MOTORSPORTS RACING NEWS- A1GP
NEWS FROM THE WORLD CUP OF MOTORSPORTS- A1GP
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It's an entirely new concept in motor racing:
A1GP pits nation against nation in the 'World Cup of Motorsport'
A level playing field:
Drivers from 22 nations compete as equals without financial or technological advantage
Inclusive not exclusive:
Despite its glamorous profile, A1GP is both accessible and affordable to everyone
Speed and glamour combined:
A1GP offers a series of fast, adrenaline fuelled weekends set in sensational locations across the world
High speed action at every turn:
Tight, twisty street circuits and world-famous venues guarantee excitement
A wider audience:
In addition to the traditional motorsport fan base, A1GP attracts a new audience passionate about their country and heritage
Interaction with teams & drivers:
Over three days of on-track action A1GP builds a close affinity between fans, teams and drivers
A new medium for national & international brands:
A1GP offers a unique opportunity for brand exposure on a global scale
THE CAR:
The chassis is based on the design of the highly successful F2004 chassis, powered by a 4.5-litre V8 Ferrari engine producing in the region of 600 bhp.
Each car is equipped with a unique PowerBoost system, a mechanism to provide short bursts of increased power to create additional overtaking opportunities and action throughout the race, and is driver-activated by a button mounted on the steering wheel. The driver will be able to use this for a predetermined period during the Sprint and Feature races.
Monday, May 12, 2008
A1GP World Cup of Motorsport has revealed the first image of its brand new "Powered by Ferrari" car for use in season four (2008/09) and beyond.
THE 2009- 2010 A1GP SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
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FINAL SEASON STANDINGS AFTER MAY 3, 2009 BRANDS HATCH, GREAT BRITAIN RACES:
POS NATION POINTS
1 Ireland 112
2 Switzerland 95
3 Portugal 92
4 Netherlands 75
5 France 47
6 Malaysia 43
7 New Zealand 36
8 Australia 36
9 Monaco 35
10 Great Britain 28
11 USA 24
12 India 19
13 Mexico 19
14 South Africa 19
15 Brazil 18
16 Italy 17
17 Lebanon 8
18 China 7
19 Korea 4
20 Indonesia 3
21 Germany 2
- Canada 0
- Pakistan 0
Worst number of points from an event,
dropped from the final points' standings.
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SOUTH AFRICA
FEBRUARY 28, 2010
AUSTRALIA
GOLD COAST - OCTOBER 25, 2009
EVENT #1 / 2009 - 2010 SEASON OPENER
A1GP GOLD COAST HOLDS LAUNCH PARTY
Thursday, July 23, 2009Queensland Premier Anna Bligh said for the 19th year in a row the world's motorsport spotlight would shine on the Gold Coast event - making it one of the longest-running and most successful of its kind in the world.
"The Gold Coast has become a permanent fixture on the international motorsport circuit and the festival has been entertaining locals and visitors alike for nearly two decades," said Ms Bligh. "And this year is expected to be bigger and better with the sleek, Ferrari powered A1GPs mixing it with the pure muscle and brute force of our home-grown V8 Supercars."
A1GP Chairman, Tony Teixeira, explained just what this meant to the series: "I am still pinching myself that we have managed to do a deal to bring our A1GP Powered by Ferrari cars to such an iconic event. The Nitro SuperGP is one of the most eagerly awaited events in A1GP history and I know the reputation of this event worldwide is incredible.
"I cannot count the number of people who have told me that I shall be blown away by the superb organisation, the loyal fans, the great racing and the knowledgeable media. I don't doubt any of these claims."
PRE SEASON TESTING AT QUEENSLAND RACEWAY
A1GP pre season testing is confirmed as Surfers Paradise celebrates the 50 day countdown to the SuperGP and unveils its new naming rights sponsor for 2009, Nikon.A1GP teams will get to shakedown their cars ahead of the 2009/10 season at Queensland Raceway on Monday, 19 October. A one day test for all teams will take place at the 3.12 kilometre circuit located near Ipswich in Queensland, Australia.
The test will be the first time new generation A1GP cars powered by 4.5 litre V8 Ferrari engines have driven on Australian soil and will be the start of the build up to the racing action at Surfers Paradise later that week.
A1GP GOLD COAST CANCELLED, SERIES FUTURE IN DOUBT
A1GP STATEMENTSaturday, October 17, 2009
A1GP World Cup of Motorsport has been forced to withdraw from participation in the Nikon SuperGP on Australia's Gold Coast on the 22-25 October in what was due to be the series' first race of Season Five.
The series found itself in a race against time to make the deadline for when its cars would have to leave the UK to be on track in Surfers Paradise next Thursday. The series organisers never doubted this was possible, but today have been forced to accept this now cannot happen. This decision was announced by A1GP Chairman, Tony Teixeira, who wanted to address everyone involved in the event.
"I want to personally apologise to the people affected by this regrettable but unavoidable decision," said Teixeira.
"The Queensland Government, Gold Coast Motor Events Co, the management and Chairman of the event have been patient and supportive of us in the past weeks.
"We were proud to be part of what has become one of the world's most iconic motorsport events, and are devastated at the decision we have had to make. We also know the Australian motorsport fans are very protective of this event and had welcomed us with open arms. To them I also apologise and stress that we wanted to put on a show for them that they would never forget."
In view of what has happened A1GP will refund to Gold Coast Motor Events Co the sanction fee paid, and will donate AUS $50,000 to a charity designated by them. Also contractors engaged directly by A1GP who have already incurred expenses on our behalf will be fully reimbursed.
One effect of the UK operating arm of the series going into liquidation in June was that access to the cars and the ability to pay its suppliers has been impeded. What should have been a summer upgrading the machinery in time for the first race of the 2009/10 season has turned into a frustrating time for achieving this. Looking to the future Teixeira said: "We have recently announced 19 teams who were ready to race in Australia. I know they are still committed to racing in our unique series that pits nation versus nation.
"A1GP may be down, but I do not accept we are out. We have had four exciting seasons that have proved we are a force in the sport and now we shall consolidate on what we have achieved to date. My efforts will be on finding a way forward with the support of some very loyal people."
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