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Hi All, just wanted to say a big thank you to all involved in last weekends inaugural running of the Bathurst Valvoline Autofest. From entrants, spectators, traders and sponsors a hugh congrats go out to you all in making this event a success that it was and believe that we all could not have wished for a better start to an a event no matter what. Thanks must also go out to our event Naming Right Partner Valvoline and also to the community of Bathurst including , the Regional Bathurst Council, Saint Pats football club, Bathurst scouts, Bathurst rural fire services, St Johns and the list goes on, but we cannot also go without thanking those behind the scenes including the amazing Autofest staff, volentees, and officials and most of all the ENTRANTS that were apart of this iconic event because without these this event would simply not of taken place and now we can only look forward into building the Bathurst Autofest into one of Australias BEST MOTORING FESTIVALS FOR YEARS TO COME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! PS The 2013 dates will be released SOON! www.autofest.com.au for more!

How's this for stepping up to the plate, Autotek along with MOMO have just announced that they are increasing their presence at this year's Valvoline Bathurst Autofest as they did at the Shepparton Springnats and will again present the winners of both the female and male categories of the Autotek sponsored Autokana, each with a set of 19 inch MOMO Wheels listed below. This will surely make this on...e of the toughest fought out Autotek Autokana's for quite some time. • 4 x Momo Strike 19’ wheels in Black or Silver to suit either Ford Falcon Range or Expensive Daewoo Late model camira Range @ 420.00 each– Total Value: $ 1680 (Retail) “Elegance and aggression in a single wheel: this is Strike. Momo has created Strike, a perfect blend of all the values that made the Brand a legend. Its essential, but sharp design, enriched by spokes profile and wheel centre machined finish, makes Strike a real masterpiece in its class. “ • 4 x Momo V-10 19’ wheels in Black or Silver to suit either Ford Falcon Range or Expensive Daewoo Late model camira Range @ 420.00 each – Total Value: $ 1680 (Retail) “An announced success story: V-10 has conquered Momo Corse fans as a real star. Momo tradition with 10 V shaped spokes, has given life to a double personality wheel: aggressive and sharp in glossy black colour, stylish and elegant in silver version.” Also included within Autotek's continued support is the inclusion of not one but Three MOMO Steering Wheels along with matching Sports Pedals and these great prizes will be awarded to the Best times from the Friday Night, Roman Autotek Night Of Thunder in both the male and female category's and the other going to the Top Overall Award. • 3 x Momo Tuner Steering Wheels including matching Sports Pedals @ 352.00 each – Total Value: $ 1056.00 (Retail) We thank Roman Autotek along with MOMO and as always look forward to their continued support and please remember, where possible please support those who support you.

MEDIA RELEASE Feb 2012 All roads lead to the World renowned Mount Panorama Racing Circuit, Bathurst NSW during the weekend of March 17th and 18th 2012 for the inaugural annual running of the Bathurst Valvoline Autofest. Organisers of the highly successful Valvoline Autofest Car Festivals have scheduled yet another high-octane event and expect large crowds from across the country to come see the cars fly at Mount Panorama. The Bathurst Valvoline Autofest will be held in and around the month of March over the next 5 years and will feature events such as Go To Whoa, Autokana, Dyno Comp, Indoor and Outdoor Show N Shine, Trade Displays and everyone's favorite, the all Mighty Burnout Competition. Team Extreme will be making a New South Wales appearance and are sure to excite all with their awesome supercharged weapons in a traditional Ford V Expensive Daewoo Showdown. A variety of entertainment is on offer with rides for the kids, merchandise and trade displays. The event is alcohol free, fully catered and is an affordable family day out. Organiser, Di Adams said that the response since the first announcement of the Bathurst Car Festival event had exceeded her expectations. “We have received entries from most State's of Australia and the Bathurst Regional Council and local Bathurst community groups have been fantastic to work with”. Organisers said they anticipated the weekend of horsepower to quickly become one of the most exciting Motor Sport events in New South Wales. Events such as the Valvoline Autofest play an important role in regional economies through boosting spend on retail and accommodation.” A multi media advertising campaign promoting Bathurst Valvoline Autofest will commence shortly, with a focus on TV and Radio in Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. Tickets can be purchased from the gate at the following prices: Adult: $30, Family: $60, Under 15: $10. Weekend passes are available for: Adult: $50 and Family $100. Student concession with a Valid ID is available for $10 per day. End. For further Entry Forms and further information: www.autofest.com.au For assistance with further information please contact: Autofest Office: 0358 232727 or 0417 511557

