All events are double headers. Lydden Hill will be televised

As in past years drivers entering more than one race series at same meeting will get second series at a discount of £125 for a practice plus double header. ie a Subaru Cup car could run in the Nippon at reduced costs an Mr2 Mk1 could run in the Nippon at reduced cost where logistics allow.

Why pay to test when you can race cheaper? Allcomers races are ideal to get cheap track time and get some practice before the main event also £125 per double header to drivers running at same meeting in another event..

As in past years drivers entering more than one race series at same meeting will get second series at a discount of £125 for a practice plus double header. ie a Subaru Cup car could run in the Nippon at reduced costs an Mr2 Mk1 could run in the Nippon at reduced cost where logistics allow.

Respected tuners Roger Clark Motorsport look set to open the doors to their purpose-built premises in the summer of 2010.

The 10,000 square foot unit has been stripped to a bare shell, before RCM commissioned a radical re-fit that promises to offer new levels of service and hospitality in an ambience that should make main-dealer regulars feel right at home.

In addition to a bespoke 1200 bhp Dyno Dynamics cell, engine ‘clean’ room, competition prep bays and 2 – lift workshop on the ground floor, customers can also expect a luxurious waiting and reception area, complete with the all the usual multi-media trappings and free Wi-Fi.

As well as additional offices for the RCM team, the new facility offers over 3,000 square feet of mezzanine parts storage to allow RCM to reinforce their position as the ‘first call’ parts supplier for the global Subaru aftermarket. Outside, there is a secure parking area to house up to 20 cars in camera monitored safety.

On announcing the move to bigger and better things, Sales Director Olly Clark said, ‘It’s a very exciting time for RCM and we’re delighted to be expanding into the new building. Although we’re obviously very attached to our existing premises we’ve really outgrown them now, so it seems only logical to improve facilities for customers and staff. Increasingly, we’re seeing customers drift across with newer and newer cars, so we wanted to give them the kind of facilities that they’re used to at a franchised dealer, like courtesy cars and service collection, but combined with the more technical nature of a specialist. Best of all, we’re still the same, tightly focussed family business that provides a warm welcome and good old fashioned advice and customer service. That part will never change, no matter which building we’re in!’

For more details on the team or the magic they can perform on any Subaru, please visit www.rogerclarkmotorsport.co.uk or call them on 01455 828610.

Respected tuners Roger Clark Motorsport look set to open the doors to their purpose-built premises in the summer of 2010.

The 10,000 square foot unit has been stripped to a bare shell, before RCM commissioned a radical re-fit that promises to offer new levels of service and hospitality in an ambience that should make main-dealer regulars feel right at home.

In addition to a bespoke 1200 bhp Dyno Dynamics cell, engine ‘clean’ room, competition prep bays and 2 – lift workshop on the ground floor, customers can also expect a luxurious waiting and reception area, complete with the all the usual multi-media trappings and free Wi-Fi.

As rolling shop windows go, Roger Clark Motorsport’s original GC8 Subaru Impreza has been something of a success. The ‘Gobstopper’, as it is affectionately known, has not only taken the Leicestershire-based tuner to multiple Time Attack and Ten Of The Best titles, but it has also starred in a multi-platform advertising campaign for sponsors Autoglym, capturing the hearts and minds of petrol heads around the globe in the process. It’s even available as a paint scheme in the popular ‘Forza Motorsport’ game!

Like all true superstars however, Roger’s sons, Matt and Olly Clark have decided to retire the old girl whilst she’s still at the top of her game. Although they’re not ruling out a few ‘demo’ runs at this year’s events, the 2010 season will be the Gobstoppers last official outing, as its replacement is already under construction.

The latest car is to be based on the MY2010 Impreza STi and promises to exploit many of the numerous tricks learned from the evolution of the first car, combined with several new cutting-edge developments that the team have been secretly trialling throughout the winter.

Matt Clark, the technical force behind RCM’s unrivalled success, had mixed feelings about the young upstart. ‘It’s very hard to retire a car that has been so reliable and so successful,’ he noted. ‘But you can’t move forward by standing still. We’ve really reached a pinnacle with the GC8 chassis, and it’s time to see what we can make the latest car do. We’ve already had a 14 month development programme on a road-going version, so that’s highlighted many of the areas we need to address. I love a new challenge and this will really give us something to sink our teeth into.’

With Time Attack achieving true motorsport credibility with its MSA accreditation this year, press, audiences and competitors look set to rise sharply, making the new car the perfect showcase for the team’s talents. ‘That’s a bonus for sure,’ smiles Matt. ‘But the main reason we go racing is to develop new road car products - particularly on the engine side. If we can’t break a 890 bhp 2.0 litre engine, I think it’s safe to say that our customers won’t!’

