ADVISORY/The Red Bull Driver Search Begins for the Next US Formula 1 Driver at Metro Detroit's Kart 2 Kart.Entertainment Editors/Business Editors/Automotive Writers ADVISORY...for Saturday May 17 & Sunday May 18 --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 13, 2003 WHAT: Kart2Kart, Indoor Karting karting Driving and racing miniature, skeleton-frame, rear-engine automobiles called karts or GoKarts. The sport originated in the U.S. in the 1950s after the first kart had been assembled from unwanted lawn-mower parts. and Conference Center kicks into high gear as the site of Phase 1 of the Red Bull Driver Search - Searching for the Future American F1 Champion. This once in a lifetime shot at the top for aspiring champions between the ages of 16 and 19, male or female, will be testing their talents at Kart 2 Kart and 25 other go-kart centers across the country. The program is designed to directly address the lack of American presence at the pinnacle of motor racing motor racing n (BRIT) → carreras fpl de coches; automovilismo motor racing motor n (Brit) → course f automobile : the Formula 1 World Championship. "The Red Bull Driver Search program aims to discover and support highly talented young drivers already in racing, as well as the "diamonds-in-the-rough", lacking the knowledge and contacts needed to embark on a career in racing," Said Tony Eckrich, Kart 2 Kart president. The four top qualifiers from Kart 2 Kart move up to the regional events with the final 10 Red Bull Driver Search finalists will be announced at the US Formula 1 Grand Prix Grand Prix n. pl. Grand Prix Any of several competitive international road races for sports cars of specific engine size over an exacting, usually risky course. in Indianapolis on September 25. Danny Sullivan For the search engine expert, see . Daniel John (Danny) Sullivan III (Born March 9, 1950 in Louisville, Kentucky) is a former racing driver from the United States. He is best known for winning the 1985 Indianapolis 500. , former Formula 1 driver for Tyrell-Ford, 1985 Indy 500 winner and 1988 CART Indycar Champion, is in charge of the program. A set of 12 drivers will be selected through a process of competitive elimination within the American go-kart racing scene. Drivers: Must be 16-19 years of age, Grand Prix style wheel-to-wheel competition, point scoring system Noun 1. scoring system - a system of classifying according to quality or merit or amount rating system classification system - a system for classifying things , Top four(4) fastest qualifying Drivers go on to compete at the regional events in phase 2. A fee of $25.00 includes 10-15 Warm up laps, Elimination Round, Final Qualifying race. Advanced registration recommended, questions and driver registration - call 1-866-527-5278. Spectators: free. WHEN: Saturday, May 17, 12:00 Noon - 3:00 PM and Sunday, May 18, 12:00 Noon - 3:00 PM. WHERE: Kart2Kart, Indoor Karting and Conference Center, 42705 Van Dyke Van Dyke (or van/Van Dijk or Dyk etc) is a surname of Dutch origin. It refers to:
Kart 2 Kart: Turning every event into a rally, Kart 2 Kart combines the thrill of on-track kart racing Karting, go-kart, go carting and similar terms redirect here. For unmotorised "go-karts", see Soapbox (car). For arcade-style kart racing video games, see Racing games. For the record label, see Go-Kart Records. with a stunning conference facility. Detroit's ideal alternative venue for business conferences and entertainment events, Kart 2 Kart also hosts Individual Racing, League Racing Programs and "Open Practice" available to public. The latest technology provides a safe, clean, and year round indoor environment for a truly exciting motorsports experience. Kart 2 Kart, Michigan's Only Indoor Karting and Conference Center, www.kart2kart.com |
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