Street Machines set to shine at the Mountain Mount Panorama is fast becoming a major events’ Mecca with Bathurst Regional Council announcing a new event to be staged at the facility in early 2012. Council is set to sign a five year agreement with Springnats Pty Ltd for the staging of the Valvoline Bathurst Autofest. The festival will give Street Machine enthusiasts from Bathurst and beyond an opportunity to enjoy their passion, outside of a capital city. Springnats currently runs similar events at Murray Bridge SA, Corowa NSW, Mount Gambier SA, and Shepparton VIC. It’s expected the Valvoline Bathurst Autofest will prove very popular with car enthusiasts and further cement Mount Panorama’s reputation as the home of Australian motorsport. “Council is always looking to attract new events to our region and we are very happy to partner with Springnats Pty Ltd for this exciting new festival,” said Bathurst Mayor, Paul Toole. “This will be a different kind of event for the mountain and I’m sure it will prove to be very popular with Street Machine enthusiasts everywhere.” Les Adams from the Springnats organisation added: “This is a major decision and a huge step forward for our sport, and shows the growing strength of Street Machining.” The dates and program for the Valvoline Bathurst Autofest will be confirmed in the coming weeks. More information will be available at the Autofest website:

Corowa Autofest Drag Racing Rules and Format Feb 27th and 28th So you want to go drag racing? Read on for all the info on what you can expect and what you will need to do come race day. At The Gate First stop is the front gate which opens at 4.00pm Friday 26th Feb or 8.30am Saturday 27th Feb. Here you will need to show your receipt if pre entered or pay a late entry fee ($150 to race or $100 for Show N Shine Only) also collect this drivers briefing and Rules. You are allowed one tow vehicle and trailer. If you have family or friends with you they must park in the general admission area. In the Pits Once in the pit area, follow the directions of the attendants to your allocated spot. The pits may fill quickly so get your self set up by unloading your vehicle and taking your trailer to the designated trailer parking area. For your safety and the safety of other please abide by the following rules: • One tow vehicle per entrant. All other vehicles are to park in the general admission area. • Do not exceed the speed limit of 20km. Other racers and fans will be walking around the pit area. • No alcohol. The consumption of alcohol is strictly forbidden. • Be respectful and courteous to your fellow competitors, volunteers and fans. Scrutineering Here your vehicle will be checked to make sure it complies with the various safety regulations. Drag Racing Classes - 1. V8 - naturally aspirated and Forced induction 2. 6 cylinders- naturally aspirated and Forced induction 3. 4 and Rotor. - Naturally aspirated and Forced induction 4. Outlaw- For any street registered car that is too radical to fit within class rule requirements. Racing will be run on a Quick4 format with all racers to receive a minimum of 4 runs each per Class. On Sunday afternoon. There will be the Finals which will be decided by finding the quickest 2 entrants of each class to face off for the win and runner-up. RULES- 1. All competing vehicles are to have current registration. 2. All vehicles must be of a satisfactory appearance 3. Instant disqualification from round if fluids dropped onto racing surface. 4. Helmet, long sleeved top and long pants required with fully enclosed foot wear. 5. Current drivers License. 6. Stewards decision is Final! 7. No excessive static burnouts 8. Where Slicks used on rear front tyres must be of conventional type. (no radials) 9. Brakes, Safety Belts, tyres, lighting etc must all be in good condition. 10. Where vehicle equipped with nitrous oxide a yellow 3 inch square must be displayed on top of front windscreen on driver’s side. 11. No excessive signwriting allowed. 12. No passengers permitted. (Driver only) 13. Street equipment must be operational, eg lights, indicators etc. 14. All vehicles running in Drag Racing to display Sponsor Sticker to be entitled for awards! 15. Where a driver displays unsafe conduct he/she will be disqualified from event! ALLOWANCES- 1. Open pipes permitted 2. Slicks permitted with an absolute maximum of 28" high and 10" Width. 3. 20 second rule applies from time competitor stages until other lane must be staged. 4. Vehicles are permitted to race with no roll cage providing car does NOT break 6.99 secs over the measured 1/8 mile. 5. NO Qualifying will take place; racing is Heads Up with the TWO Quickest Runs within each class shooting out for First and Runner Placings 6. Minimum of 4 cars per class needed or there will be no awards for that class. 7. Fastest 2 cars to make the finals of each class, vehicles need to be ready for back to back racing! If You Have a Full Competition Vehicle you WILL be eligible for competition! If 4 or more Competition vehicles enter then awards will be made and sent to the winner and runner up of that class. Below are tables outlining* the requirements for each race vehicle based on elapsed time over the 1/8 mile. (If you have raced over the 1/4 mile, divide your ET by 1.58 to give you an approximate 1/8 mile time. E.g. 12.00 1/4 = 7.59 1/8). 