parties, meetings, bingo/housie, quiz nights, training courses, etc. The Members Lounge has a fully equipped bar and a small food preparation and serving area. Special hire rates are available for Club Members. Commercial organisations and community groups receive discounts for multiple events or long-term commitments. Please direct enquiries to Steve Morris clubrooms@aucklandcarclub.org.nz 2017/18 RACE SEASON - UPDATED Round 3 Saturday 09 December 2017 Pukekohe Round 4 Sat/Sun 27/28 January 2018 Taupo Round 5 Sunday 11 February 2018 Hampton Downs Round 6 Sunday 04 March 2018 Pukekohe Round 7 Saturday 07 April 2018 Hampton Downs YOUR STORIES YOUR NEWSLETTER The Auckland Car Club newsletter is about members for members. We want to share your news and talk about the stories that matter. Send your news, 150 words or thereabouts and photographs to clubnews@aucklandcarclub.org.nz. Deadline for publication is the 20 th of the month.

9 2016/17 AUCKLAND CAR CLUB PRIZE GIVING The Club s annual prizegiving ceremony was held on Saturday 5 August The following is a list of the winners. Main Trophies Denny Hulme Trophy - for achievement. Bruce McLaren Trophy- for endeavour. Horace Robinson Trophy - best racing volunteer helper. John Windelburn Trophy-volunteer president's choice. Michael McHugh Trophy- rookie/national. Exide Trophy- Auckland Car Club Driver Top Points. Victoria Trophy - Best up an comer effort for A.C.C race season. Race Class Trophies: Richard Moore Shane Van Gisbergen Caitlin Chubb Aaron Clarke Liam Lawson Brett Thomas Phillip Hall Mainarc Engineering Services Cup A.C.J.S All Classic Japanese Series 1 st Bryce Richards, 2 nd Mark Collier & Steve Curtis, 3 rd Rex Alder Royal George Inn Cup - Production Muscle Cars 1 st Russell Thomas, 2 nd Steve Nixon, 3 rd Jason McGregor Lodge Cup - Northern Muscle Cars 1 st Michael Crawley, 2 nd Dave Campbell, 3 rd Colin Schischka Auckland Car Club Cups - Race Saloons Classes st Phil Schubert, 2 nd Emil Tolich, 3 rd Grant Hannah Brady Engineering Services Cup st Brett Thomas A.C.C Production Race Series Auckland Car Club Cup st Phillip Hall Des Gulland Cup O st Steve Elliott st Aaron Clarke Clubm.an Sports Cars Jensen Motors Cup 1 st Trev Lines, 2 nd Steve Elliott, 3 rd Colin Grant

10 2016/17 AUCKLAND CAR CLUB PRIZE GIVING PICTURES Bryce Richards 1 st Mainarc Engineering Services Cup Russell Thomas 1 st Royal George In Cup Grant Hannah 3 rd Auckland Car Club Cup Steve Elliott 1 st Des Gulland Cup Caitlin Chubb Horace Robinson Rob van Gisbergen accepting for Shane van Gisbergen Bruce McLaren Trophy CLUB ROOMS CHRISTMAS HOURS The Club Rooms will close from 22 December to 24 January for the holiday season. If you need a licence over the holiday season, the last day the Club Rooms will be open will be Thursday 21 December. The Club Rooms will re-open Thursday 25 Janaury. Have a great and safe holiday season! Aaron Clarke John Windelburn Trophy

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12 ROLL OF HONOUR CEDREMONY The Club s Roll of Honour induction ceremony was held on Saturday 28 October. Here is a snippet of those attending. A full report will be included in the next newsletter.

13 EVENTS CALENDAR LOCAL EVENTS Day Date Club What Where Saturday 18 Nov 17 Auckland Car Club Christmas Party Clubrooms Saturday 9 Dec 17 Auckland Car Club Round 3 Summer Series Pukekohe Park Saturday/Sunday 27/28 Jan 18 Auckland Car Club Round 4 Summer Series Taupo Sat/Sun 3-4 Feb 18 Leadfoot Festival, Hahei Coromandel Thursday 15 Feb 18 Auckland Car Club New Members Induction Clubrooms Do you have dates for the diary? We d love to know clubnews@aucklandcarclub.org.nz INTERNATIONAL EVENTS Day Date Club What Where Fri/Sat/Sun Nov 17 WA Sporting Car Club Virgin Australia Supercars Newcastle Fri/Sat/Sun 9-11 March 18 Verizon IndyCar Series Indianapolis US Jan 18 World Rally Championship Monte-Carlo Sunday 27 May 18 Indianapolis 500 Indianapolis US ROUND 1 SPONSOR MOTHERS A big thank you to Mothers Car Care who sponsored Round 1 of the Summer Series, their great range of products can be found at most Auto Stores nationwide or alternatively from products.go have a look! ENTRY FEE INCREASE The Club has held the entry fee steady at $270 since the 2014/15 season. Unfortunately, due mainly to significant price increases for track hire at both Pukekohe and Hampton Downs, the Club has found it necessary to raise the entry fee to $310. The fee increase will be effective from Round 3 9 December 2017 at Pukekohe.

14 CONTACTS LIST President Brett Davy Vice President Mark Sheehan Aaron Clarke Secretary/Treasurer Craig Holmes Membership Ross Henderson Clubsport Martyn Wells Race Steve Melhuish Club Captain Martyn Wells Chief Scrutineer Mark Sheehan Club Rooms Hire Steve Morris Club News Kimberly Wood Mike Dias Ross Henderson Committee Members Martyn Wells Natalie Waite Mark Mallard MotorSport NZ Licence Examiners Ted Jarvis Gavin Ivers Aaron Clarke Peter Borman Note: All calls to the above numbers are to be BEFORE 9:00pm CLUB ON-LINE Web: Facebook: CLUB NEWS ADVERTISING RATES The Club welcomes inquiries from members and sponsors for competitive advertising rates. Single Issue 12 Issues Paid Monthly 12 Issues Paid in Advance Quarter Page $50.00 $37.50 $ Half Page $ $75.00 $ Full Page $ $ $1, Rates include display on the club s website. Contact: clubnews@aucklandcarclub.org.nz

15 AUCKLAND CAR CLUB Inc. P O Box 27063, Mt Roskill, Auckland 1440 Phone (09) Fax (09) APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP I, and (First Names) (First Names) (Surname) (Surname) of (Full Postal Address, Including Postal Code) hereby apply to become member(s) of the Auckland Car Club Inc. If elected to membership, I/we will adhere to the Rules of the Club. I consent to the Club retaining my details for membership purposes and disclosure to MotorSport New Zealand. I acknowledge my right to access and correction of this information. Phone Number Residence Phone Number Mobile (Signature) Phone Number Business Address (Signature) Date of Occupation Birth Make and Model of Car Please indicate if you or one of your family or team is willing to help at events in one of these roles: Flag Marshall Documentation Scrutineering Hot Laps Promotion Other Other car clubs of which you are a member (if any) Regular membership, single, including $20.00 Joining Fee $ Senior membership (over 65 years of age), single, including $20.00 Joining Fee $70.00 Family membership (incl. spouse/partner) (add) $20.00 Youth (Under 20)/student membership, including $20.00 Joining Fee $70.00 In anticipation of my application being accepted, I enclose the sum of $ Date Fees include 15% Goods and Services Tax. Membership valid through to 31 March Meeting Date Date Approved Membership Card Number Direct credits to account accepted. Please include your name in payment reference. If paying by credit card VISA MASTERCARD Name of Cardholder Signature * Expiry / * Please include Card Security Code. This is the 3 digit number appearing on the back of your credit card.

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