Follow the progress of the new car at www.rogerclarkmotorsport.co.uk

As rolling shop windows go, Roger Clark Motorsport’s original GC8 Subaru Impreza has been something of a success. The ‘Gobstopper’, as it is affectionately known, has not only taken the Leicestershire-based tuner to multiple Time Attack and Ten Of The Best titles, but it has also starred in a multi-platform advertising campaign for sponsors Autoglym, capturing the hearts and minds of petrol heads around the globe in the process. It’s even available as a paint scheme in the popular ‘Forza Motorsport’ game!

Like all true superstars however, Roger’s sons, Matt and Olly Clark have decided to retire the old girl whilst she’s still at the top of her game. Although they’re not ruling out a few ‘demo’ runs at this year’s events, the 2010 season will be the Gobstoppers last official outing, as its replacement is already under construction.

Santa Pod Raceway, the home of European drag racing has announced its first ‘Saturday Night Special’ (SNS) date for 2010. The 20th of February… and every kind of car and motorbike is invited!

As if drag racing your very own pride and joy wasn’t fun enough, Santa Pod’s SNS events let you race throughout the day, with the track firing up at 9am, and then on into the night, under the high output track lights in the most evocative atmosphere in motorsport. Think night racing is the exclusive reserve of professional Top-Fuellers, Le Mans stars and F1 legends? Think again!

For the usual fee of £10 admission plus your choice of sign-on fee, you’ll get the usual mix of ‘Run What You Brung’ goodness, with the freedom to exploit the ‘Pod’s ultra-grippy quarter-mile and FIA approved timing gear all day long. With the added advantage of passengers over the age of 17 now allowed to ride under race conditions, it’s the perfect day out for car clubs and enthusiasts.

As the light dims however, the action ramps up a gear, with Fireforce, the Pod’s own Jet Funny Car laying down some 270mph display runs and hard-charging racing continuing into the night. Then of course, it’s time to hit the on-site bar, enjoy an evening of free musical entertainment and sink a few beers. With free weekend camping for anyone purchasing a weekend admission ticket (£20 on the gate or just £15 in advance) you can really relax and enjoy yourself – and blow the froth of a couple in the process.

The gates open on Saturday at 8am. Signing on costs £30 per driver for unlimited runs from 9am to 9pm, £25 per driver for unlimited runs from 9am to 4pm, and £10 per driver for unlimited runs from 4pm to 9pm (weather and track conditions permitting). You’ll get full computerised timing slips on each run, measuring your reactions, terminal speed and total quarter mile time. Driving Licences required to run on the strip, but cars running under 110mph on the quarter mile don’t even require the driver to wear a helmet!

As one of life’s ‘must do’ automotive experiences, Drag racing at night rates right up there!. It’s cheap, it’s fun and it’s safe! And best of all you can swap heroic tales in the bar afterwards without worrying about your licence! See you there!

For more information, please visit www.santapod.com or call the team on 01234 782828.

Santa Pod Raceway, the home of European drag racing has announced its first ‘Saturday Night Special’ (SNS) date for 2010. The 20th of February… and every kind of car and motorbike is invited!

As if drag racing your very own pride and joy wasn’t fun enough, Santa Pod’s SNS events let you race throughout the day, with the track firing up at 9am, and then on into the night, under the high output track lights in the most evocative atmosphere in motorsport. Think night racing is the exclusive reserve of professional Top-Fuellers, Le Mans stars and F1 legends? Think again!

Richbrook’s somewhat self-explanatory Dipstick Wiper might just solve a perennial automotive problem. Every single year, literally millions of engines fail due to the wholly avoidable problem of lack of oil. We all know that we should check it, but faffing around looking for a rag to wipe the dipstick is often discouragement enough for us to wait until the oil light comes on to tell us that something’s wrong.

Keeping an oily rag in the car isn’t too pleasant either. Under the bonnet it might get sucked into the air intake or fan, or worse still get hot and catch fire. The best you can hope for is that it gets full of water and slowly rusts through the inner wing..

The Dipstick Wiper, as well as being the source of numerous double-entendres and ‘Only Fools and Horses’ gags around the Richbrook offices, offers a neatly self contained solution to this simple, but vitally important problem.

Simply turn the top to reveal an absorbent foam aperture. Slide the oily dipstick through to fully clean it and then take a clear and accurate reading from the sump. Simple as that. Turn the top to close and any oily residue is kept safely inside, meaning that it can reside anywhere, from your trouser pocket - to your glovebox or toolkit. True ergonomiscists can even use the enclosed 3M adhesive pad to affix the ‘Rodney’ (as he’s known) to a suitable place in the engine bay, meaning that a handy, clean wipe – and possibly a hilarious pun – is always within easy reach.

At £2.95 including VAT, postage and packing from www.richbrook.co.uk, it’s the cheapest way to ensure that your engine is in tip-top order. You’d be a plonker not to, Rodney!