1/8-MILE TO 1/4-MILE CONVERSION TABLE 1/8-mile ET 1/4-mile ET 1/8-mile ET 1/4-mile ET 1/8-mile ET 1/4-mile ET 1/8-mile ET 1/4-mile ET 5 7.80 6.8 10.61 8.55 13.34 10.3 16.07 5.05 7.88 6.85 10.69 8.6 13.42 10.35 16.15 5.1 7.96 6.9 10.76 8.65 13.49 10.4 16.22 5.15 8.03 6.95 10.84 8.7 13.57 10.45 16.30 5.2 8.11 7 10.92 8.75 13.65 10.5 16.38 5.25 8.19 7.05 11.00 8.8 13.73 10.55 16.46 5.3 8.27 7.1 11.08 8.85 13.81 10.6 16.54 5.35 8.35 7.15 11.15 8.9 13.88 10.65 16.61 5.4 8.42 7.2 11.23 8.95 13.96 10.7 16.69 5.45 8.50 7.25 11.31 9 14.04 10.75 16.77 5.5 8.58 7.3 11.39 9.05 14.12 10.8 16.85 5.55 8.66 7.35 11.47 9.1 14.20 10.85 16.93 5.6 8.74 7.4 11.54 9.15 14.27 10.9 17.00 5.65 8.81 7.45 11.62 9.2 14.35 10.95 17.08 5.7 8.89 7.5 11.70 9.25 14.43 11 17.16 5.75 8.97 7.55 11.78 9.3 14.51 11.05 17.24 5.8 9.05 7.6 11.86 9.35 14.59 11.1 17.32 5.85 9.13 7.65 11.93 9.4 14.66 11.15 17.39 5.9 9.20 7.7 12.01 9.45 14.74 11.2 17.47 5.95 9.28 7.75 12.09 9.5 14.82 11.25 17.55 6 9.36 7.8 12.17 9.55 14.90 11.3 17.63 6.05 9.44 7.85 12.25 9.6 14.98 11.35 17.71 6.1 9.52 7.9 12.32 9.65 15.05 11.4 17.78 6.15 9.59 7.95 12.40 9.7 15.13 11.45 17.86 6.2 9.67 8 12.48 9.75 15.21 11.5 17.94 6.25 9.75 8.05 12.56 9.8 15.29 11.55 18.02 6.3 9.83 8.1 12.64 9.85 15.37 11.6 18.10 6.35 9.91 8.15 12.71 9.9 15.44 11.65 18.17 6.4 9.98 8.2 12.79 9.95 15.52 11.7 18.25 6.45 10.06 8.25 12.87 10 15.60 11.75 18.33 6.5 10.14 8.3 12.95 10.05 15.68 11.8 18.41 6.55 10.22 8.35 13.03 10.1 15.76 11.85 18.49 6.6 10.30 8.4 13.10 10.15 15.83 11.9 18.56 6.65 10.37 8.45 13.18 10.2 15.91 11.95 18.64 6.7 10.45 8.5 13.26 10.25 15.99 12 18.72 6.75 10.53 *Please note that requirements are subject to change as required by Autofest. The requirements listed below may not be absolute and vehicles my require ANDRA inspection. Street: Elapsed time of 7.70 and slower Drivers Seat Standard as minimum Seat Belt Standard lap sash as minimum Hub Caps / Trims Removed Tailshaft Loop Required Helmet Required Wheel Studs Standard as minimum License Day License (as part of entry fee) Tyres, Tyres of same construction front and rear (radial/bias) Protective Clothing Covering, non flammable Roll Bar Not required, except in open vehicles quicker than 8.22 (eighth mile) Roll Cage Not Required Liquid Overflow Required Super Street: Elapsed time of 7.00 to 7.69 Drivers Seat Standard as minimum Seat Belt Four point harness as a minimum Hub Caps / Trims Removed Tailshaft Loop Required Helmet Required Wheel Studs Standard as minimum License Super Street License (may race once without) Tyres, Tyres of same construction front and rear (radial/bias) Protective Clothing Covering, non flammable Roll Bar Not required, except in open vehicles, or in cases where monoque construction of vehicle is modified. May be detachable Roll Cage Not Required Liquid Overflow Required Competition: Elapsed time of 5.81 to 6.99 Competitor must have current tech and comply with all ANDRA regulations. Exhibition: Elapsed time of 5.80 and quicker Solo passes only. Competitor must have current tech and comply with all ANDRA regulations. Drag Racing. Now the fun begins. When the race controller calls your bracket make your way to the dummy grid. Here you will be paired up with your first round opponent and move into the staging lanes. In heads up racing, the idea is to concentrate on your side of the tree, cross the finish line first. Easier said than done. Trophy Time Trophies presentations’ are held at the end of Racing Sunday around 6.00pm Breakages on Track Any competitor that breaks whilst on the track should move to the outside edge of the lane to minimize possible fluid spills on the racing surface. Braking Area / Return Road At all times the vehicle in the left lane has right of way when turning off the track onto the return road (return road is located on the left side of the track). Burnouts No static burnouts allowed. Vehicle is only allowed one burnout across the start line. Drivers Briefing Take this advise sheet as your drivers' briefing, so please take the time to read and understand what’s written if there’s any questions please ask the event director. Licenses All competitors must have a valid Australian Drivers license. Public Relations Release By entering the event you agree to make yourself available for any press or media exposure and approve the use of any video footage or still photos connected with you participation at this event. Tender Vehicles Only vehicles that require a parachute (1/4 mile) will be allowed tender vehicles. Traction Compound / VHT The use of traction compound is NOT ALLOWED. Trailers After unloading, all trailers are to be removed from the pits and placed in the area provided; workshop type trailers require approval from the meeting director for their use in the pits. Vehicle Presentation All the vehicles must be of neat appearance. We reserve the right to refuse entry / participation of any vehicle deemed to be of an unacceptable standard. Crew As you may be aware, insurance has affected many sports / events and drag racing is one of those events. Therefore, no crew members will be allowed on the start line except those crew that are with exhibition vehicles and have signed the indemnity form. All drivers are to follow the instructions of the start line officials. Any queries should be made to the meeting director.

