TBK-Light.com :: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Homebush (Dec 02-04)

This stands out as one of the most utterly retarded decisions I've ever seen in motorsport. Brakes are the last thing you should be attempting to save money on.

http://www.speedcafe.com/2016/04/17/first-test-awaits-for-new-v8-brake-rules/

Yesterday afternoons Race 4 ended badly for the Advantage crew, on the final lap Chris was turned around at high speed through the hayshed section of the track and rolled several times. Chris was knocked unconscious but removed himself from the car quoting Fernando Alonso in saying "i knew my family was watching so i had to get myself out of the car". Chris was transported by road to dandenong hospital where he underwent xrays on his chest and pelvis as well as CT scans on his head and neck. The doctors kept him over night for observation. This morning he will undergo more xrays and assessment on his eyes which have been causing trouble.Chris is in good spirits and just wants to get home and begin the rebuild process for Darwin. We'll update you on his condition and release when the time comes.

It has also been announced that we will have a new series name and the first full-on rebranding of the category in 20 years. From next year, V8 Supercars will be known as the "Virgin Australia Supercars Championship"
http://www.speedcafe.com/2016/04/27/v8-supercars-confirm-virgin-as-primary-backer/

GRM will still race Volvo's in the series, and by the sounds of it Garry has known for some time Polestar weren't going to be around

http://www.foxsports.com.au/motorsport/ ... a9eb69f579

Author:	Gaara [ Sun Apr 17, 2016 4:17 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
Dumbrell off with a puncture SC

Author:	Gaara [ Sun Apr 17, 2016 5:14 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
Green!!

Author:	mclaren2008 [ Sun Apr 17, 2016 5:15 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)

Author:	Gaara [ Sun Apr 17, 2016 6:09 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
Waters blew a tyre

Author:	simonracer [ Sun Apr 17, 2016 7:56 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
That was a fairly exciting last few laps. Made up for the first part which was a little dull.

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Author:	Philthy82 [ Sun Apr 17, 2016 8:41 am ]
Post subject:	Re: RE: Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
simonracer wrote: This stands out as one of the most utterly retarded decisions I've ever seen in motorsport. Brakes are the last thing you should be attempting to save money on. http://www.speedcafe.com/2016/04/17/first-test-awaits-for-new-v8-brake-rules/ How is this any different than cost saving measures through tyre restrictions? Everyone's in the same boat and it's entirely in teams' hands to manage it safely, or take stupid risks for a chance at success (which some will) but that's their choice. Any attempt to reduce cost should be applauded IMO.

Author:	racer612008 [ Mon Apr 18, 2016 3:40 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
heard Chris Stevenson had a horrible crash in the 4th Aussie Racing Cars race yesterday, Advantage Motorsports posted this on Facebook. Quote: Yesterday afternoons Race 4 ended badly for the Advantage crew, on the final lap Chris was turned around at high speed through the hayshed section of the track and rolled several times. Chris was knocked unconscious but removed himself from the car quoting Fernando Alonso in saying "i knew my family was watching so i had to get myself out of the car". Chris was transported by road to dandenong hospital where he underwent xrays on his chest and pelvis as well as CT scans on his head and neck. The doctors kept him over night for observation. This morning he will undergo more xrays and assessment on his eyes which have been causing trouble.Chris is in good spirits and just wants to get home and begin the rebuild process for Darwin. We'll update you on his condition and release when the time comes. photos below in this spoiler (as posted on Facebook) Spoiler:

Author:	simonracer [ Mon Apr 18, 2016 5:54 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
I'm not sure that race was broadcasted, though I don't have Foxtel so I wouldn't know for sure. It hasn't popped up RacingForMe & DarcyF1 yet (which are normally fairly reliable in putting up this stuff.) Sounds like a monster shunt.

Author:	simonracer [ Mon Apr 18, 2016 7:38 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
Also this happened.

Author:	simonracer [ Tue Apr 19, 2016 12:56 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
There's a big announcement on the way by the looks of things. A new naming rights sponsor and a round in Dubai for 2017 (yawn): http://www.speedcafe.com/2016/04/19/v8s-to-confirm-new-sponsor-and-race-deals/

Author:	pimmy [ Tue Apr 19, 2016 1:36 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
Good to see McLaughlin & Volvo back to winning ways.

Author:	simonracer [ Wed Apr 27, 2016 2:19 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
It looks like we may already have a replacement for the season-ending Sydney event: http://www.speedcafe.com/2016/04/27/311144/

Author:	simonracer [ Wed Apr 27, 2016 4:38 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
It has also been announced that we will have a new series name and the first full-on rebranding of the category in 20 years. From next year, V8 Supercars will be known as the "Virgin Australia Supercars Championship" http://www.speedcafe.com/2016/04/27/v8-supercars-confirm-virgin-as-primary-backer/

Author:	codename_47 [ Wed Apr 27, 2016 1:41 pm ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
simonracer wrote: It has also been announced that we will have a new series name and the first full-on rebranding of the category in 20 years. From next year, V8 Supercars will be known as the "Virgin Australia Supercars Championship" http://www.speedcafe.com/2016/04/27/v8-supercars-confirm-virgin-as-primary-backer/ Quietly dropping V8 from the series title. Ominous.... WOOO VASC

Author:	Cheeveer [ Wed May 04, 2016 9:11 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Barbagallo (May 6-8)
Man, Volvo's been proper douche bags these last two days.

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Author:	Ian-S [ Wed Apr 27, 2016 1:44 pm ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Phillip Island (April 16-17)
For a brand that didn't see any benefit in sponsorship the various virgin franchise holders around the world sure have gone off script recently...

Author:	simonracer [ Wed May 04, 2016 7:52 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Barbagallo (May 6-8)
Polestar has pulled the plug on their V8 Supercar program: http://www.speedcafe.com/2016/05/04/polestar-announces-v8-supercars-exit/

Author:	Juihi [ Wed May 04, 2016 10:57 am ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Barbagallo (May 6-8)
GRM will still race Volvo's in the series, and by the sounds of it Garry has known for some time Polestar weren't going to be around http://www.foxsports.com.au/motorsport/ ... a9eb69f579

Author:	mclaren2008 [ Wed May 04, 2016 1:03 pm ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Barbagallo (May 6-8)
That's the way its heading

Author:	Woodski [ Wed May 04, 2016 1:39 pm ]
Post subject:	Re: 2016 V8SC Discussion - Barbagallo (May 6-8)
Juihi wrote: GRM will still race Volvo's in the series, and by the sounds of it Garry has known for some time Polestar weren't going to be around http://www.foxsports.com.au/motorsport/ ... a9eb69f579 This. Cyan Racing, not Polestar, builds the engines as well.