For more information on the Richbrook range of high quality car accessories, please visit www.richbrook.co.uk or call the team on 01328 862387.

Richbrook’s somewhat self-explanatory Dipstick Wiper might just solve a perennial automotive problem. Every single year, literally millions of engines fail due to the wholly avoidable problem of lack of oil. We all know that we should check it, but faffing around looking for a rag to wipe the dipstick is often discouragement enough for us to wait until the oil light comes on to tell us that something’s wrong.

Keeping an oily rag in the car isn’t too pleasant either. Under the bonnet it might get sucked into the air intake or fan, or worse still get hot and catch fire. The best you can hope for is that it gets full of water and slowly rusts through the inner wing.

Those clever chemists at Prolong UK have come up with yet another fab product to keep your car alive for longer. Their latest innovation, Prolong Super Protectant is a uniquely formulated surface care treatment that improves the appearance and extends the life of any rubber, vinyl, plastic or leather surface.

It's unique water-resistant formula means it won't wash off like regular protectants, blocking out the elements for a more durable shine and far longer lasting protection. In independent tests, The Super Protectant formula has been proven to outlast even the best known brands in the World.

Best of all, The 'glossy dash' finish, so loved by second hand car dealers can be selected – or avoided, simply by how much you wipe. The shine can be dialled up or down thanks to its unique chemical formulation. Any interior or exterior surface can be treated to create a long lasting barrier against dirt, ozone and ultraviolet damage. Like all Prolong products, the ultimate protection for your vehicle.

Product Features

Water-Resistant…Outlasts other protectants

Helps guard against Ozone & Ultraviolet damage.

Helps Vinyl, Plastic, Rubber & Leather looking new

Easy to use…No mess applicators

For more information on this, or any Prolong product, please call them Prolong UK on 01628 828473 or click on www.prolong-uk.com

It's unique water-resistant formula means it won't wash off like regular protectants, blocking out the elements for a more durable shine and far longer lasting protection. In independent tests, The Super Protectant formula has been proven to outlast even the best known brands in the World.

Respected German suspension manufacturer Eibach has released its 2010 trade catalogue. At a whopping 250 pages thick, it contains the very latest fitments from the multi-award winning company, including springs, matched dampers, coilover kits, anti roll bars and wheel spacers.

With over 140 new lines introduced since last year’s catalogue, the 2010 range covers practically every popular Tuner, Jap, Euro and American vehicle, as well as numerous MPVs, Crossovers and 4x4s,

As well as a clear and easy to use listing, the brochure is interspersed with fully illustrated fitment and measurement guides to assist in choosing the correct product. Yes, in true Germanic fashion, even the brochure is over-engineered!

Eibach UK have also pledged to hold all 2009 prices for the foreseeable future, making the range an even more attractive proposition for both retailers and end-users alike.

For more information, please visit www.eibach.com or call the team on 01455 285851.

Respected German suspension manufacturer Eibach has released its 2010 trade catalogue. At a whopping 250 pages thick, it contains the very latest fitments from the multi-award winning company, including springs, matched dampers, coilover kits, anti roll bars and wheel spacers.

With over 140 new lines introduced since last year’s catalogue, the 2010 range covers practically every popular Tuner, Jap, Euro and American vehicle, as well as numerous MPVs, Crossovers and 4x4s.

Gateshead based tuner Revolution Motorstore has taken CAT Magazine’s ‘Retailer Of The Year’ Award for 2010. CAT, the industry bible for the aftermarket, holds the awards ceremony each year and gratifyingly for all winners, each award category is voted for solely by members of the general public.

An online voting system allows patrons of the nominated businesses to register one vote for their preferred winner – as well as being able to leave a comment on the quality of service they have received.

On winning the award, Revolution’s hand-on owners, Glenn and Lisa Campbell were understandably delighted. ‘This is for the whole team back at HQ!’ beamed Glenn. ‘We’ve achieved this award collectively and I’d like to thank both my team and everybody that voted for us to win this award. It means so much more that it’s decided for by the customers rather than a panel of judges. As far as we’re concerned, they have always been our most objective critics.’

Revolution was founded by the Campbells in 1996 and since then has grown to become one the of UK’s leading online and mail order retailers, as well as offering state-of-the-art workshop facilities and one of the finest arrays of aftermarket wheels, tyres and accessories in Europe.

So with the award safely tucked in the showrooms trophy cabinet, what’s next for the Revolution team? ‘This award means a lot.’ Continued Campbell, ‘but we will never rest on our laurels with regards to our level of service and expertise. We’re going to raise the bar even further and see if we can take in again in 2011!’

For more information, please click to www.revolution247.com or call the team on 0845 002 3009.

An online voting system allows patrons of the nominated businesses to register one vote for their preferred winner – as well as being able to leave a comment on the quality of service they have received.