JEDDAH, 19 June 2007 — The first round of the Chevrolet Speed Star Championship series roars off at Durat Al-Arous tomorrow.
After the opening of Jeddah leg two more rounds will be held in the championship in Alkhokbar and Hail later this year, according to the organizers.
Abdullah Bakhashab Establishment, organizers of motorsport development in the Kingdom, finalized the preparations for the take-off of the competition. The date for Alkhobar round is set for Aug. 29-30, and the third round will be held in Hail Dec. 5-6.
In each round participants will display their drifting-style technique in a twisting track of 1.50 km specifically designed for the championship. The races will be judged on time, and drivers will accumulate points from each round with the title awarded to the driver with the most points. The official car will be Lumina SS for its great power and high flexibility on the track.
As with other Chevrolet Motorsport events in the region, accessibility to the competition is a major focus. To enter the Speed Star Championship a rear wheel or all wheel drive car and the desire to compete are the only requirements. The results through collecting points will be as follows: 20 points for 1st position, 15 for the 2nd, 12 for the 3rd, 10 for the 4th, 8 for the 5th, 6 for the 6th , 4 for the 7th and 2 for the 8th .
There will be money awards for the winners: SR10,000 for the 1st place, SR6,000 for the 2nd and SR3,000 for the 3rd.
Over the past year, Chevrolet Motorsport has demonstrated its commitment to developing grassroots motor sports in the region by sponsoring competitions in drag racing, drifting, Tat’ees, and track racing. With the new Chevrolet Speed Star Championship, Chevrolet Motorsport has successfully implemented the vision articulated last year, and has elevated local motor sports in the region to higher degrees of safety and excitement.
Informatioin can be obtained from Abdullah Bakhashab Est. – P.R Department or call Mohammed Nassar. Cell phone: 0509375856 Fax: 6520310 Tel: 6520360; E-mail: [email protected]