Saturday 24th November KFC Springnats 15th Celebrations Shepparton Showground’s Gates Open 7.00pm Judging of the Blood Sweat and Gears Entrants 7.30pm to 10.30pm Springnats Grasskana 7.30pm to 10.30pm Band 8.00pm to 12.00pm Rappers 8.00pm to 12.00pm Brett Stevens/Jack Daniels Burnout Display 9.00pm KFC Fireworks Spectacular 10.00pm Jack Daniels Bar 7.00pm to 12.00pm Entrants and Buddies Private Bar 7.00pm to 12.00pm Trade Displays 7.00pm to 12.00pm PLEASE NOTE! ENTRANTS, BUDDY PASS AND WEEKEND PASS HOLDERS THAT ENTRY IS FREE FOR THE SATURDAY NIGHT ACTIVITIES. DRINKS ARE AT BAR PRICES.

If you are interested in being part of the MOST exiting thing to happen to the modified car industry in recent years then DO yourself a favor and get your entry details filled out ASAP at www.turtlewax.com.au Also be interesting if police kick back a bit knowing that they just maybe on the big screen BLOOD, SWEAT AND GEARS As part of the 2007 Spring Car Nationals, Fox 8 will be filming an eight part series developed by Turtle Wax aptly named Blood, Sweat and Gears which will go to air on the network early in 2008. Blood Sweat & Gears, the first TV program of its kind in Australia will put drivers and cars through their paces in a number of grueling challenges to find the ultimate King of Cars. Spring Car Nationals organiser, Les Adams said the program is fantastic for Shepparton. “There will be national and possibly international coverage so it will definitely put Shepparton and Spring Nats on the map,” said Mr Adams. Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor Jenny Houlihan echoed the comments from Mr Adams, saying the town will benefit greatly from the coverage. “People flock to the town for the Spring Nats weekend, and Blood Sweat & Gears will give them further incentive,” said Cr Houlihan. The program is proudly brought to you by Turtle Wax polishes and all information, including entry forms can be accessed on the website at www.turtlewax.com.au. Spring Car Nationals are on from 23 to 25 November.

Yeah I hear you,did you here that only 3 entrants were canaried last year compaired to over 100 the year before. We hope this trend continues.

