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Posted: December 30, 2009 11:15 PM - 1452 Hits
GET A SWIFT ENTRY TO RALLYCROSS
Posted: January 1, 2010 1:25 AM
Don't miss the chance to see the Suzuki Swift Rallycross
car, which will be used in the new one-make Swift Sport
Rallycross Championship in 2010, when it is officially
released to competitors at Europe's largest motorsport
show, Autosport International.
The Suzuki Swift Rallycross car, which has so far only
been driven by celebrities, will be displayed on the MSA
British Rallycross Championship stand at the show, which
takes place at the NEC in Birmingham on 14-17 January
2010.
The series will replace the Stock Hatch category in the
2010 rallycross schedule and will act as a feeder series
for drivers from junior disciplines into Super Modified or
Division One categories.
The 1600cc car is similar to the Swift used in the British
Rally Championship, but features minor modifications to
make it suitable for rallycross. So far, World Superbike
star Leon Haslam and touring car driver Andrew Jordan
have both taken to the track, but all those interested in
competing will get the chance to get close to the car at
Autosport International.
Alongside the Suzuki Swift will be 2009 British Rallycross
Champion Pat Doran's Ford Fiesta ST Supercar, which
secured the championship victory at the penultimate
meeting of the season at Pembrey in September.
"We wanted to find a way to modernise the Stock Hatch
class," said Peter Gwynne of Peter Gwynne Motorsport,
the newly-formed company charged with preparing the
Suzukis.
"I am hoping to have between 10 or 12 cars on the grid
by the start of the next season and want to reach
newcomers or drivers from other disciplines who want to
come into rallycross.
Amy Doran, Promoter of the MSA British Rallycross
Championship, said:
"We're delighted to be able to bring
the new Suzuki Swift Rallycross Championship to the
public at Autosport International. We're constantly trying
to attract new competitors and spectators to the
discipline: the addition of this to our bill is very exciting,
and the show is a great place to ensure the motorsport
community and racing fans hear our latest news.
"As the show kicks-off the new race season, visitors are
always privy to the latest announcements from teams
and series, added Autosport International Show Director
Ian France.
"This year will be no different, and it's extremely exciting
to see developments within the world of rallycross and
the support it's receiving."
Visitors may also win the chance to race at one of the
Suzuki Swift Rallycross Championship rounds, a prize
worth £3,000! To enter, please visit
The winner will be announced on Saturday 30 January at the Rallycross AGM and Awards Ceremony.
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