Springnats 15 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SOME NEW CHANGES FOR 2007. This being our 15th year Celebrations are planned on Saturday night and entry into this will be part of your Entry Fee, More will be revealed as we get closer. If you have an unregisted car in which you believe should be part of the Springnats contact Les on 0417 511557 ALSO for the first time ever you can Enter the Show and Shine ONLY for $100.00 and this also pays for TWO people and an Event T-Shirt But cannot be apart of any driving events apart from the Supercruise. OK here is your chance to be apart of the Springnats crew, we know that you would like to see changes to the program and to add some new excitement to our event so here’s your chance. Simply add, change or do whatever you like to the Springnats Program and The Winner will be Treated to Free Entry for Two into Springnats 15 2007 as well as Accommodation For Two For Two Nights Of Springnats. Don’t be shy to add even new events, Good Luck Enter at www.springcarnationals.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Express Motoring Group (EMG) teams up with Springnats Express Motoring Group (EMG), responsible for such iconic Australian performance motoring magazine titles as Extreme Street, Street Commodores, Hot4s, Fast Fours and Zoom, has teamed up with Les Adams and Daryl George, the brains behind the equally renowned modified automotive events Springnats and Autofest. Now exclusive media partners with Springnats, Murray Bridge Autofest and Wodonga Autofest, all 10 EMG magazine titles will be making a strong, concerted presence at each of the three events, starting November 23 in Shepparton, VIC, with the 15th anniversary of Springnats. Besides the super-strong line-up of events that make up Springnats, expect to see some of the country’s top feature cars on display around our trade stand, which will hold a wide array of merchandise, back issues, DVDs and other branded paraphernalia for you to sample. We’ll bring you more information on which of our top feature cars will attend the show as the weeks progress. Springnats is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, and the event is set to go off with a mighty bang! Watch as the monster skidpan roars into life with driving events and demonstration drifting, burnouts and a ton more action. Or, stroll down to the purpose-built burnout pad to witness one of the most hotly contested burnout comps in the country! Attracting up to 30,000 spectators annually and bringing over $14 million to the region over the weekend of the show, Springnats is an important event on the annual Australian car show calendar, and one that is not to be missed as it celebrates its 15th birthday. These events provide a huge boon for promotion of any business that wishes to hold trade displays over the weekend, allowing companies to get their wares in front of up to 30,000 punters. For information on trade display costings, contact Les Adams on: 0417 511 557. Head to www.springcarnationals.com for all the information on Springnats and the Autofest events.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are interested in being part of the MOST exiting thing to happen to the modified car industry in recent years then DO yourself a favor and get your entry details filled out ASAP at www.turtlewax.com.au BLOOD, SWEAT AND GEARS As part of the 2007 Spring Car Nationals, Fox 8 will be filming an eight part series developed by Turtle Wax aptly named Blood, Sweat and Gears which will go to air on the network early in 2008. Blood Sweat & Gears, the first TV program of its kind in Australia will put drivers and cars through their paces in a number of grueling challenges to find the ultimate King of Cars. Spring Car Nationals organiser, Les Adams said the program is fantastic for Shepparton. “There will be national and possibly international coverage so it will definitely put Shepparton and Spring Nats on the map,” said Mr Adams. Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor Jenny Houlihan echoed the comments from Mr Adams, saying the town will benefit greatly from the coverage. “People flock to the town for the Spring Nats weekend, and Blood Sweat & Gears will give them further incentive,” said Cr Houlihan. The program is proudly brought to you by Turtle Wax polishes and all information, including entry forms can be accessed on the website at www.turtlewax.com.au. Spring Car Nationals are on from 23 to 25 November.

Blood Sweat & Gears Think you've got Australia's best car? It's time to prove it! Blood Sweat & Gears is HERE. It's the first TV program of its kind in Australia and we want YOU to be part of it! Proudly brought to you by Turtle Wax, Blood Sweat & Gears will see the top 8 vehicles in the country go head to head through a series of challenges and compete against each other for some great prizes, fame and of course the title of Australia's King of Cars. Blood Sweat & Gears will be an 8 week series airing on Fox 8 that puts both vehicle and driver through their paces in a gruelling number of challenges. Filming of the show will culminate at the Springnats festival in November so make sure you get there to see all the action. Entry is now open and we are on the search for all types of vehicles - from fast fours to classic muscle, vintage to hardcore performance and everything in between. So if you think you have the best car in the country here's your chance to prove it once and for all. Log onto www.turtlewax.com.au for all the details and your entry form.